Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
19 City / 26 HWY
Horsepower
203
Seats
5
Front angle medium view.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Deborah L
At 13 years old, the car runs well and has not needed many major repairs. .
Likes: cockpit well-designed. Easy to reach & read controls. Seats are comfortable. Dislikes: coin tray on console is too far back so it is hard to retrieve coins, especially when trying to get toll money. Wish it was a little easier on gas.
accountCircle Carlene Foster
Great car! Good value!!
Yes I would. We bought our 2005 in early 2006 and the only upkeep we’ve had is the normal things, battery, tires, etc. Only selling it because I inherited a newer car & no longer need it. Best car I’ve ever had!!
accountCircle Kelley J
The car is very dependable and reliable I had no problems with the motor.
This would have owned the 2005 ford 500 for 14 years. It is good on gas mileage has never had any major issues for how old it is simple repairs tire rods wheel bearings brakes roader's it has some rusting out around the baseline of the doors and the wheel wells but for the most part it is a very reliable car and I will drive it until it dies out on me.
accountCircle Mary S
It is a really good car. I haven't had any major issues with it.
I love that it is good on gas mileage. I wish it was a little sportier looking though. I also think it is a little too wide.
accountCircle Linda L
It's roomy and comfortable, and reliable.
I love the Ford Five Hundred!! 4 door sedan with almost more leg room in the back seat than in the front (and that's with the front seats all the way back). The trunk is huge. It's a comfortable ride and gets decent gas mileage; has held up well!!!!
accountCircle Marlene L
Not only does it look stylish but has a lot of room in it.
I like the body style and interior design. Car has a lot of power. Dislike that has a tendency to rust at the rear door tire well area, have had this fixed two times and is rusting again.
accountCircle Jasmine B
It last a long time and ford cars are really good long lasting cars.
I like my vehicle. It drives very well. Ford cars last a long time. I don't really have any complaints or dislike about my vehicle.
accountCircle brett s
It gets great gas mileage and it has good power output
It's a great all around car i love it it gets me where I need to go and it allows me to be free out on the open road it's an overall great car

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle becky M
Ford Five Hundred Limited Review
It's a great car don't get me wrong however. There are so many crappy factors. My middle console broke. My sunroof broke. The trim on the side is coming off. However what I've noticed most is not just mine but other five hundreds the bumpers just crack. I'm not sure if it's due to weather or what but all I've seen have a cracked bumper including mine.
accountCircle Elijah G
A Great Family Car from ford
Great Family Car. Has all features user friendly. Excellent road grip.Value for money . Quality of this vehicle has surpassed my expectations. With Vehicle frame coming from Volvo platform, excellent road view for short people. 5 star side crash rated vehicle. Definitely recommend for friends and family
accountCircle Allie L
Make sure to test output of alternator and sensors. Ensure they're working before you buy.
This car has had a crazy amount of electrical failure. Due to door ajar sensor being off hitch somehow, my car has had to have alternator and battery replaced. The have alternator replaced again in 2 weeks. It caused every electrical piece of equipment that is need to run the car, run into fail safe. It was scary!
accountCircle Molly M
Extra expenses that came with my car.
Upon purchasing this car, which was in great used condition. I had to replace both the alternator and the battery. After about 3 years, I have started having problems when it gets cold. I almost always have to jump it now. Not to mention, my oil pan leaked and soaked my spark plugs with oil. I have to get them all replaced and I was told that it is a very common problem with this model.
accountCircle Misty S
Why not to buy a Ford five hundred.
Transmission problems over and over again. Also, had to replace alternator five times. Gas mileage wasn't as good as claimed. Hard to replace lights. Like the heated seats option. It was a comfortable car to ride in. Also handled well. The air conditioner does not blow cold unless you are driving on the highway.
accountCircle Jenna C
It gets us where we need to go.
Jumps when you start driving, brakes barely work, steering wheel is peeling, gas goes too fast, takes a minute to start.
accountCircle Karen T
It has confusing controls for lights, radio, and air conditioning and heater,
It is too large with large exterior mirrors, hard to see when making turns. Light system is very confusing, so is air conditioner and radio controls. Other than that, it runs great!
accountCircle Megan J
2005 Ford five hundred is a spacious luxury automobile.
The Ford five hundred is a luxury automobile. It has quite a bit of room and the size of the trunk is great for hauling all my art supplies. It gets good gas mileage. But it has had its sets of problems. I had to have the gas gauge replaced, as well as the dash controls. Ink the winter months the beading around the rims would cause my tires to deflate. The beading around the back door windows also has loosened so the rain gets caught in the door and I have to let it out the bottom. Overall it has been a good car, but as it ages there are many problems I have had to handle.

