2016 Ford Taurus

Vehicle Overview

The Ford Taurus is available in SE, SEL and Limited trim levels and is offered with front- or all-wheel drive. The Taurus, which seats up to five people, competes with the Chevrolet Impala, Hyundai Azera and Toyota Avalon. It is also available as the high-performance Taurus SHO, which is powered by a twin-turbo V-6 engine.

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New for 2016
Ford’s new Sync 3 multimedia system is available.
Significant Standard Features

• 288-horsepower, 3.5-liter V-6 engine
• Six-speed automatic transmission
• Chrome grille accents and chrome-tipped exhaust
• Backup camera
• Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system

Significant Available Features

• 240-hp, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder
• 20-inch wheels
• Power moonroof
• Sync 3 multimedia system
• Push-button start
• Leather seats
• Power-adjustable pedals with memory feature
• Heated and cooled front seats, heated rear seats
• Blind spot warning system
• Collision warning system
• Lane departure warning and prevention

Taurus SHO
SHO stands for Super High Output, and the Taurus SHO caps the Taurus lineup from a performance and luxury standpoint. The SHO swaps the Taurus’ standard drivetrain for a twin-turbo 3.5-liter V-6.
What’s Special

• Twin-turbo V-6 makes 365 hp and 350 pounds-feet of torque
• Six-speed automatic transmission with steering-wheel paddle shifters
• All-wheel drive
• Sport suspension
• SHO design cues include a unique grille, SHO badges, 20-inch wheels and a rear spoiler
• SHO Performance Package includes beefier brakes, unique shocks and springs, a different steering calibration, a shorter final drive ratio, 20-inch summer tires and a Track mode for the stability system

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