2008 Ford Taurus Specification- Overall

The revamped 2008 Ford Taurus is one of the most powerful, refined, roomiest and safest family-sized Sedan available in the market. With the manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) starting from $23,995, this is a good deal. Some seven million Taurus sedans have been manufactured, since the time it was launched in the market. It is one of the most recognized vehicles under the brand name of Ford of all times. The 2008 Ford Taurus is built at Ford's Chicago Assembly Plant.

All New Taurus

The 2008 Ford Taurus is available in two trim series: Taurus SEL and Taurus Limited. Both are available in all-wheel and front-wheel drive. The new Ford Taurus has a distinctive exterior feature that gets life from the powerful and refined 3.5-liter V-6 engine and six-speed automatic transmission. It has got some of the most advanced safety technologies like standard Safety Canopy(TM) side curtain air bags. It has a five-star rating in all categories in crash testing conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

Standard Features Include:

• 3.5-liter Duratec V-6 engine
• Smooth-shifting,
• 6-speed automatic transmission
• Personal Safety System
• Driver and front passenger seat side impact air bags
• Safety Canopy(TM) side curtain air bags
• Tire pressure monitoring system
• Audio input jack for MP3 players
• AM/FM stereo with single CD player
• Traction control
• Integrated key fob
• Fog lamps

Available Optional Features Include:

AdvanceTrac(R) electronic stability control
Wiper-activated headlamps
Voice-activated DVD-based Navigation System
Wood package
Ford SYNC(TM) voice-activated communications and entertainment system
18-inch 7-spoke aluminum wheel
SIRIUS(TM) satellite radio
Power moonroof
Power adjustable pedals
Reverse sensing system
Front row heated seats