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2008 Ford Taurus
4dr Front-wheel Drive SEL

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Summary
Starting MSRP$23,635
Invoice$21,801
Doors4
Engine Size3.5
Number of CylindersV-6
CompressorNot Available
Fuel TypeRegular unleaded
TransmissionAutomatic
Driven WheelsFront-wheel
Bed LengthNot Available
Dual Rear WheelsNot Available
Mfr Bed TypeNot Available
Compressor Type - VANot Available
Trans Speeds - VA6
Trans Type - VAAutomatic
 
Fuel Economy
City: 18 Hwy: 28

Overview

The new 2008 Ford Taurus is a refreshed and rebadged Ford Five Hundred with a new, more powerful engine for even better value.

The front-wheel or all-wheel drive Taurus includes a new 263 hp 3.5-liter V6 engine and six speed automatic transmission for improved power and fuel economy. It also gets a new chrome grille, new tail lamps and rear fascia, new chrome exterior accents and mirrors, better sound insulation, and revisions to the suspension. Ford's industry exclusive new Sync hands-free communications and entertainment system is included on Limited, optional on SEL. Safety features include seat-mounted side airbags for the front seats and Safety Canopy side-curtain airbags. AdvanceTrac® electronic stability control is available.

For 2008, the Ford Taurus is a return to a well known nameplate, carried over from the 2007 Ford Five Hundred.


Colors

Body
Alloy Clearcoat Metallic [Gray]
Black Clearcoat [Black]
Dark Ink Blue Clearcoat Metallic [Dk.Blue]
Dune Pearl Clearcoat Metallic [Beige]
Light Ice Blue Clearcoat Metallic [Blue]
Light Sage Clearcoat Metallic [Beige]
Merlot Clearcoat Metallic [Red]
Oxford White Clearcoat [White]
Silver Birch Clearcoat Metallic [Silver]
Titanium Green Clearcoat Metallic [Green]
Interior
Camel (Tan) w/Cloth Bucket Seats [Tan]
Camel (Tan) w/Leather-Trimmed Bucket Seats or Leather-Trimmed Bucket Seats (Fleet) [Tan]
Medium Light Stone (Grey) w/Cloth Bucket Seats [Gray]
Medium Light Stone (Grey) w/Leather-Trimmed Bucket Seats or Leather-Trimmed Bucket Seats (Fleet) [Gray]

Saftey (NHTSA Crash Data)

Driver's (Front)
Passenger's (Front)
Front Seat (Side)
Rear Seat (Side)
Rollover Resistance (Other)


Saftey (Hwysafety)

Overall Side (Side)Good
Driver Head Protection (Side)Good
Rear Passenger Head Protection (Side)Good
Driver Head and Neck (Side)Good
Rear Passenger Head and Neck (Side)Good
Driver Torso (Side)Acceptable
Rear Passenger Torso (Side)Good
Driver Pelvis/Leg (Side)Acceptable
Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg (Side)Good
Structure/safety cage (Side)Acceptable
Overall Rear (Rear)Good
Dynamic Rating (Rear)Good
Seat Head/Restraint Geometry (Rear)Good


Dimensions

Overall Width74.5
Overall height61.5
Overall Length201.8
Wheelbase112.9
Front track64.3
Rear track64.4
Front Head Room39.6
Rear Head Room38.8
Front Leg Room41.3
Rear Leg Room41.2
Front Shoulder Room57.8
Rear Shoulder Room57.6
Front Hip Room53.7
Rear Hip Room53.6
Aerodynamic Drag (CD)Not Available
Angle of ApproachNot Available
Angle of DepartureNot Available
Bed Length MeasurementNot Available
3rd Row Head RoomNot Available
3rd Row Leg RoomNot Available
3rd Row Shoulder RoomNot Available
3rd Row Hip RoomNot Available


Engine

TypeRegular unleaded
Cylinders6
Horse Power263
Compressor TypeNot Available
Variable Valve TimingVariable valve timing
Fuel TypeRegular unleaded
Max RPM6,250
Torque249
Max Torque RPM4,500
Compression Ratio10.30 : 1
Size3.5
Valve GearDOHC
Total Valves24
Engine ConfigurationV
Block HeaterNot Available
Displacement213
Vehicle EmissionsLEV II
Remote engine startNot Available
Electric Motor Battery TypeNot Available
Electric MotorNot Available
Electric Motor HP @ RPMNot Available
Electric Motor TorqueNot Available
Rear Electric MotorNot Available
Rear Electric Motor @ RPMNot Available
Rear Electric Motor TorqueNot Available
Hybrid Gas EngineNot Available
Hybrid Gas Engine@RPMNot Available
Hybrid Gas Engine TorqueNot Available
Hybrid gas Engine Torque@RPMNot Available
Cylinder DeactivationNot Available
Keyless IgnitionNot Available


