New or Significantly Altered Models
- 2005 Ford Escape Hybrid
- The Hybrid Escape is the first gasoline/electric hybrid vehicle to reach the market. The hybrid system marries a 2.3L four cylinder to an electric motor and a generator/control system that can start and stop the gasoline engine as it is needed.
- 2005 Ford Five Hundred
- New large-midsize sedan model for Ford that effectively replaces the Taurus. Five Hundred is based on a platform derived from Volvo. Both FWD and AWD versions are offered. A continuously variable transmission is standard, with a 6-speed automatic an option. The Five Hundred is produced in Chicago alongside the Freestyle, the Mercury Montego and an upcoming Mercury version of the Freestyle.
- 2005 Ford Freestyle
- New crossover vehicle from Ford. The tall wagon features three rows of seating. Both FWD and AWD versions are offered. A 207hp V6 and continuously variable transmission are the only powertrain offered. Freestyle is made in Chicago.
- 2005 Ford GT
- A limited production halo car. An all-aluminum skin is wrapped around an all aluminum space frame and all-aluminum double wishbone suspension. A 5.4L V8 provides 500hp to the rear wheels.
- 2005 Ford Mustang
- The Mustang coupe is all-new for 2005. The wheelbase is 6-inches longer. Power is supplied to the rear wheels by either a 200hp V6 in the base model or a 300hp V8 in the GT models.
- 2005 Ford Mustang Convertible
- The Mustang convertible is all-new for 2005. Mustang sits on an all-new platform with a 6-inch longer wheelbase but retains its solid rear axle. Power is supplied to the rear wheels by either a 200hp V6 in the base model or a 300hp V8 in the GT models.
Updated Models
- 2005 Ford Escape
- Updated bumper designs. Redesigned interior. New base engine, the 153hp Duratec 23 4-cylinder. Updated manual transmission. Automatic now available with 4-cylinder model. ABS is now standard on all models.
- 2005 Ford F-Series Super Duty
- Updated exterior styling and interior.
- 2005 Ford Focus ZX3
- Updated exterior and interior styling. New standard Duratec 20 engine. Simplified trim levels. SVT model eliminated.
- 2005 Ford Focus ZX4
- Updated exterior and interior styling. New standard Duratec 20 engine. Simplified trim levels. ZX4 ST with a 151 hp, Duratec 23 replaces the SVT in the Focus lineup.
- 2005 Ford Focus ZX5
- Updated exterior and interior styling. New standard Duratec 20 engine. Simplified trim levels. SVT model eliminated.
- 2005 Ford Focus ZXW
- Updated exterior and interior styling. New standard Duratec 20 engine. Simplified trim levels
Mostly Unchanged
- 2005 Ford Crown Victoria
- 2005 Ford E-Series van
- 2005 Ford E-Series wagon
- Standard electronic throttle on all powertrains.
- 2005 Ford Excursion
- New headlamps. New colors
- 2005 Ford Expedition
- The 300hp 5.4-Liter Triton V8 from the F-150 is standard on all models. New Limited trim level. Redesigned instrument cluster. Available Roll Stability Control.
- 2005 Ford Explorer
- Standard AdvanceTrac® with Roll Stability Control?. Standard MP3 and SIRIUS Satellite capability (late availability)
- 2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
- Standard MP3 and SIRIUS Satellite capability (late availability)
- 2005 Ford F-150 Regular Cab
- 2005 Ford F-150 SuperCab
- 2005 Ford F-150 SuperCrew
- 2005 Ford Freestar
- A host of new colors. Available class I and II towing packages. Optional rear spoiler.
- 2005 Ford Ranger Regular Cab
- 2005 Ford Ranger SuperCab
- 2005 Ford Taurus Sedan
- Trim levels simplified to SE and SEL. New woodgrain appliqué interior trim on SEL model.
- 2005 Ford Taurus Wagon
- Trim levels simplified to SE and SEL. New woodgrain appliqué interior trim on SEL model.
- 2005 Ford Thunderbird
Discontinued
- 2004 Ford SVT Focus 3-Door
- 2004 Ford SVT Focus 5-Door
- 2004 Ford SVT Lightning
- 2004 Ford SVT Mustang Cobra Convertible
- 2004 Ford SVT Mustang Cobra coupe
