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Sedans Ford Taurus/Mercury Sable 2008 Ford Taurus New Owner Reports
103 messages, Last post on Nov 01, 2008 at 9:06 PM
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Replying to: thegraduate (Jan 31, 2008 1:12 pm)
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Replying to: KarenS (Feb 03, 2008 5:54 pm) |
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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.
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Replying to: 0311vn (Feb 13, 2008 10:46 pm) 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. |
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| 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. | |
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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?
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Replying to: 0311vn (Feb 16, 2008 12:31 pm) |
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We just bought a new Sable Premier, light sage exterior, and light camel interior. We were a little surprised when we test drove the vehicle at the interior colors. The seats are the light camel leather, the dash and some other plastic trim are a darker gray, and the wood trim is a light color. The seats are not two tone colors. I have not seen these interior colors in the Sable or Taurus brochures or online. They all have the darker wood trim. Has anyone else seen this light wood trim in a Sable or Taurus? My wife and I actually like the color, maybe better than the dark wood trim.
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We just returned from the first long driving trip in our 2008 Taurus Limited AWD. One way distance was approximately 1180 miles and the car averaged 25mpg going and 24mpg on the return. Not bad but not as good as I had hoped. I suspect the AWD is the main contributor - a FWD would undoubtedly do better. Perhaps more torque would help also. Long hills on I70 resulted in one or two gear downshifts to maintain the set speed which can't be good for mileage either. The only negative that resulted from the drive is the driving position - I could not find a position that was good for both my arms and legs - when good for my arms my right leg was jammed against the console and when good for my legs, my arms were stretched in an uncomfortable position. Either more pedal adjustment is required or a telescoping steering wheel. Other than this we found the car comfortable, quiet, and very roomy. The body is tight - the only rattles were due to loose items in the cup holders or door pockets and this was the case whether we were on interstate or rough local roads.
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Replying to: desertrat5 (May 11, 2008 2:29 am)
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