Ford 500 Milestones

This is another Ford legend, just re-introduced in 2005. But for the 21st century, Ford re-wrote the rule book when it came to packaging and powertrain. The 500 combines outstanding performance, handsome styling and big-car interior in a package that’s unique in the industry.

• European-inspired platform

• 5-passenger sedan

• Large 21.2 cu ft. trunk

• Four trim levels

The 500 got its name from a performance oriented race. And performance is still a mainstay of this great sedan:

• 3.0L 24-valve Duratec V-6

• 6-speed constantly variable automatic transmission

• Front-wheel drive

• Available all-wheel drive

To get all of that energy to the ground, the Ford 500 uses some impressive suspension engineering:

• Power Steering

• 4-wheel power disc brakes

• ABS

• Available traction control

• 17 or 18 inch machined aluminum wheels

• BSW all-season tires

In the safety and security department, the Ford 500 has earned the National Highway Safety Administration’s 5-star rating, and the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety highest possible rating in front, side and rear crash tests. But there’s more:

• Dual front airbags

• Side impact air bags

• Safety belt pretensioners

• Crash severity sensor

• Child safety rear door locks

• Remote Keyless Entry