Ford Five Hundred Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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SE
203 HP 23-23 MPG 5 Seats
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SEL
203 HP 23-23 MPG 5 Seats
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Limited
203 HP 23-23 MPG 5 Seats
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2005 Ford Five Hundred Owner Reviews

4.17
105 Reviews
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5 stars 49%
4 stars 27%
3 stars 19%
2 stars 5%
1 star 1%
accountCircle Betty K on May 8, 2021
An interesting detail to me is the rain collecting in the doors.
It is a good vehicle. It looks good. It is stylish. I personally do not like how the sideview mirrors are positioned. I have trouble judging how close I am to the curve when turning. I do not rain collecting in the doors when it rains; but the flap underneath the door can be lifted to let the water drain out. I have had going on 13 years.
accountCircle Jessica J on March 27, 2021
Good things about driving a ford.
My ford car is extremely reliable. It has a smooth ride, fast acceleration and is easy to handle. I chose a lighter color that wouldn't show dirt easily since I am not a fan of having to go to the car wash. It is very easy on gas and drives like a much smaller vehicle.

Pros from Owners

likeFilled Jason B.

Provides a good smooth and comfortable ride. Great gas mileage as well as maintenance costs. Have taken it on many trips to Florida. Has performed well in adverse weather conditions as well. Is a spacious and roomy vehicle.

likeFilled Cindy L.

I love this car. I wish there was more key holes. At least on the passenger side so I can take my kid in the car before myself. I do not totally trust the wireless entry. I bought this car used and the hydraulics on the trunk are shot. I do not know if it is an issue with the car or previous owner.

likeFilled Sara P.

Reliable, great features and if it's taken care of will last for a long time. Very easy to drive and a great car not only for town travel but for traveling through the states, which it has done several times in its life time.

likeFilled Pat V.

The Ford five hundred is a nice ride. It has plenty of room and comfortable. The trunk is also spacious. It is a solid car, 4 wheel drive so snow is not a problem with this car. The heated seats are great in the winter too. I have had the car three years and have had no problems.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Jason B.

Has leather seats which in the heart of the South is a big drawback. The set up of the headlight bulbs is a problem when you need to change them. Other than that small inconvenience there are not many problems I can think of.

dislikeFilled Cindy L.

I do not have any complaints about this car. I love that the seat is so adjustable. The foot pedals moving forward is my favorite I am a short woman and it makes driving so much easier. So now I do not have to have my tummy on the steering wheel; I am much safer.

dislikeFilled Sara P.

It's a bit strange at how the engine is set up in the car, parts such as transmission is not in a normal spot and you literally have to take hoses out of the car before you can even check the transmissions fluid.

dislikeFilled Pat V.

It is not the best on gas mileage. It is a pain to change spark plugs, a part has to be taken off to get to the back three. The transmission in the five hundred limited is CVT and takes awhile to get used to if you've never drove one with this type transmission. It does not shift so it takes a long time to adjust to that.

Ranks #5 Large Cars by Owners

The 2005 Ford Five Hundred has an average owner rating of 4.17 out of 5 which ranks it #5 of 11 other Large Cars.

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4.61
2
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4.55
5
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4.17

Ranks #6 Large Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2005 Ford Five Hundred has a combined MPG of 28 which ranks it #6 of 11 other Large Cars.

