2009 Ford Taurus Trims and Specs

A 3.5-liter Duratec V6 is the sole engine across the Taurus trim lineup, mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. Traction control keeps the 17-inch alloys from spinning on the front-wheel-drive SE trim, and four-wheel, antilock disc brakes will bring them to a stop with the help of brake assist and an anti-skid system. The AM/FM/CD/MP3 player has a digital media connection and can be controlled via the leather-wrapped tilt steering wheel. Mirrors, windows, and door locks are all power, and for extra convenience, remote keyless and keypad entry are both included. The front cloth bucket seats are both powered - 6-way for the driver and 2-way for the passenger - and separated by a center console. A split-folding seat is found in the rear. For added comfort, cruise control and air conditioning are standard, along with a trip computer and a compass. A tachometer means the revolution will be televised, or at least displayed. Illuminated visor mirrors are a vanity feature, while intermittent front wipers and a rear defogger will keep things clear. Foglights and floormats are also included. For safety, look to a theft-deterrent system, dual front airbags, front side airbags, and curtain side airbags with rollover deployment as well as a tire pressure monitor.

Moving up to the 2009 Ford Taurus SEL trim gets you a few key upgrades, including dual-zone automatic climate control and an upgraded AM/FM/6-CD/MP3 changer with satellite radio, a digital media connection, and integrated radio controls on the leather-wrapped tilt steering wheel. The driver’s cloth bucket seat gains 8-way power and lumbar adjustment, while the fold-flat passenger bucket still gets 2-way power. Power windows and door locks are now joined by heated power mirrors. Remote keyless and keypad entry are standard. The rearview mirror has an automatic day/night function, while the visor mirrors are illuminated. Along with a trip computer, tachometer, and compass, owners at the SEL level also get an outside-temperature indicator. Intermittent front wipers activate the headlights, and a rear defogger keeps the rear view clear. As with the rest of the Taurus line, the Duratec 3.5-liter V6 handles power delivery via a six-speed automatic transmission. Traction control is standard and will ensure even power distribution to the 17-inch alloys. Rear passengers enjoy a split-folding seat, while storage is buoyed by a center console. Cruise control is included, along with foglights and floormats. Standard safety features for the SEL include four-wheel antilock disc brakes with brake assist and an anti-skid system, a tire pressure monitor, a theft-deterrent system, and dual front, front side, and curtain side airbags, the last of which come with rollover deployment.

The 2009 Ford Taurus SEL AWD's Duratec 3.5-liter V6 sends power to all four wheels through a six-speed automatic with the benefit of traction control for extra stability in the slop. At this level, buyers will enjoy such treats as dual-zone automatic climate control, an AM/FM/6-CD/MP3 player with digital media connection and satellite radio, and power front bucket seats - 8-way for the driver with lumbar adjustment and 2-way for the fold-flat passenger seat. Power windows, locks, and heated power mirrors are all included. Except for starting the vehicle, keys are unnecessary, with remote keyless and keypad entry. The leather-wrapped tilt steering wheel includes radio controls, and cruise control is also included. Illuminated visor mirrors and an automatic day/night rearview mirror put a premium on visibility, along with foglights, a rear defogger, and headlights activated by the intermittent front wipers. Further convenience features include a trip computer, tachometer, compass, outside-temperature indicator, a center console, and floormats. 17-inch alloy wheels cover four-wheel antilock disc brakes with brake assist and an anti-skid system. Further safety features for the SEL AWD Taurus include a tire pressure monitor, a theft-deterrent system, and dual front, front side, and curtain side airbags, the last of which come with rollover deployment.

The first thing you’ll most likely notice when moving to the 2009 Ford Taurus Limited trim is its 18-inch chrome alloy wheels. Inside, upgrades are mostly centered around the driver’s seat, which is now leather, heated, and 8-way adjustable with lumbar support. The driver now also enjoys a memory system, which governs the driver’s seat, power heated mirrors, and power-adjustable pedals. The passenger seat is also heated leather, comes with 4-way power, and folds flat. The AM/FM/6-CD/MP3 changer still comes with satellite radio, but now offers an iPod adapter, Bluetooth, and voice recognition, and comes with integrated controls on the leather-wrapped tilt steering wheel. A rear-obstacle-detection system is now standard, as well as a universal garage door opener and dual-zone automatic climate control. Power windows and doors come with remote keyless and keypad entry. The visor mirrors are illuminated, and the rearview mirror has an automatic day/night function. The headlights are automatically activated by the intermittent front wipers, and along with foglights and a rear defogger, the view should always be clear. A trip computer, tachometer, compass, and outside temperature indicator are all standard. The award-winning Duratec 3.5-liter V6 is mated to a six-speed automatic transmission with traction control included. A center console splits the front buckets and leads to the split-folding rear. Safety features with the Limited trim include four-wheel antilock disc brakes with brake assist and an anti-skid system, a tire pressure monitor, a theft-deterrent system, dual front, front side, and curtain side airbags, the last of which come with rollover deployment.

The Taurus Limited AWD pushes power to all four 18-inch chrome alloy wheels via its 3.5-liter Duratec V6, regulated by a six-speed automatic transmission and standard traction control. Leather upholstery is included for the 8-way power driver’s bucket with lumbar adjustment, the fold-flat 4-way power passenger bucket, and the split-folding rear seats. Mirrors and front seats are heated. A memory system controls the driver’s seat, mirrors, and power-adjustable pedals. A leather-wrapped tilt steering wheel has controls for the upgraded AM/FM/6-CD/MP3 changer that comes with satellite radio, an iPod adapter, Bluetooth, and voice recognition. Dual-zone automatic climate controls keep you comfortable, and a rear-obstacle-detection system will prevent you from running over the bike your kid left in the driveway. A universal garage door opener, power mirrors, windows, and door locks are all standard, as well as remote keyless and keypad entry. A center console provides storage, and a trip computer, tachometer, compass, and outside temperature indicator add convenience. Illuminated visor mirrors mean you can make sure you look as good as your vehicle, and an automatic day/night rearview keeps everything in sight regardless. The intermittent front wipers activate the headlights automatically and are joined by foglights and a rear defogger. Safety features with the Limited AWD trim include four-wheel antilock disc brakes with brake assist and an anti-skid system, a tire pressure monitor, a theft-deterrent system, dual front, front side, and curtain side airbags, the last of which come with rollover deployment.