Overview & Reviews

Many changes are in store for the 2000 Taurus. Styling is the most obvious, with a new look for both the front and rear. Improved safety comes from a new airbag-deployment system, adjustable pedals, seatbelt pre-tensioners and child safety-seat anchors. The ride has been made more comfortable and the powertrain has been updated for more power and less noise. The V8-powered SHO has been dropped from the lineup.

• New styling, safety features, more power, good value for the money.

User Reviews:

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  5 years, Paid off, and Going Strong - 2000 Ford Taurus
  By AvgMike - July 12 - 12:56 pm

  I cannot complain about my Taurus. I have owned it since she was born and the car still refuses to disappoint. There have been the minor recalls and I have followed the recommended maintenance program. But that is expected and necessary if you want long life out of any car. The power is enough for my driving style, and the car still looks great!

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  Ford - You lost us! - 2000 Ford Taurus
  By Lee - May 9 - 6:24 pm

  Our last 4 cars have all been Fords, before trading this one in for a Toyota Sienna van. Our first was a 91 wagon, which was awesome for its economy, and reliability (it finally gave out with 210k miles). The Windstar van was a mistake, and the last 2 Tauruses were only slightly better. We unloaded this wagon with 98k miles for fear of transmission problems. There also was little effort by the company to address our complaints (which included both calls and a letter). We would have loved to stay with a domestic maker, but it just didnt make sense. Ford - we were your customers, and you lost us!

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  American Car - 2000 Ford Taurus
  By A.C. - May 5 - 2:34 am

  Bought my Taurus in May 2000. Now it has 87,000 miles on it. The problems: Brake sensor failed (recall) power steering pump made wining noise - replaced under warranty right front window scratched pretty bad - replaced under warranty drivers door is not tight, hense wind noise funny noise in suspension - repaired under warranty, dealer never said what was wrong power steering fluid leaked from under the filling cap fuel gauge gives wrong reading the warning light for the ABS doesnt work right rear power window motor blew twice - replaced under warranty the steering wheel air bags cover is painted(!), had cracks in it after only 5 months, the paint rubs off easily. Fuel economy - none.

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  Good Value So Far - 2000 Ford Taurus
  By J.K. BURGE - April 27 - 5:33 am

  I bought my 2000 Taurus LX new. So far I am very pleased with it. I currently have 44,000 miles on it. I also have a 2001 Toyota Corolla, which is a good car on the city streets, but on the highway the Taurus is far superior.

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  Taurus Underated - 2000 Ford Taurus
  By Carl Knechtel - April 25 - 2:00 am

  Mine is the SES model with the 200 hp V- 6. I now have 36,000 miles on the vehicle and have had no problems. Cant understand why Consumers Report does not seem to like this car much. It is a lot of car for the money and very dependable.

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  Quality Car - 2000 Ford Taurus
  By Seeker - April 25 - 2:00 am

  Its a great car for every day travel and road trips. I would like to see an sho model in the future though.

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  Average at best - 2000 Ford Taurus
  By lary jameson - April 22 - 5:50 pm

  Average American car. Needs repair every 5-6 months. Starter, wiper motor, computer chip, brake vibration etc. Last 3 cars (Toyota & Subarus) went to 150K miles without this type of repair. Dealers cant seem to fix problems the first time but have got it right without extra charge. Cheaper than comparable Japanese make with same features but you make it up with repairs.

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  Excellent 2000 Taurus SES - 2000 Ford Taurus
  By Ronald Winn - April 11 - 1:19 am

  I have had no problems with this car until April, 2005. Then I had an erratic undocumented airbag light error light. The motor, 24 valve DOHC is very fast, but does not get good gas mileage.

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  Ok vehicle, but get a cheap mechanic! - 2000 Ford Taurus
  By dirtyone - March 28 - 1:15 pm

  The SE/SVG looks good, inside & out, but underneath there are some pretty expensive repairs waiting to creep up on you: just after buying this car, had to bring it back in (with dealer plates still attached!) because condensation from the heater/a/c unit leaked water all over the front passenger side floor. Dealer tried to charge $800+ to fix & then I had to bring it right back in to get them to fix it completely chirping noise from front wheels was never correctly diagnosed - front rotors were shot, had to get private garage to fix, probably saved me $250+ than having incompetent Ford dealer try to fix it steering wheel shakes around 60 mph & when braking from 60+ down to ~30 little things kill this car.

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  Good Value - 2000 Ford Taurus
  By MC - January 14 - 6:59 pm

  I have just turned 100,000 miles on my 2000 Taurus wagon with the Duratec engine. It has been very reliable. Only had it in the shop twice- battery died at about 25K (warranty) and fuel pump went at 90K. Outside of these, just routine maintenance. I drive a lot of highway miles so I get good mileage out of brakes and tires. Brake rotors are thin and need to be changed when pads are changed. All in all, I got good value for my buck.