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2008 Ford Taurus X Review
Crossover SUV features host of improvements.
2008 Taurus X Review Summary & Specifications
The Ford Taurus X is a much better vehicle than the Freestyle. The acceleration, shifting performance, powertain smoothness, and fuel economy are of a much higher order now. The instrument panel is more interesting and prettier to look at. The space, and use of space, is excellent. Taurus X is a solid crossover SUV, it's practical and it's affordable. Loaded with navigation, satellite radio and the DVD entertainment system, the Taurus X is a really good long-distance traveler as well as an around-town family hauler.NewCarTestDrive.com correspondent Jim McCraw filed this report from Dearborn.
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| Vehicle Category | Sport Utility Vehicles |
| Editor | Jim McCraw |
| Model Lineup | Ford Taurus X SEL ($26,615); Eddie Bauer ($29,355); Limited ($30,335) |
| Engines (standard) | 3.5-liter dohc 24-valve V6 |
| Transmissions (standard) | 6-speed automatic |
| Engines (optional) | 263-hp 3.5-liter V6 |
| Transmissions (optional) | 6-speed automatic |
| Safety Equipment (standard) | frontal airbags, side-impact airbags, curtain airbags, ABS, EBD, traction control |
| Safety Equipment (optional) | AdvanceTrac electronic stability control |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Assembled In | Chicago, Illinois |
| Manufacturer Phone | 800-392-3673 |
| Manufacturer URL | www.ford.com |
| Base Price MSRP | 26615 |
| Model Tested MSRP | Ford Taurus X Limited AWD ($32,185) |
| Standard Equipment | leather upholstery (vinyl third row), dual-zone automatic temperature control, power steering, keyless entry, power windows, power locks, power mirrors, console, cruise control, message center, trip computer, floor shift, fog lamps, premium AM/FM/6CD with MP3, subwoofer, automatic tilting mirror for reverse, power adjustable pedals, reverse sensing system |
| Options as Tested (MSRP) | power liftgate ($475), auxiliary HVAC system ($650), DVD entertainment system ($995), DVD navigation system ($1995), Sirius satellite radio equipment ($195) includes six-month subscription |
| Destination Charge | 750 |
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| Layout | all-wheel drive |
| Price as Tested | 37245 |
| Horse Power | 263 @ 6250 |
| Torque | 249 @ 4500 |
| Fuel Economy | 15/22 |
| Wheelbase | 112.9 |
| Length/Width/Height | 200.3/74.9/67.6 |
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| Turning Radius | 41 |
| Seating Capacity | 7 |
| Front Head/Hip/Leg room | 39.4/55.5/40.8 |
| Middle Head/Hip/Leg room | 39.7/56.0/440/4 |
| Rear Head/Hip/Leg room | 38.6/45.9/33.4 |
| Trunk Volume | 85.5 |
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| Towing Capacity | 2000 |
| Front Suspension | independent, MacPherson struts, coil springs, stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | independent, multi-link, coil springs, stabilizer bar |
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| Curb Weight | 4203 |
| Stock Tires | P225/60R18 |
| Brakes Front/Rear | disc/disc with ABS, EBD |
| Fuel Capacity | 19 |
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