What it is: The Taurus is Ford's full-size sedan that's available in SE, SEL and Limited trim levels. Front- and all-wheel-drive versions are available, and the Taurus is powered by a standard 3.5-liter V-6 or a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine. It competes with the Chevrolet Impala, Hyundai Azera and Toyota Avalon. Ford also offers a high-performance all-wheel-drive Taurus SHO.
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A new Sony premium stereo is standard on Limited and SHO models.
Significant Standard Features
- 288-horsepower, 3.5-liter V-6 engine
- Six-speed automatic transmission
- Chrome grille accents and chrome-tipped exhaust
- 18-inch aluminum wheels
- Backup camera
- Remote keyless entry
- Cruise control
- 60/40-split folding rear seat
- Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system
Significant Available Features
- 240-hp, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder
- 19- or 20-inch wheels
- Power moonroof
- Sync 3 multimedia system
- Push-button start
- Leather seats
- Power-adjustable pedals
- Heated and cooled front seats, heated rear seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Blind spot warning system with rear cross-traffic alert
- Forward collision warning
- Lane departure warning and prevention
Taurus SHO
SHO stands for Super High Output, and this model is the luxury and performance leader of the Taurus lineup. The SHO swaps the Taurus’ standard drivetrain for a twin-turbo 3.5-liter V-6 engine.
What’s Special
- Twin-turbo V-6 makes 365 hp and 350 pounds-feet of torque
- Six-speed automatic transmission with steering-wheel shift paddles
- All-wheel drive
- 20-inch aluminum wheels
- Sport suspension
- SHO design cues include a unique grille, SHO badges and a rear spoiler
- Available SHO Performance Package includes beefier brakes, unique shocks and springs, a different steering calibration, a shorter final drive ratio, summer tires and a Track mode for the stability system