Audio System

In-Dash CDSingle
CassetteNot Available
Remote CD changer locationNot Available
RadioAM/FM/Satellite-capable
Premium BrandNot Available
Total Number of Speakers4
Premium Brand SpeakersNot Available
Antenna TypeWindow grid
MP3 playerNot Available
Rear audioNot Available
headsetsNot Available
Remote CD changerNot Available
Audio security systemNot Available
Radio Data SystemNot Available
Satellite RadioNot Available
Audio/Video Remote ControlNot Available
Speed Sensitive Volume ControlNot Available
Digital Audio InputYes
DVD-AudioNot Available
Surround AudioNot Available
Memory Card SlotNot Available


Tires

Width215
Profile60
Speed RatingT
Diameter17.0
TypeAS
Run flatNot Available
PrefixP
Load RatingNot Available
Tire Pressure Monitoring SystemYes


Driver Seat

Power Adjustments6
Height AdjustablePower
HeatedNot Available
VentilatedNot Available
MassagingNot Available
Adjustable lumbar supportManual
Manual Adjustments8
Head Restraint Whiplash ProtectionNot Available


Colors

Two-ToneNot Available
Roof typeFixed roof
Fabric TypeCloth
Fabric Type 2Cloth
Fabric Type 3Cloth
Fabric Type 4Carpet


Brakes

Braking assistBraking assist
Front brakesVentilated disc


ABS Brakes

ABS4-wheel


Wheels

Rim TypeMachined alloy
Diameter17
Width7
Wheel CoversNot Available
Wheel LocksNot Available


Drivetrain

Descent ControlNot Available
Driven WheelsFront-wheel
4WD TypeNot Available
Transfer CaseNot Available
Locking HubsNot Available
Limited slip differentialNot Available
Dual rear wheelsNot Available
Axle ratio2.77


Spare Wheel

Rim typeSteel


Spare Tire

Mount LocationInside under cargo
SizeCompact


Suspension

IndependentFour-wheel
activeNot Available
levelingNot Available
stabilizer barFront and rear
Front suspension typeStrut
Rear Suspension TypeMulti-link
Driver Adjustable SuspensionNot Available
Front Suspension ClassificationIndependent
Front Spring TypeCoil
Front Stabilizer BarRegular
Rear Suspension ClassificationIndependent
Rear Spring TypeCoil
Rear Stabilizer BarRegular
ClassRegular


Security

Anti-theft alarm systemNot Available
engine immobilizerEngine immobilizer


Headrests

Adjustable Front HeadrestsManual adjustable
Number of rear headrests2
Adjustable rear headrestsFixed
Third row headrestsNot Available
4th Row Headrest NumberNot Available


Lights

Daytime running lightsNot Available
Xenon HeadlightsNot Available
Headlights dusk sensorNot Available
Headlights auto delayNot Available
Headlight cleanersNot Available
Front Fog lightsFront fog/driving lights
Rear Fog LightsNot Available
Cornering LightsNot Available
Exterior entry lightsNot Available
Self-leveling headlightsNot Available
Adaptive headlightsNot Available


Roof

Roof rackNot Available
SunroofNot Available
Rear sunroofNot Available
Convertible roofNot Available
Convertible windowNot Available
Removeable roofNot Available
Solar SunroofNot Available
One-Touch Power SunroofNot Available
Convertible Occupant Rollover ProtectionNot Available
Remote sunroof/convertible roof operationNot Available
Extended sunroofNot Available
3rd Row SunroofNot Available


Seats

Total Seating Capacity5
UpholsteryCloth
Front seat typeBucket
Max seating capacity5
Climate controlledNot Available
CooledNot Available
FoldingFold flat passenger


Passenger Seat

Power adjustments2
Height adjustableNot Available
Lumbar supportNot Available
HeatedNot Available
MassagingNot Available
Manual Adjustments4
Head Restraint Whiplash ProtectionNot Available


Rear Seats

TypeBench
Lumbar supportNot Available
HeatedNot Available
RecliningNot Available
FoldingFold forward seatback
Center armrestYes
Rear heatNot Available
Ski bagNot Available
MassagingNot Available
Head Restraint Whiplash ProtectionNot Available
Climate controlledNot Available
VentilatedNot Available


Third Row Seat

TypeNot Available
FoldingNot Available


Locks

Power door locksRemote, digital keypad power door locks
2-Stage unlocking2-stage unlocking


Windows

Power windowsPower windows
One-touch windows1
Front wipers - intermittentVariable intermittent
Front wipers - rain sensingNot Available
Front wipers - speed sensitiveNot Available
Privacy glassLight
Rear defoggerRear defogger
Rear wiperNot Available
Rear window sunshadeNot Available
Side window sunshadeNot Available
Heated windshieldNot Available
Remote window operationNot Available
Heated Windshield Washer JetsNot Available


Mirrors

Driver mirror adjustmentPower remote
Heated driver mirrorNot Available
Passenger mirror adjustmentPower remote
Heated passenger mirrorNot Available
Auto-dimming mirrorsNot Available
Reverse tilt mirrorsNot Available
Power retractable mirrorsNot Available
Inside rearview mirrorElectrochromatic
Vanity mirrorsDual illuminated vanity mirrors
Signal mirrorsNot Available
Exterior Extending MirrorsNot Available
Rear seat vanity mirrorsNot Available


Video System

TVNot Available
Video playerNot Available
Video Monitor LocationNot Available


Convenience Features

Cruise controlCruise control
Power steeringPower steering
Steering wheelTilt-adjustable
Audio controls on steering wheelAudio controls
Cruise controls on steering wheelCruise controls
Transmission controls on steering wheelNot Available
Adjustable pedalsNot Available
CupholdersFront and rear
Remote trunk releasePower
Door pocketsDriver, passenger and rear
Seatback storage2
Cargo netNot Available
12V DC power outlet3
AC power outletNot Available
Retained accessory powerRetained accessory power
Overhead consoleMini with storage
Universal remote transmitterNot Available
Driver seat easy entryNot Available
Passenger seat easy entryNot Available
Center ConsoleFull with covered storage
Rear area cargo coverNot Available
Multi-function remoteTrunk/hatch/door
First aid kitNot Available
Steering Wheel Phone ControlsNot Available
Convertible Wind BlockerNot Available
Power Activated Trunk/HatchNot Available
Steering Wheel Air Conditioning ControlsNot Available
Cargo Grocery Bag HolderNot Available
Storage OrganizerNot Available
Under Seat StorageNot Available
Exterior Rear View CameraNot Available
4-Wheel SteeringNot Available
Easy entry (driver)Not Available


Comfort Features

Reading lightsFront and rear
Steering wheel trimLeather
Shift knob trimLeather/metal-look
Dash trimSimulated wood
Door trimNot Available
Center console trimSimulated wood
Floor matsCarpet front and rear
Cargo area floor matNot Available
Beverage coolerNot Available
Picnic tableNot Available
Cargo area lightCargo area light
Heated steering wheelNot Available


Memorized Settings

Number of driversNot Available
seat memoryNot Available
includes rear view mirrorNot Available
includes door mirror(s)Not Available
includes steering wheelNot Available
includes pedalsNot Available
includes audioNot Available
includes HVACNot Available


Instrumentation

TachometerTachometer
Trip computerTrip computer
ClockIn-radio
Head-up displayNot Available
External tempNot Available
Low fuel levelLow fuel level
CompassCompass
Night Vision Enhancement SystemNot Available
Transmission Temperature GuageNot Available
Boost GaugeNot Available


Exterior Features

Brush guard on headlightsNot Available
GrillChrome
Rear spoilerNot Available
Skid platesNot Available


Telematics

internet accessNot Available
Navigation systemNot Available
Satellite communicationsNot Available
PhoneNot Available
wireless connectivityNot Available


Doors

left rear passenger door typeConventional
right rear passenger door typeConventional
Rear door typeTrunk
Liftgate windowNot Available


Truck Features

Door reinforcementSide-impact door beam
Vinyl floor coveringNot Available
Light barNot Available
Engine hour meterNot Available
Auxilliary transmission coolerNot Available
Auxilliary engine coolerNot Available
Auxilliary gas tankNot Available
Bed extenderNot Available
Tonneau coverNot Available
Running boardsNot Available
BumpersBody-colored
Bed linerNot Available
Snowplow prepNot Available
Pickup Truck Sliding Rear WindowNot Available
Pickup Bed TypeNot Available


Towing and Hauling

Trailer hitchNot Available
Cargo tie downsNot Available
Tow HooksNot Available


Weights and Capacities

Curb weight3,643
Towing Capacity1,000
PayloadNot Available
Cargo capacity, all seats in place21
Cargo capacity, rear seat down or removedNot Available
Max cargo capacity21
Fuel Capacity20.5
Gross vehicle weightNot Available
Ground clearance5.1
Turning radius20.0
EPA interior volume108.0
Manufacturer's 0-60mph acceleration time (seconds)Not Available


