Ford Taurus

Taurus Overview

Introduction:

The present Ford Taurus is the representative of the sixth generation that was first introduced in the year 2010. Despite the fact it shared its power-train and interiors with the previous versions, the current generation reflects a significant improvement in terms of design. The current version also indicates the return of SHO model, which featured the most powerful engine ever seen in the Taurus. Though Ford has geared up Taurus with technically advanced features but, the automobile market of UAE is full of alternatives that will test the real potential of the car.

Ford Taurus Interior & Features

Interiors:

Enhanced by the availability of options like massaging front seats and a heated steering wheel, the Taurus features an attractive passenger cabin with an upscale look and feel. The availability of MyFord Touch System, is coupled with a significant touchscreen, a pair of smaller driver configurable displays oblique the gauge cluster, steering wheel mounted buttons and voice controls all together adds a high tech element to the aesthetics. The broad design of roof pillars, high belt-line and center console might give a feeling of less spacious cabin than it actually is but both front and rear seats offer a significant leg room as well as head room. The boot space of 575 litres is one of the biggest one can find in sedan of this range.

Taurus Exterior

Exteriors:

The new design of Taurus can be characterized as aggressive, bold and almost impending. Even at standstill, the sharp lines across the body communicate motion. Smartly designed high intensity discharge headlamps provide focus along with the required efficiency and the bold character is even echoed by the rear LED Tail-lamps. The overall dimensions of the car measures (5154 X 2177 X 1542) mm (L X W X H) and the wheelbase measures 2868 mm that provides ample cabin space as well as stability to the car. The four trims are equipped with 18-inch alloy wheels with tire size measuring 235/ 55 R18 and one can also opt for (19 or 20) inch alloy wheels according to the need.

Ford Taurus Engine & Fuel Consumption

Engine, Mileage & variants:

The UAE market is offered with 3.5 Litre Ti- VCT V6 engine coupled with 6 speed Select Shift Automatic Transmission that churns out maximum power of 288 hp at 6500 rpm along with maximum torque of 344 Nm at 4000 rpm. One can shoot 0 to 100 kmph mark in a significant time span of 6.0 seconds and the top speed for Taurus measures 257 kmph. On the front of fuel economy the car will not fascinate you much but, still the mileage is quite decent in the class and measures 9.8 kmpl.

Taurus Braking & Safety

Safety, Braking And Miscellaneous:

Ford engineers have given the Taurus a wide stance and advanced suspension tuning, delivering confident handling on the corners. Every Ford Taurus comes standard with disc brakes accompanied with Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake Force Distribution System (EBD) and Brake Assist (BA) for effective braking system. The Electric Power- assisted is coupled with Independent MacPherson Strut in front and rear independent multilink suspension in rear that ensures smooth handling of the car in stringent corners. The other safety features include air bag system (front, side and curtain), 3 point safety belts for all seating positions, Post Crash Alert System and Parking Sensors.

Verdict:

Unlike the original Taurus, the latest generation is officially full-sized, with interior room and trunk space that rivals the Ford sedans of the past. While its capacity is nostalgic, performance is light years ahead of its ancestors.