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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  Bad car - 2005 Ford Taurus
  By Toyota - February 25 - 3:49 pm

  This Ford always breaks down. The pickup is okay on this v8. The car gets an average of 14 MPG city 17 MPG highway. The Taurus has a smooth ride yet not as smooth as my wifes wonderful brand new Honda Accord. The Taurus has a good stereo with cheap low quallity leather. So far, I have been in the shop 2 times in 4 months and 14,000 miles.

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  good value - 2005 Ford Taurus
  By mike v - February 24 - 6:15 pm

  I bought my Taurus in march 04 with ABS, SE preferred equipment package, 6 disc CD player. Use car mostly for work. Very reliable. Nice ride on open highway. Put 20,000 miles on it - no problems. Best 15 grand I ever spent on a new car.

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  A great car - 2005 Ford Taurus
  By Michael - February 12 - 12:33 pm

  This Taurus has been terrific so far. For those looking for a reliable, comfortable vehicle with the backing of Ford, this is it. No problems so far. I will probably keep this car for the duration.

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  Lots of value for your money - 2005 Ford Taurus
  By kddid98 - December 15 - 3:33 pm

  I bought this car new in March 2003. I chose the SEL premium package and Im glad I did. Its got both a sporty flair and a touch of luxury. Friends have commented that it is a beautiful car and are surprised when they hear what I paid for it. Its a lot of car with a small price.

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  best buy - 2005 Ford Taurus
  By retired11th - October 23 - 2:00 am

  Great car, to bad they will not be building them anymore.

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  Piece of Crap - 2005 Ford Taurus
  By Tigerman19 - October 9 - 1:02 pm

  DO NOT BUY THIS CAR! Long story short.......this car has major transmission issues that FORD knows about but is too cheap to recall and fix. This started with the torque converter being sheered off at 60,000 miles and the total bill with the tow costing me right at $1,200. Then, only 14 months later, the transmission is now shot again. The cylinder clutch drum s going out and the transmission shop in town wants somewhere between $3,500 to $4,500 to completely rebuild the transmission. They will do a patch on it but wont guarantee how long that will last for only the low price of $1,500. When I purchased this car the vehicle had 46,000 miles on it. The car now only has 76,000 miles on it but is basically useless to drive as you can only get to 20 MPH before it kicks out of gear. I have been a lifetime Ford owner starting with the 1975 Maverick that I bought when I was in high school. I have owned also a 1988 Thunderbird which I loved and then a 1997 Expedition which was a very good vehicle. Besides the Taurus I have a 01 Expedition that I upgraded too after the 97 Expedition. I have had my share of headaches with the 01 Expedition as well. I am truly disappointed in FORD for their refusal to acknowledge they have a major flaw in the transmission of the Taurus for models around 2005. I have been a lifetime FORD advocate but not anymore. I will never buy another FORD again and hope that if you read this review that you think twice before buying a FORD and especially the Taurus.

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  MPG - 2005 Ford Taurus
  By Marinverona - October 9 - 2:00 am

  Sticker says 20 mpg City and 27 mpg highway. Actually it averages 15.7 mpg driving 60% highway, 40% rural. Very little city driving.

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  Good buy for the money - 2005 Ford Taurus
  By John Cross - September 7 - 2:00 am

  This is my third Taurus and I have neverhad a bit of trouble with any of them.They are solid,dependable and economical.

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  great car and fun to drive - 2005 Ford Taurus
  By xxsweetazsinxx - September 2 - 2:00 am

  very reliable and depenable car comfort affordable and beautiful

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  Not bad for the money - 2005 Ford Taurus
  By RandyM - August 5 - 2:00 am

  This is my third Taurus (1994, 1999, 2003). No major reliability problems. Very few minor ones. The 2003s handling isnt as good as the 99s, but it is roomy, comfortable, and well built. Safety ratings are impressive. Base Vulcan engine is a little weak at mid-range with AC on, but Im not convinced the DOHC optional engine is dramatically better. My early 2003 has a lot of goodies such as puddle lights under the outside mirrors, a windshield tint bar, chrome inside door handles, and reasonably good interior materials. Ford nixed these and others on late 03s and the 04s. My friends like the cars styling and interior room.