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31 MPG
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30 MPG
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26 MPG

Is The 2005 Ford Five Hundred A Good Car?

Yes my car is great on gas plenty of space for the kids and in very good condition I couldn't ask for a better car.
Chantel J.
Yes it runs really good as long as you keep your vehicle maintained and up to date you do not have to worry about nothing.
Kyeria P.
Yes it has been a good vehicle. Have only run into problems here recently. I would recommend it to anyone who asked. Has been good on gas and gives a comfortable ride.
Jason B.
Yes I haven't had it very long but it seems to be a really good car and there has only been one previous owner.
Miriam T.
It is an ok vehicle uses a lot of gas during daily routes would prefer it to be better on gas mileage.
Tiffany R.
Yes it has been a great vehicle with no major repairs except New tires when needed and oil change and inspection.
Timothy W.
The 2005 Ford Five-Hundred is a very good vehicle. Mine came with power windows and door locks and a sunroof. It has very powerful engine performance.
Alexia W.

How Reliable Is The 2005 Ford Five Hundred?

Thankfully I haven't had any problems so far no check engine lights or anything everything works fine.
Chantel J.
Yes it is reliable all you have to do is keep your vehicle well maintained and you will not have any problems.
Kyeria P.
Has had issues with the wheel bearings and most recently the ignition coils. Stabilizer bar had to be replaced last year.
Jason B.
I have not had any problems with my vehicle since I have had it. It is really good on gas and gets me where I need to be always.
Miriam T.
I find it to be a very reliable car and I haven't run across any problems with it since I have owned it.
Tiffany R.
This car has had no major problems and it has been a very good car to travel in and holds the road and give a smooth ride.
Rebecca G.
The Ford Five-Hundred is a reliable vehicle. A few parts, such as a window regulator, ,went out but considering the age of the car, it runs well.
Spencer G.

Is The 2005 Ford Five Hundred A Good Value?

It cost 6900 I thinks that's pretty reasonable for the type of car and the year I wouldn't want it if the price was any higher.
Chantel J.
It cost 3,565 and yes it is a great value they last for a long time as long as it is well maintained.
Kyeria P.
Bought it for 6500 used in 2012 through a ford dealership. It has been a very good deal and was the first vehicle I purchased on my own.
Jason B.
I lease my vehicle so the price on it is a little higher then it would be buying it from somebody else it is 8000 and will be paid off within 18 months. Very affordable.
Miriam T.
I do not know the book value of it we purchased it from a used car lot and it was $12,000 I find it to be a good value.
Tiffany R.
It was a great value for a very safe car to drive and no expensive repairs and a good family car. I don't remember how much it cost it was too long ago..
Stephanie S.
My Ford Five-Hundred cost about $2,500. I have had it for a number of years and it has not let me down yet. I would definitely say it is a good value.
Deborah H.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2005 Ford 500 map sensor location?

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What's the 2005 Ford 500 fuel pump relay location?

Answer: The 2005 Ford 500 fuel pump relay can be located on the far right side of the engine compartment inside the fuse panel. That will be near the side panel between the terminals of the battery and it is between...

How do I check the transmission fluid in the 2005 ford 500?

Answer: Checking the transmission fluid in a 2005 Ford 500 is easy to do. The firSTStep You will need to take is going to the front of Your vehicle, and popping open the hood. Next, look into the engine bay, to the...

What is the 2005 ford 500 transmission fluid capacity?

Answer: For the 2005 Ford 500 the transmission fluid capacity iS7.4 quarts for the automatic and 10 quarts for the CVT. The type of fluid You use will depend on the kind of transmission You have though. If You've got...

What is the 2005 ford 500 coolant type?

Answer: Your 2005 Ford 500 uses the standard 50/50 green antifreeze as a coolant. The engine coolant system capacity is 11.6 US. Quarts. The coolant can become more acidic over time and lose its rust-inhibiting...

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Safety & Reliability

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Moderate Overlap Front

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Driver-side Overlap Front

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*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety