Ford has been one of the biggest car makers in the US, and they are renowned for their budget cars. The Taurus X was introduced after the relaunch of the Ford Taurus in 2008. The Taurus X is also known as Ford Freestyle, and it was just available from 2008 to 2009.
Overview
The Taurus X is a full-size SUV with a 3rd sitting row. The car has a powerful 3.5 L Duratec V6 engine which is a 203 horsepower engine with a 6-speed automatic transmission system. The car is perfect for carrying more than 5 passengers or a lot of luggage.
Reliability
Reliability is a big factor, and knowing the dependability and durability of a car is very important. Ford is not the most reliable brand, but it has some great cars under its umbrella. Ford’s reliability rating is 3.5 out of 5.0, and it ranks 21 out of 32 car brands. However, the Taurus X is pretty reliable, and it has a reliability score of 4.0 out of 5.0.
Safety
Safety is a very key factor in judging the reliability of a car. Ford has been really good from a safety perspective, and their cars are regularly crash-tested. The Taurus X has also been crash-tested by IIHS, and it has received a ‘Good” rating by them. The car has also many other safety options like electronic stability, traction control, airbags, etc.
Depreciation rate
The depreciation rate is also very much important because people don’t want to buy a car that would not sell for a good price. Ford cars usually perform well in holding their values. The Taurus X has been an old car, but it is still quite reasonable to sell.
Maintenance and repairing
Maintenance and repairing costs have been more in Ford cars than in others. The average maintenance cost of Ford cars is around $775. However, The Taurus X has a maintenance cost of around $500. It can cost more than that depending upon the condition of the car.
FAQ
Is Ford Taurus X a Front-Wheel-Drive, Rear-Wheel-Drive or All-Wheel-Drive car?
The Ford Taurus X is a All Wheel Drive car.
How many seats are in the Ford Taurus X?
The Ford Taurus X is a car with 6 seats. The EPA Classification for this car is: 4WD Sports Utility Vehicle
What is the horsepower in a Ford Taurus X and does it have a turbo?
The Ford Taurus X has 263 horsepower and 249 lb-ft of torque. The engine is a Gas V6 with a displacement of 3.5L/ The fuel system is: SMPI.
What type of wheels does it have?
Ford Taurus X has 18 x -TBD- inch Aluminum Front Wheels and 18 x -TBD- inch Aluminum Rear Wheels.
Does Ford still make the Taurus X?
Ford decided to make the Flex, instead of the Taurus X.
Is Ford Taurus X an SUV?
Ford Taurus X, a crossover SUV wagon SUV, was only produced for two years. The Ford Taurus X was a competent crossover that offered three rows of seating, ample cargo space, plenty of options and an excellent safety rating. It also had a powerful, if a little raucous, power plant.