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Compare 2008 Ford Taurus specifications by trim levels

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Taurus is a 5-seat Wagon from Ford, which first hit the market back in 1999.

With the price tag ranging from $23,635 to $29,470, the Ford Taurus faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like Acura ILX, Acura TL, BMW 328d, Buick LaCrosse.

Overview

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Bulb Size

The Ford Taurus has a maximum towing capacity of 1000 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.

The Ford Taurus boasts the average fuel economy anywhere from 24 to 28 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.

The maximum width and height is 74.50mm x 201.80mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.

Key Specs of 2008 Ford Taurus

  • Fuel Tank: 20.5 gal

  • Wheelbase: 112.9 in

  • MPG: 18 city/28 hwy

  • 0-60 mph: 6.5 sec

  • Ground clearance: 5.1 in

  • Towing: 1000 lbs

  • Towing capacity: 1000 lbs

  • Curb: 3643 lbs

  • Tires: P215/60TR17.0 BSW AS

  • Cargo: 21.2 cu.ft

  • Passenger capacity: 5

  • Dimensions(LxWxH): 201.8 x 74.5 x 61.5



2008 Ford Taurus Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures

The Ford Taurus is offered in 4 trim levels. Compare the trim levels to ensure you will have the desired features and will not pay for the unnecessary upgrades

Our comprehensive charts with interior and exterior specs are also designed to give you thorough details about Ford Taurus safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.

Compare the Ford Taurus specifications & features by choosing the necessary trim level & year of manufacture.

Specs

    • Main Info

    • Body Style Wagon

    • Doors 4

    • Engine

    • Horsepower 263 hp @ 6250

    • Torque 249 lb-ft.

    • 0-60mph / 0-100kmh 5.8 - 6.5 sec

    • 1/4 mile time 14.3 - 14.9 sec

    • Dimensions

    • Length 201.8 in

    • Width 74.5 in

    • Height 61.5 in

    • Wheelbase 112.9 in

    • Curb Weight 3643 lbs

    • Towing capacity 1000 lbs

    • Ground clearance 5.1 in

    • Turning radius 20 ft

    • CAPACITY

    • Seats 5

    • Passenger volume 108

    • FUEL

    • Fuel tank 20.5 gal

    • City 17 - 18 mpg

    • Combined 21 - 24 mpg

    • Highway 24 - 28 mpg

    • Highway range 492 - 574 mi



Specifications

SEL 4dr Front-wheel Drive

Limited 4dr Front-wheel Drive

SEL 4dr All-wheel Drive

Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive
Exterior length
201.80 in 201.80 in 201.80 in 201.80 in
Exterior body width
74.50 in 74.50 in 74.50 in 74.50 in
Exterior height
61.50 in 61.50 in 61.50 in 61.50 in
Horsepower
263 263 263 263
Torque
249 249 249 249
Fuel economy - city
18 mpg 18 mpg 17 mpg 17 mpg
Fuel economy - highway
28 mpg 28 mpg 24 mpg 24 mpg
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s)
6.50 seconds 6.50 seconds 5.80 seconds 5.80 seconds
1/4 mile time
14.90 seconds 14.90 seconds 14.30 seconds 14.30 seconds
1/4 mile speed
98 mph 98 mph 95 mph 95 mph
Lateral acceleration (g)
0.80 0.80 0.80 0.80
Slalom speed
58 mph 58 mph 58 mph 58 mph
Bore-and-Stroke
3.60/3.50 " 3.60/3.50 " 3.60/3.50 " 3.60/3.50 "
Curb weight
3643.00 lbs 3643.00 lbs 3814.00 lbs 3814.00 lbs
Maximum Trailer Weight
1000.00 lbs. 1000.00 lbs. 1000.00 lbs. 1000.00 lbs.
Wheelbase
112.90 in 112.90 in 112.90 in 112.90 in
Front track
64.30 " 64.30 " 64.30 " 64.30 "
Rear track
64.40 " 64.40 " 64.40 " 64.40 "
Turning radius
20.00 20.00 20.00 20.00
Ground clearance
5.10 in 5.10 in 5.10 in 5.10 in
Front legroom
41.30 in 41.30 in 41.30 in 41.30 in
Rear legroom
41.20 in 41.20 in 41.20 in 41.20 in
Front headroom
39.60 in 39.60 in 39.60 in 39.60 in
Rear headroom
38.80 in 38.80 in 38.80 in 38.80 in
Front hip room
53.70 in 53.70 in 53.70 in 53.70 in
Rear hip room
53.60 in 53.60 in 53.60 in 53.60 in
Front shoulder room
57.80 in 57.80 in 57.80 in 57.80 in
Rear shoulder room
57.60 in 57.60 in 57.60 in 57.60 in
Luggage volume
21.20 cu.ft. 21.20 cu.ft. 21.20 cu.ft. 21.20 cu.ft.
Luggage volume (max)
21.20 cu.ft. 21.20 cu.ft. 21.20 cu.ft. 21.20 cu.ft.
Passenger volume
108 cu.ft. 108 cu.ft. 108 cu.ft. 108 cu.ft.
Fuel tank
20.50 gal. 20.50 gal. 20.50 gal. 20.50 gal.

Interior Features

SEL 4dr Front-wheel Drive

Limited 4dr Front-wheel Drive

SEL 4dr All-wheel Drive

Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive
12V DC power outlet
3 3 3 3
Seatback storage pockets
2 2 2 2

Exterior Features

SEL 4dr Front-wheel Drive

Limited 4dr Front-wheel Drive

SEL 4dr All-wheel Drive

Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive
Door count
4 doors 4 doors 4 doors 4 doors
Sunroof
1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass
Front tires
P215/60TR17.0 BSW AS P225/55HR18.0 BSW AS P215/60TR17.0 BSW AS P225/55HR18.0 BSW AS
Wheels
17" machined alloy 18" machined alloy 17" machined alloy 18" machined alloy

Seats

SEL 4dr Front-wheel Drive

Limited 4dr Front-wheel Drive

SEL 4dr All-wheel Drive

Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive
Standard seating
5 5 5 5

Entertainment System

SEL 4dr Front-wheel Drive

Limited 4dr Front-wheel Drive

SEL 4dr All-wheel Drive

Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive
Speakers
4 7 4 7
2nd row LCD screen
1 1 1 1
1st row LCD screen
1 1 – –

Safety and Security Features

SEL 4dr Front-wheel Drive

Limited 4dr Front-wheel Drive

SEL 4dr All-wheel Drive

Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive

Mechanical Features

SEL 4dr Front-wheel Drive

Limited 4dr Front-wheel Drive

SEL 4dr All-wheel Drive

Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive
Axle ratio
2.77 2.77 2.77 2.77

Other Specs

SEL 4dr Front-wheel Drive

Limited 4dr Front-wheel Drive

SEL 4dr All-wheel Drive

Limited 4dr All-wheel Drive
Maximum towing capacity
1000 lbs. 1000 lbs. 1000 lbs. 1000 lbs.