Overview & Reviews

Ford resurrects the Taurus nameplate for 2008 by affixing it to a much-improved Five Hundred. A more powerful engine, a nicer and quieter cabin, a retuned suspension and a corporate three-bar grille are the major highlights.

• Extra-large backseat and trunk, outstanding crash test scores, comfortable ride, good visibility, available all-wheel drive.

• High front seats create an odd driving position that might be uncomfortable for taller drivers, transmission occasionally slow to downshift.

User Reviews:

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  Disapointed - 2008 Ford Taurus
  By Disapointed - March 10 - 12:41 pm

  Ive had my Taurus SEL for 1 year and 2 months and put 17K miles on it. Other than the engine noise around town & the reliability, I like the car, but the reliability is to the point Im looking to buy Toyota or Honda. I get 24 on the highway, unlike 30+ as others say. The good: Nice design. Nice interior. Nice headroom. Good long distance car. The bad: In the year I had it, its now been in the shop 8 times to fix problems. Currently in shop for 2 days to fix loud tapping noise when air is turned on/off. Last week it was in shop for 2 days to replace bearings on struts. A month before, replaced other bearings..all for squeak/grinding noise. Replaced rubber seal around door.

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  Its back,and its american. - 2008 Ford Taurus
  By john olsen - March 1 - 3:21 pm

  We still own a 1994 taurus, and when we need a new car we bought this one. My what a great car, and its american. It is very quiet which was one of the most important factors as we looked around. The new engine seems to have plenty of power. The only thing I dont like is, I wish it had more room for your feet. Other than that the steering wheel tilt is kind of strange, two postions. My old Taurus has more.

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  Absolutley Phenomenal Car! - 2008 Ford Taurus
  By Ryanrz - February 25 - 4:07 pm

  I drive 42k+ miles a year so yes I drive a lot. After having some unexpected problems with my Camry I figured Id give a Ford a try. Let me start out by saying this was a replacement for an 07 Camry XLE V6. My wife has a 08 Accord EXL. First of all it is so much more comfortable, my mileage is 28.5 on the highway and 20 in town. It has power to spare. It runs and drives worlds ahead of both my Camry and my wifes Honda. My Camry had 88k on it when I traded it in. Many problems with engine, cv issue, had rotors replaced under warranty, and tranny leaked at 85k. Was not cheap to repair. I am approaching 102k and have never seen a dealer for anything but regular maintainence. Unreal

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  Its Fords flagship for a reason - 2008 Ford Taurus
  By Frank - February 10 - 8:57 am

  Although this its technically my mothers car, I do most of the driving and this car is amazing! I had a 92 Taurus and this car is light years beyond it. The engine is smooth and powerful (you cant hear it running, I have to look at the tach to make sure sometimes). Very good fit and finish as well, interior is comfortable but my only gripe for the whole car is that the drivers side needs more room for your feet side to side. AWD is great, I was driving through snow banks, where my old FWD got hung up every time, with ease. No wheel slippage that I could even detect. Perhaps the best thing is the "command seating". You sit high and can see almost like youre in a pickup, its great!

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  Taurus/500 - 2008 Ford Taurus
  By Don - February 7 - 2:58 pm

  I had a 2005 500 AWD which was an excellent car. Bought it used , ex rental, I drove it until 2008 and never put a penny into it except normal services. During that time I got 30mpg on the highway at posted speeds. If you put your foot down the mileage dropped like everything else on the road. Best big car I have had. In 2008 I had promised myself a new 500. When Ford changed the name I pretty well gave up until I tried it out. The car is not much different than the 500 except the trans and engine. Otherwise the Taurus is a 500. I have the sel AWD which handles better than anything else I have including a 2007 F150 4X4. This truck I leave parked during the winter and drive the car. Best car yet

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  Experience With New 2008 Ford Taurus - 2008 Ford Taurus
  By Rom Buescher - January 19 - 11:20 am

  In nearly 11,000 miles, I have found the car to be excellent. With 60 yrs, +900,000 miles, of driving experience in all makes of automobiles, I consider it one of the best cars I have ever purchased. It is comfortable, roomy, quiet, smooth, reliable, safe and peppy. I get >27 mpg hiway, 23.3 overall & Im not a slow driver. Appearance - very good, finish - superb, both in & out. Im baffled how your review can be so negative. I disagree with almost every rating, e.g. brakes are not mushy. I find them to be quick & very effective. Same for steering - precise with litle body roll & stable on all road conditions.

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  Great Value - 2008 Ford Taurus
  By Keebler - January 2 - 12:06 pm

  This car has an incredible amount of interior room (front and back seats) and a huge trunk. Ride is very quiet and handling/acceleration is good. Fuel economy is decent for a car of this size I am averaging 20 city/27 highway. I change my own oil and the placement of the oil filter is very convenient. Ive had too many other cars where the filter is hard to reach or it is placed so that oil drips everywhere once removed.

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  I LOVE THIS CAR!!! - 2008 Ford Taurus
  By Brandon Artz - December 24 - 2:58 am

  This car is a very large and safe sedan, but is very easy to maneuver in busy areas of the parking lot. The rear seats are HUGE with tons of leg room. My 68" friend has no problem sitting anywhere in the car. I have had zero engine or transmission issues, just the basic up keep. The V6 is very quick for a big car, and is longer than a minivan! Trunk space is amazing, and great visibility all around. I have been driving on the highway lately and have been getting in the 21s mpg and a 400 mile range on fuel. Love this car!

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  Nice Car Great Quality - 2008 Ford Taurus
  By iam4ralph - December 22 - 2:15 pm

  This is a great car. We have found no quality concerns and my wife loves to drive this car. We are glad Ford decided to come back with the Taurus.

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  AWD - 2008 Ford Taurus
  By mitch - December 17 - 3:23 pm

  This car has been great. I live in the Sierra mountains, and the Taurus does great in the snow! I looked at a Lexus and MBZ. I am glad I went with the Taurus. A lot of people dont realize that Ford still makes the Taurus.