Overview & Reviews

The Taurus receives a few changes this year, most in the name of simplification. Trim levels have been pared down to just SE and SEL, last year's huge array of packages has been consolidated and a comprehensive wood trim package is now standard on the SEL. Later in the model year, a tire-pressure monitor system will become standard on all models with alloy wheels.

• Low price, roomy interior, good crash test scores, available as a sedan or a wagon.

User Reviews:

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  My 2005 Taurus SE - 2005 Ford Taurus
  By Rod - May 3 - 6:23 pm

  I purchased this vehicle in February. My driving experience has been very pleasant thus far. The ride of this car is smooth. Its quite roomy for a sedan. Try to get the 24 valve DOHC Duratech engine instead of the 12 valve Vulcan engine if you can. The former has quiet a bit more HP.

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  Nice car for the money - 2005 Ford Taurus
  By Bill - April 26 - 2:40 pm

  Traded in the minivan for a sedan, mainly to improve gas mileage. We were averaging about 20 mpg with van, and about 21.5 on the Taurus after about a week not a whole lot better, but at least its not worse. The interior of the Taurus is nice with two-tone leather and a moon roof, definitely nice extras - makes losing the extra space in the van a little easier to take. Really like the vehicle so far - smooth ride, good acceleration, and good brakes. It has the Flex Fuel engine, but theres only one station in my area with e85 fuel, and they charge the same as regular unleaded, so that wasnt necessarily a selling point for me. Would recommend purchase of this vehicle.

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  Impressive for the price - 2005 Ford Taurus
  By Pat - March 10 - 2:57 am

  Very roomy, comfortable, solid, quiet ride. Hides the bumps very well and has a sporty exterior look. Handles much better than the reviews Ive read. Im impressed with all the features for the money.

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  first new car, 2nd time on a Taurus - 2005 Ford Taurus
  By NEW CAR - December 29 - 7:05 pm

  Overall not a bad little car. already replacing right speakers, they went bad. also there is really no power between 3rd and 4th gear on hwy. going like 40 to 60 takes forever. gas mileage could be better. lots of room for tall people. love the lights on mirrors, 4-speaker system not as nice as the 6. only had my 05 SEL for 3 months.

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  Great car for the money - 2005 Ford Taurus
  By William - December 24 - 3:43 pm

  I bought my 2005 Ford Taurus in August. When I got in it and started it up, I knew even before I left the dealership for the test drive, I wanted it. When I got out on the open road, it really had pick up, and the ride was so smooth. It has all the options Ive ever seen in a car. This is my first midsize car, as all Ive driven so far are Ford Escorts. I like the Escort too, my wife has a 2002 model. By far the Taurus is a real upgrade from the Escort. Although Ford is making 2006 the last year for the Taurus, Ill probably look into a Fusion, or a Freestyle when my wife is ready to trade her Escort. The gas mileage isnt as good as the Escort, but its great when traveling.

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  2005 vs 1999 - 2005 Ford Taurus
  By Sue - November 12 - 2:01 am

  It seems I get more miles from a tank of gas compared to my 1999 Taurus. The interior control panel not good-the speedometer is blocked by steering wheel on right and right hand or have to tilt wheel up higher to be able to view speedometer. Dont feel like I have the head room compared to the 1999- sitting close enough for pedals and steering wheel my head is very close to visor. Feels like less space in front seat.

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  Not a Good Vehicle - 2005 Ford Taurus
  By Not a Good Vehicle - November 3 - 10:07 pm

  I have had the car for about a month and we have been having problems running the E-85. It is a FFV and we still are getting terrible gas mileage -- only 19-20 and we cant get it to start most mornings. I have been to many dealers discussing the problem and not one dealership can give me a straight answer. My suggestion is to everyone to never purchase the E-85 Ford Taurus as they get terrible gas mileage and have major problems starting at even 62 degrees Fahrenheit.

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  2005 SE Wagon - 2005 Ford Taurus
  By Chau - October 17 - 5:58 pm

  It drives well, tracks down the road very confidently, and has a good steering centering ability. Car feels solid and secure. The car is quiet at highway speeds. There are many features that come standard on this model: keyless entry, strut hood supports, 16 inch wheels/tires, liftgate opening glass, rear window wiper/washer, roof rack, 50/50 split folding second row seats, AM/FM stereo cassette, air conditioning, automatic transaxle, and floor mats.

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  Great Deal for the Money - 2005 Ford Taurus
  By ray - September 1 - 12:11 pm

  I bought the car from a new car dealers used car lot with close to 15K on it. It was a super deal and the cars ride is smooth with adequate leg room. The design of the car and associated option package was excellent.

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  2nd Taurus in family - 2005 Ford Taurus
  By John O. - August 23 - 5:13 pm

  I really didnt know which car I should get for commuter car. I drive about 30k per year and with cost of gas needed something to get 25+. This car fills that need nicely. Ok sound system, solid quiet ride, roomy trunk. As commuter cars go, this one rocks.