Overview & Reviews
New for 2003, the SEL trim level offers a unique instrument cluster with a satin-finish background, as well as Imola leather trimmed seats and dark wood trim. You can now get a real wood- and leather-trimmed steering wheel, and you'll want to note that power windows and locks, as well as tilt steering and floor mats, are standard on all models.
- Excellent value for the money, high level of safety equipment and crash protection, available as a sedan or a wagon.
- Rental car stigma, poor expected resale value, not as refined as most other midsize sedans.
User Reviews:
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Taurus SES 200 HP - 2003 Ford Taurus
By gga - March 19 - 2:00 amAlthough I have not had this car a long time, it has surely proven itselt. My biggest surprise is its power to go up hills, and it drives throught corners like they are not even there. This is a nice car, I just wish the gas mileage was a little better.
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Price makes it better than imports. - 2003 Ford Taurus
By Jefferson Airplane - March 11 - 2:00 amI have not owned car long. I like most features of the car. The best is the price. Program car with 18,000 mile with only a one scratch for $9,900 before taxes. Car, tax, & title for only $10,800. Car has 3yr or 36,000 miles warranty. I like Hondas, Toys, and Nissians but I could buy two or maybe three Tauruss for thier price.
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Great car, Great Price - 2003 Ford Taurus
By Kelli in Cal - March 10 - 2:00 amI have test driven everything on the market. I drove a Ford Taurus as a lark and to my surprise, loved it! Truly one of the nicest cars out there and the price was fantastic. Very solid feeling, safe, and yet the SES has zip and great feel of the road. I suggest if you are in the market for a great used car that you drive this. Youll be surpised! A very under- rated car.
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Great Value - 2003 Ford Taurus
By The Car Guy - February 22 - 2:00 amI purchased a Certified Pre-Owed, at half of MSRP was and after pricing the news car it was more of a 6,000 in savings. And with the 6/75 warranty you cant go wrong. But to get this you must buy the car from a Ford dealer. This a must second Certified purchase and Im sure it wont be my last.
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Even great crashed - 2003 Ford Taurus
By schenkelini - February 16 - 2:00 amI just lost my SEL in a crash with a truck this week. All of the things they say about the safety of this vehicle are true, we had no serious injuries. I loved the car. I changed out the tires for V speed rated tires and that put the handeling at a much higher level. I haul kids a lot and the room inside is great. We have even squeezed 4 in the back a few times. I really miss my car. I have been pouring over the specs of new vehicles to see if I want to make a change. I dont see anything else that offers the combination of features, performance, of safety for anywhere near the price.
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Great car for the money - 2003 Ford Taurus
By Shibble - February 6 - 2:00 amLove this car! Impressed with the gas mileage and comfort of the vehicle. Runs great and feels very solid on the road. Very comforting to know of the high safety rating - hope I never have to use it! All of this and I paid 10,500. at the dealership for this one year-old car!!! Unbelievable value.
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Supprisingly Powerfull - 2003 Ford Taurus
By softwareguy - February 5 - 2:00 amI bought this car used with 4000 miles and now it has 8000. So I havent had it long but I have been suprisingly happy. It seems to have a very good power kick and rides rather smooth. Very roomy, especially the trunk. Handles well for a mid-priced sedan. The Taurus has much more room, features and power for the money. The items I dont like are the front end design (which has been around forever) and the Tachometer is an ancient style that is hard to read at night. And probably worst of all is that annoying seat belt warning indicator that wont stop ringing unless you have your belt on at all times when the car is moving.
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A Steal of a Deal - 2003 Ford Taurus
By BuckwildSLC - January 28 - 2:00 amBought this car last month in the waning days before Christmas and have been more than satisfied. Leather, moonroof, 16,000 miles, and an extra 6 year powertrain warranty for $13,200? If youre smart, go to your Ford dealer and find one of the certified cars just as I did. Ignore sticker price (mine said $21,395). If you want to avoid the rental car look, opt for the floor shift, leather and moonroof and youll be sitting pretty. These cars can be found all over and as long as youre not picky about color (grey and white only), youll save thousands. As for the resale value, if you intend on keeping the car for 8-10 years, does it really matter?
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Not a bad car - 2003 Ford Taurus
By beerman - December 28 - 2:00 amOverall its a good car, the price was right I only paid $16,500 for it brand new fully loaded with a sunroof. I went to Nissan, Honda and Toyota and they couldnt even offer me a deal like that. Not to mention that they didnt even offer any good rebates or military discount. So I highly recommend this car to anyone. Its a great family car. By the way Im not some old person Im 24 years old. I just like practical stuff out of life.
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Great for the money - 2003 Ford Taurus
By kdbct2003 - December 23 - 2:00 amThis is a decent all around car for the price. The SEL Deluxe package makes this car stand apart from the bread and butter Hertz rental car look. Its classy with wood and chrome accents... a poor mans Lincoln. I sold a 1996 Volvo 850 GLT for this because it was available on a company plan. I have no regrets, the Ford is far more reliable and packs a lot more punch under the hood. Paid $19,500 on X plan with a rebate and think it is worth every penny.
