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2008 Ford Taurus New Owner Reports

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#33 of 104 Re: Why is Ford not advertising the new Taurus [mschmal] by jkinzel

Jan 27, 2008 (2:18 pm)

Replying to: mschmal (Jan 27, 2008 1:21 pm)
Thanks for the link.
I have not given the Edge much thought because it gets less MPG than the Taurus and MPG is going to be a big issue in my next purchase. It would however be a great replacement for our 1993 Explorer.
 
I would hate to think of the Taurus as Ford’s answer to the Buick, however, do turn 60 this year, but Im a long way from “Buick status” ( I have looked at the Buick, but mpg and price keep me away)

#34 of 104 Press Request by Karen@Edmunds HOST

Jan 31, 2008 (2:06 pm)

A reporter seeks to interview buyers of models equipped with Ford Sync. Please respond to jfallonedmunds.com no later than Friday, February 1 with your daytime contact information and a sentence or two about why you purchased Sync.

#35 of 104 Re: Press Request [KarenS] by thegraduate

Jan 31, 2008 (2:12 pm)

Replying to: Karen@Edmunds (Jan 31, 2008 2:06 pm)
KarenS,
 
May I ask who these reporters are? I see these from time to time and never know what they're really about!
 
Just curious!!!

#36 of 104 Re: Press Request [thegraduate] by Karen@Edmunds HOST

Feb 03, 2008 (6:54 pm)

Replying to: thegraduate (Jan 31, 2008 2:12 pm)
It isn't specific to just one publication. There are a variety of newspapers/magazines that ask help from our PR for people to interview for automotive related articles. If you have further questions, drop me an email.

#37 of 104 Re: Press Request [KarenS] by thegraduate

Feb 03, 2008 (10:04 pm)

Replying to: Karen@Edmunds (Feb 03, 2008 6:54 pm)
Nope, that's what I was curious about. Thanks!

#38 of 104 What loaded Tauruses selling for?... by 0311vn

Feb 13, 2008 (11:46 pm)

I test drove one that had a sunroof. I doubt if I would want that option. Otherwise, loaded what are they selling for real world? Do they have an engine in which some cylinders cut off at high speeds? Is there added safety in having AWD in dry driving conditions?
The Taurus has a big interior and high crash ratings. Is the firm ride part of the Volvo platform tradition? I will take the firm, stiff ride over the "boaty" ride of my step-father's Mercury Gran Marquis anyday.

#39 of 104 Re: What loaded Tauruses selling for?... [0311vn] by thegraduate

Feb 14, 2008 (9:01 am)

Replying to: 0311vn (Feb 13, 2008 11:46 pm)
Do they have an engine in which some cylinders cut off at high speeds?
 
Nope, but they offer 28 MPG highway, which is darn good in my opinion, and very competitive.
 
Is there added safety in having AWD in dry driving conditions?
 
Not much of one; handling may be slightly better (and I mean SLIGHTLY), but the type of system used isn't supportive of canyon carving (as in the Acura RL Sedan and MDX Crossover); instead, its for slick conditions. It also hurts fuel economy. I don't think (just my opinion here) that AWD is as beneficial as people think, since it does nothing to help you stop, but instead helps you get going. I'd get ESC and avoid the AWD.
 
Is the firm ride part of the Volvo platform tradition? I will take the firm, stiff ride over the "boaty" ride of my step-father's Mercury Gran Marquis anyday.
 
Few people will call the Taurus firm; controlled maybe, but quite soft. Drive a Fusion, that'll show you firm.

#40 of 104 2008 Taurus by dconnor

Feb 16, 2008 (12:28 pm)

For me the deal killer in getting a new Taurus was the lack of a telescoping steering wheel. I am tall with long legs. With the seat set for me I had to have my arms fully extended straight out to reach the steering wheel, an uncomfortable and tiring position. I don't understand it; there is probably not another car of this price without a telescoping steering wheel.

#41 of 104 Many new cars now have telescoping steering wheels?... by 0311vn

Feb 16, 2008 (1:31 pm)

I guess I have been out of the loop. Steering wheels that adjust up and down I know of, but not in and out.
What car companies make engines with cylinders that cut off at high speed to save fuel?

#42 of 104 Re: Many new cars now have telescoping steering wheels?... [0311vn] by thegraduate

Feb 17, 2008 (12:06 am)

Replying to: 0311vn (Feb 16, 2008 1:31 pm)
Even the most basic $14,810 Honda Civic offers a telescoping steering wheel, as does my Accord and MANY new cars. American carmakers have been slower to add this feature than foreign carmakers, it seems.

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