The front-wheel or all-wheel drive Taurus includes a new 263 hp 3.5-liter V6 engine and six speed automatic transmission for improved power and fuel economy. It also gets a new chrome grille, new tail lamps and rear fascia, new chrome exterior accents and mirrors, better sound insulation, and revisions to the suspension. Ford's industry exclusive new Sync hands-free communications and entertainment system is included on Limited, optional on SEL. Safety features include seat-mounted side airbags for the front seats and Safety Canopy side-curtain airbags. AdvanceTrac® electronic stability control is available. For 2008, the Ford Taurus is a return to a well known nameplate, carried over from the 2007 Ford Five Hundred.
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Specs & Features
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Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
3.5L V-6 / 263 HP / 249 ft.lbs.
Transmission
6-spd auto w/OD
Drive Type
Front-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
18 / 28 / 23 Mpg
Passenger Capacity
5
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
36 Months / 36,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque | 3.5L V-6 / 263 HP / 249 ft.lbs. |
Drive Type | Front-wheel |
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined | 18 / 28 / 23 Mpg |
Brakes | 4-wheel Disc |
Front Suspension | Strut |
Rear Suspension | Independent Multi-link |
Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Steel |
Fuel Tank | 20.5 Gal. |
Recommended Fuel Type | Regular Unleaded |
Average Cost To Fill Tank | $78 |
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume | 21.2 Cu.ft. |
Passenger Volume | 108 Cu.ft. |
Exterior Length | 201.8 " |
Exterior Width | 74.5 " |
Exterior Height | 61.5 " |
Front Headroom | 39.6 " |
Rear Headroom | 38.8 " |
Front Legroom | 41.3 " |
Rear Legroom | 41.2 " |
Front Shoulder Room | 57.8 " |
Rear Shoulder Room | 57.6 " |
Front Hip Room | |
Rear Hip Room | |
Curb Weight | 3,643 Lbs. |
Wheel Base | 113 " |
Turning Radius | 20.0 ' |
Exterior Features
Door Count | 4 Doors |
Wheels | 17.0 " Machined Aluminum / 18.0 " Aluminum |
Paint | Clearcoat Monotone |
Exterior Mirrors | Dual Power Remote / Dual Power Remote Heated |
Bumpers | Body-colored |
Grille Moldings | Chrome |
Rear Spoiler | |
Exhaust | Stainless Steel With Chrome Tailpipe Finish |
Interior Features
Safety Features
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Front Impact Airbags | Driver And Passenger |
Driver Side Impact Airbags | Seat Mounted |
Knee Airbag | |
Passenger Side Impact Airbag | Seat Mounted |
Rear Side Airbag | |
Seatbelt Pretensioners | Front |
Anti-Lock Brakes | 4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs) |
Forward Collision Warning | |
Blind Spot Sensor | |
Lane Departure Warning | |
Autonomous Cruise Control | |
Pedestrian Detection | |
Driver Attention Alert | |
Daytime Running Lights | |
Auto High Beams | |
Adaptive Headlights | |
Parking Sensors | Rear |
Security Systems | Security System |
Panic Alarm | |
Ignition Disable | Immobilizer |
Warranty
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles | 36 Months / 36,000 Miles |
Major Components Months | 60 Months / 60,000 Miles |
Included Maintenance Months | |
Roadside Assistance Months | 60 Months / 60,000 Miles |
Corrosion Perforation | 60 Months / Unlimited Miles |
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Limited
Color: Magnetic Metallic
Price
$21,200
Mileage
64,762 mi
