2017 Ford Taurus review
Ford Taurus highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Large trunk space
- Sync® technology
- Three engine options
Cons
- Bulky to drive on curvy roads
- Dated interior styling
- Small standard display screen
Mileage (EPA estimate)
16 city, 24 highway, 19 combined
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Comfortable, Tech-loaded sedan
If you're looking for a car to haul the kids, groceries, and the family dog too, consider the 2017 Ford Taurus. It has the beautiful styling of a sedan but the cargo space of a small SUV. This five-seater flaunts a quiet, comfortable ride with tons of modern features in the cabin that both adults and kids will appreciate, including smartphone connectivity. New for 2017, adds several technology additions and seating upgrades.
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What is new for the 2017 Ford Taurus?
- Taurus trims have been upgraded with Rear Seat Heaters, Heated Steering Wheel, Rear Sunshade, Blind Spot Monitor, Leather & Suede Seats, Bluetooth Technology, Sony Sound System, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto as standard equipment this year.
5 reasons to buy the 2017 Ford Taurus
1. Handy driving features
We can all use a little help when navigating busy highways and bustling city streets. The 2017 Ford Taurus lends a hand with its traction control, stability control, and rearview camera as standard. The SEL, Limited, and SHO trims also gain rear parking sensors. If you select a Limited trim with the Driver Assist package you gain adaptive cruise control that keeps pace with the flow of traffic, an automated parallel parking system, and a lane departure warning.
2. Flaunts modern tech
Inside the 2017 Ford Taurus, you'll admire a suite of handy electronics. On the base SE trim you'll enjoy the rearview camera, Sync® voice controls, a 4.2-inch display screen, Bluetooth® phone and audio connectivity, a six-speaker sound system, and two USB ports. Choose the SEL trim to gain available remote start and available satellite radio.
3. Three engine options
The 2017 Ford Taurus features a 3.5L V6 standard, the new turbocharged 3.5L V6 (SHO trim only), or an EcoBoost® 2.0L four-cylinder (optional on SE, SEL front-wheel drives, and Limited trims). The V6 and four-cylinder engines come with front-wheel drive standard, with all-wheel drive as an option. If you live in a climate with snowy winters or a long rainy season, consider all-wheel drive. The turbocharged V6 in the SHO trim features all-wheel drive standard.
4. Wonderful comfort options
If you're going to spend hours in your 2017 Ford Taurus each day, why not have all the cozy bells and whistles? Six-way power-adjustable front seats with lumbar support come standard. If you select a Limited trim, you can sink into the heated/ventilated front seats, enjoy driver-seat memory settings, have heated seats in the rear (great for a pet passenger!), and enjoy a premium Sony™ sound system.
5. High-performance SHO trim
If you're traversing cross-country interstates and want a sedan that dominates the open road, the 2017 Ford Taurus has spirit. Under the hood is a turbocharged 3.5L V6 that cranks out 365 hp. The SHO manages zero to 60 in 5.8 seconds, according to an Edmunds driving test. That's not too shabby for a classic family car. The SHO also features a sport-tuned suspension for an even smoother ride and steering-wheel-mounted shifting paddles.
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Ratings & reliability
RepairPal gave the Ford Taurus an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Ford Taurus 10th out of 13 among Fullsize Cars.
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Limited 2WD 4D Sedan
Standard Features
- A/C Seat(s)
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cruise Control
- Flex Fuel Vehicle
- Front Seat Heaters
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Overhead Airbags
- Parking Sensors
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Seat Heaters
- Rear Sunshade
- Rear View Camera
- Remote Start
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Sony Sound System
- Sync System
- Traction Control
- Turbo Charged Engine
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- Automated Cruise Control
- Automated Parking
- Lane Departure Warning
- Navigation System
- Rear Spoiler
- Sunroof(s)
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.0L
Horsepower
240
Torque (ft-lbs)
270
Engine type
Turbo Gas
Fuel capacity
19
Wheelbase
112.9"
Overall length
202.9"
Width
76.2"
Height
60.7"
Leg room
F 41.9"/R 38.1"
Head room
F 39"/R 37.8"
Front tires
P255/45VR19
Rear tires
P255/45VR19
Seating capacity
5
Max towing capacity
100/1000 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2017 Ford Taurus FAQ
The 2017 Ford Taurus is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Limited : 18 MPG City and 27 MPG Highway
- SE : 18 MPG City and 27 MPG Highway
- SEL : 18 MPG City and 27 MPG Highway
- SHO : 16 MPG City and 24 MPG Highway
The Ford Taurus received a rating of 4 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Ford Taurus as 9 out of 13 among Fullsize Car
The 2017 Ford Taurus has received an average 4.0 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2017 Ford Taurus, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2017 Ford Taurus Reviews.
The 2017 Ford Taurus has a maximum towing capacity of 1000 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2017 Ford Taurus:
- Rear Seat Heaters
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Rear Sunshade
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Leather & Suede Seats
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