The original mid-size Ford Taurus automobile was available from 1986 until 2007, when it was replaced by three different cars: the Ford Five Hundred, the Ford Freestyle, and the Ford Fusion. Consumer response to the new models was lackluster, so the Five Hundred and the Freestyle were renamed with the Taurus brand name in 2008.
The Ford Taurus underwent a redesign for the 2010 model year, when a high-performance SHO version joined the lineup.
Reviews
"Whether on the highway or surrounded by the hustle and bustle of the big city, the 2010 Ford Taurus' cabin remains calm and quiet. Sleek aerodynamics and generous sound insulation help keep wind and road noise down to whisper levels. Bumps and other road imperfections are well absorbed, even with the stiffer SHO's suspension."
— Edmunds: 2010 Ford Taurus Review
"In the end, we prefer to think of Ford's highest-spec Taurus as a compellingly priced full-size luxury car for those who aren't hung up on expensive labels. It's an exceptional executive express, and it'd surely be a monumental partner on a transcontinental journey. It's even a great sleeper in the grand tradition."
— Auto Blog: 2010 Ford Taurus SHO First Drive
Model History
Ford Taurus was the first American car to challenge the domination of Toyota and Honda in the American market during the late 1980s and early 1990s. The first models won over many fans because of their sleek futuristic design. Taurus was dropped from production for a few months during 2007, to return in 2008 as a successor to the Ford Five Hundred. In late 2008, the Five Hundred was renamed the Taurus and the Freestyle became the Taurus X.
The Taurus underwent an overhaul for the 2010 model year, in an attempt to improve the look and feel of the car. The redesign debuted at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show. ( Car and Driver: 2010 Ford Taurus )
Competitors
Ford Taurus News and Information
2009 Ford Taurus
2008 Ford Taurus
Ford Taurus Blogs and Forums
Ford Taurus Parts and Accessories
References
Fast Facts
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Fact:
Taurus means bull in Latin
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Class
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Engines
3.5L V6 DOHC 24-valves VVT
3.5L V6 Twin-Turbo DOHC 24-valves VVT (SHO) -
Power (hp @ rpm)
263 @ 6,250; 365 @ 5,500 (SHO) -
Torque (lb-ft @ rpm)
249 @ 4,500; 350 @ 1,500 - 5,250 (SHO) -
Transmission
6-speed automatic
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MSRP
$25,170 - $37,170
