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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New 08 Taurus Ltd. - 2008 Ford Taurus
By 08 Taurus - November 4 - 9:32 pmAlmost purchased a Cadillac CTS, but wanted something slightly larger. Thought I may be taking a step down with the Taurus - I was wrong! Very happy with this purchase. I have 1200 miles on my new 08 Taurus Ltd., it looks and feels like a luxury car. Ride quality is outstanding, interior very comfortable and roomy. Very nice car to drive.
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Fords big come back Car - 2008 Ford Taurus
By vloh - November 2 - 12:43 pmThe big 4 never came close to the imports until now. Ford has outclassed all of the foreign cars that Ive driven. Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, BMW 3 and 4 series, none of them come close to delivering what the Taurus has: Good value, unsurpassed quality, performance, comfort and beauty. Im surprised to say that Im a proud owner of a 2008 Ford Taurus. For this past 20 years, Ive only driven the Taurus cars when I had to rent them or when I was required to drive one for the Army. I wasnt impressed with it before. I am now. Its the best car that I have ever owned. I can see having this car for this next 5 years or more. Good job Ford. Thanks for the redesign!
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08 Taurus Limited - 2008 Ford Taurus
By Kris - October 25 - 1:22 pmWe purchased the Taurus Limited 6 weeks ago and have already driven it 2900 miles. Gas mileage so far has averaged 17 city and 27 highway. We traded in an 04 Volvo XC90 which we liked, looking for a reasonably priced car that had good interior and cargo space along with good power. The Taurus fit the bill. We chose the white exterior which looks sharp in combination with the bright wheels. Highly recommend this vehicle.
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My 2008 Ford taurus - 2008 Ford Taurus
By jason rachkofski - October 5 - 7:58 amWe decided to sell our Windstar and buy a 2008 Taurus. Im amazed at the increase in power from the 3.0 to the 3.5 and the fuel economy seems to be the same.
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Taurus is nice but rather bland - 2008 Ford Taurus
By Rome Man - October 2 - 11:40 amBought this as a replacement for a 2005 500 SE with the CVT transmission. The new engine and transmission is better than the old 3.0/CVT setup for everyday driving and the ride is softer and quieter too. I like the interior better with richer looking woodgrains and improved fit and finish. The exterior is where my disappointment lies. This is where I like the 500 better. The rear end of the 08 Taurus looks plainer than the 500. The 500 also had body side moldings which help protect the sides of the car and broke up the tallness and plainess. Seems like this is happening on many new cars, a way for the manufacturers to cheapen the car and save money perhaps. Also a glovebox light would be nice
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Best car yet - 2008 Ford Taurus
By m wilson - September 27 - 11:45 amThis is one of the the best cars Ford, or anyone else, ever built. I should know I have bought over 20 new vehicles in my lifetime. It is a cross between a Ford 500 and a Volvo. This car will holds its own with anything built in Europe or Japan. Has the ride of a Lexus, the handling of a small car, and the horsepower of an Audi. The biggest plus is it is huge- as big as a Crown Vic inside- and sill I am getting 27.5 MPG in combined driving. It is like paying for a Ford and being given a Lincoln.
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This isnt a rental car anymore! - 2008 Ford Taurus
By Paul - September 22 - 11:34 pmWow, what an improvement over the old jellybean style Taurus that lived only at rental car fleets and some taxi fleets! Its beautiful to look at, angular but not like a CTS, rounded but nothing like the old one. It has presence and attracts looks, something other than the 1986 Taurus couldnt do. A VAST improvement over my last Ford, a Mercury Mistake, err, Mystique with the disappearing transmission. Well done Ford!
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Exceeded My Expectations - 2008 Ford Taurus
By Shacker - September 5 - 5:00 pmI really like this car. Quiet, comfortable, and cruises the highway exceedingly well. (Just 2000 RPM at 78 mph) Road noise is very low. Previously driven Chevy Impalas and this Taurus is clearly well above it in style, fit, and finish. Ive been trying to stay with an American brand sedan. This car is definitely worth a look and a test drive. I ordered the SEL with leather option, and upgraded radio package.
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Great Transmission - 2008 Ford Taurus
By GPalmer - September 3 - 9:00 pmFrom the outside, this car doesnt look much bigger than my 2005 Taurus, but specs say its 20" longer. The trunk is massive -able to fit two bikes in there with extra room. Havent tried to fit it into the garage yet! Kudos for the 6spd transmission. It shift just where it ought to shift and still provides an avg 24mpg on the big 6-cyl motor (Highway Im showing 28mpg!). Radio sounds nice and is easy to operate. Sunroof is well-designed with pop-up to reduce wind noise. Im two weeks into this car and am very impressed. Just wish theyd made the "ink blue" color a tish lighter it seems, from a distance, to be black. Will follow-up at six months.
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I Love My Taurus - 2008 Ford Taurus
By hondagirl - September 1 - 3:02 pmI just purchased the Taurus about 5 days ago, I was in an Explorer. I just cant get over how big the interior is on this car, it seems like its bigger than the explorer. I also had a camry prior to the explorer and this car beats the Camry, the ride, the comfort, the roomy backseat. I would recommend this car to everyone thats looking for a sedan. This car is just an outstanding vehicle.