Airbags

Head airbagsCurtain 1st and 2nd row
Passenger airbag deactivationNot Available
Passenger AirbagYes
Knee airbagsNot Available


Stability and Traction

Traction controlDriveline
Stability controlNot Available


Child Safety

Child safety locksYes
Child seatNot Available


Seatbelts

Rear center seatbelt3-point belt
Seatbelt pretensionersFront


Transmission

Number of speeds6
Manual / automaticAutomatic
Automatic typeAutomatic
Transmission Hill HolderNot Available


Air Conditioning

Front air conditioningManual
Front air conditioning zonesNot Available
Rear air conditioningNot Available
Rear air conditioning zonesNot Available
Air filtrationInterior air filtration
Residual Heat DistributionNot Available


Fuel Consumption

City18
Highway28


Crash Test and Other Ratings

Acceleration 0-60mphNot Available


Safety and Performance for CarsProd

Antilock Brakes4-wheel
Four-wheel antilock brakesFour-wheel antilock brakes
Head airbagHead airbag
Child safety seatNot Available
Side airbagSide airbag
Stability controlNot Available
Traction controlTraction control


4th Row Seats

4th Row Seat TypeNot Available


Warranty

basic months36
basic distance36,000
drivetrain months60
drivetrain distance60,000
roadside months60
roadside distance60,000
rust months60
rust distanceUnlimited



Available Options:


Door Locks

Power Code Remote Start (Dealer Installed) (DISC)$395.00
Power Code Remote Start System (Dealer Installed)$395.00


Electronic Equipment

DVD Family Entertainment System$995.00
Reverse Sensing System$295.00


Emissions

California Emissions Systemn/a


Emissions Override

California Emissions System Not Requiredn/a
California Public Service/Emergency Vehicle Exemptionn/a
Dealer Order For California States Registrationn/a


Engine Equipment

Engine Block Heater (Regional)n/a
Engine Block Heater$35.00


Exterior Lamps

Daytime Running Lamps$50.00


Exterior Miscellaneous

COV Requiredn/a
Priced DORAn/a
BP Fuel Cap Deleten/a


Floor Covering

Black All Weather Floor Mats (Dealer Installed)$75.00


Incentive

Ford 2008 National Commercial Fleet Incentive Program - National - 05/02/07n/a
Ford 2008 Explorer Settlement Discount Certificate Program #32850 - National - 12/15/08n/a
Ford 2008 Q1/Q2 Direct Offer #32840 - National - 10/08/09n/a
Ford 2008 Autobytel Conquest Direct Offer - 32838 - National - 10/07/09n/a
Ford 2008 College Student Purchase Program #32746 - National - 04/01/09n/a
Ford 2008 X-Plan Partner Recognition Plus Direct Offer #32908 - National - 04/01/09n/a
Ford 2008 Owner Advantage Retail Conquest Direct Offer #32962 - New York - 05/20/09n/a
Ford 2008 Owner Advantage Retail Conquest Direct Offer #32962 - Philadelphia - 05/20/09n/a
Ford 2008 Owner Advantage Retail Conquest Direct Offer #32962 - Washington D.C. - 05/20/09n/a
Ford 2008 Owner Advantage Retail Conquest Direct Offer #32962 - Boston - 05/20/09n/a
Ford 2008 New Hire Car Voucher Program #32980 - National - 06/01/09n/a


Interior Miscellaneous

Initial Order Date: 03/05/2007n/a
Start-Up Date: 04/30/2007n/a
Final Order Date: 05/30/2008n/a
Fleet Final Order Date: 05/19/2008n/a
Build-Out Date: 08/06/2008n/a


Marketing Option Package

Order Code 110An/a


Option Group

Interior Convenience Package$895.00
Safety & Security Package$695.00
SYNC$395.00


Power Convenience

Power Adjustable Pedals$120.00


Radio Equipment

Satellite Radio$195.00
Triptunes Advanced (Dealer Installed)$340.00


Radio Type

Radio: AM/FM Stereo/Clock/CDx6/MP3n/a


Seat Equipment

Front Row Heated Seats$240.00


Seat Type

Leather-Trimmed Bucket Seats$895.00
Leather-Trimmed Bucket Seats (Fleet)$895.00


Sun/Moon Roof

Power Moonroof$895.00
Power Moonroof (Fleet)$895.00


Tire Type

Tires: P225/55Rx18 BSWn/a


Wheel Type

Wheels: 18" 7-Spoke Chrome-Clad Aluminum$895.00


Window Equipment

Rear Window Manual Sunshade$225.00





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