Overview & Reviews

After the 2000 redesign, updates are minor. A Lower Anchor and Tether for Children (LATCH) is now standard on all models. LATCH is an anchoring system for child safety seats. Also new is Spruce Green Clearcoat Metallic, an increase in fuel tank capacity to 18 gallons, a six-disc CD changer standard on SES models, power locks standard on LX and an optional rear spoiler.

• Excellent value for the money, high level of safety, available as a sedan or a wagon.

• Rental car stigma, front seats lack comfort, no rear disc brakes on the sedan.

User Reviews:

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  The Taurus is NOT just for families! - 2001 Ford Taurus
  By C~Dawg - March 21 - 10:00 am

  Im 20 years old and Im in love with my Taurus. Folks, its not just a family sedan anymore. Its fun to drive, its very responsive and its all-around cool. Ford did an excellent job when they revamped th body, because its absolutely gorgeous. The silly bubble light brakes are gone; now the back of the car looks like something more expensive than a Ford. Its EXCELLENT on gas for a V6. I can get a good 280 miles (city) before I have to fill up. Its very roomy; theres ample trunk space...did I mention its fun to drive?!

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  Dependable, but gas guzzler - 2001 Ford Taurus
  By Alex - March 16 - 6:31 pm

  This is a very nice family car, very safe too drive, but poor in town gas mileage is the downside to this car.

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  Reliable cost effective transportation - 2001 Ford Taurus
  By TJM - February 17 - 8:33 pm

  Nice mid size transportation that can be bought inexpensively after a year or two. Car has been very reliable with the only exception being the suspension springs. They recalled the front springs but not the back. In my opinion the front and back were defective. Other than that a nice car to drive and ride.

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  120K and Like New - 2001 Ford Taurus
  By Championdriver01 - February 17 - 11:14 am

  My Taurus hit 120K on Valentines Day. I am now positive it will last to be given to my son in 1 1/2 years. I have only had 3 problems since new- a transaxle seal (88K), a trunk spring (64K), and a radiator hose (65K). I would buy Taurus again.

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  Fantastic Reliability - 2001 Ford Taurus
  By erhandyman - February 11 - 10:30 am

  I purchased the vehicle new in September 2001 (right after 9/11 and got it for zero interest) and have nothing but praises for this vehicle. It now has over 250,000 miles and I have only done the typical oil changes (every 7,500 miles-95% hwy), air filters, tires & brakes. Tuneups at 100K & 200K. Serp belt & CV boots at 210K (just in case), and lastly coil springs (because my son drove it too fast over some rough train tracks and broke 2 of them). I routinely get 25 - 28 MPG even with all the miles. I would own another if they all were like mine in a heart beat!

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  Great when its running - 2001 Ford Taurus
  By celticsfan - September 20 - 10:00 am

  I have to say that this is an awesome vehicle when its running. After 400 miles the engine needed to be replaced. After that, the starter, fuel pump, several sensors too many other repairs to remember. Has been in the shop about 16 times or more and I have only had it for 18 months. The ride and comfort is better then most luxury models. This would be such a fantastic car if the reliability were better.

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  A Solid 9 - 2001 Ford Taurus
  By ChampionDriver01 - August 22 - 8:31 pm

  Reliability- in 110K, needed only gas, reg maint, a hose, 2 transaxle seals, and the low coolant light comes on 4 no reason. Build quality is a 9 b/c panels come loose, and cruise button quit. Ext design is perfect. Interior design is str8up. Is A lot of fun 2 drive. Gas mileage is poor, 20 city, 23 highway, and I do 95% highway. EPA is 20/27. Comfort-9 (see below). Performance- 9. For cruddy gas mileage, would love another 100HP, 200 and 24V isnt enough. But I love it, perect family car. Dont care for the Fusion, may go for 2008 Taurus, because I loved the 500, but never got one.

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  (Bad) Luck of the Draw? - 2001 Ford Taurus
  By CTweez - June 24 - 10:35 am

  We had a 1992 Escort wagon that ran great, so we decided to upgrade to a Taurus. Shortly after buying it, we inherited a 1996 Taurus sedan that literally fell apart in our driveway (after $5K in repairs failed to fix it). If only wed gotten that car before the wagon. Since 2001, weve averaged around $3K/yr in repairs, despite being vigilant about maintenance. I dont have enough space to list every thing thats failed, but it includes the power steering, the key system (2X), the brakes, and even the clasps to the CD changer door. Reading reviews, it sounds like we are among a third of Taurus owners who have poor reliability. The kicker--the Escort is still going strong today.

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  Good value and good car. - 2001 Ford Taurus
  By scdlin - April 18 - 12:00 pm

  This car is worth looking. Too bad many people just turned away to Japanese imports. Its spacious, and the engine power is very adequate. Considering the tire size, it is actually very quiet. The interior and exterior design all come with taste. And all of these come with very reasonable price. I will strongly recommend this model as well as 2002 Taurus (basically the same) to any friend who is considering buying a new car.

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  01 Taurus - 2001 Ford Taurus
  By Jerry S - April 10 - 12:06 pm

  Power and handling are about what Id expect from this V6. My wife started driving it as a company car with about 6K. We bought it from her company at 36K. Goodyear did all maintanance to there. I have done all maintanence since, Mobil 1 oil. Trans service regularly. The EGR went out at 36K and again at 100K. Three sensors are out now with 107K showing. I had to take it to a shop to replace the serp. belt as there is not enough clearance to put my wrenches on it. Then the belt adjuster blew up at about 60K. Back to the shop. To replace plugs is major surgery. Brakes and suspension have lasted as expected. Locks quit at about 100K. My daughter drives it now so all bets are off.