2006 Ford Taurus
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| Total: | 13 reviews |
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| Excellent | 2 reviews | |
| Very Good | 5 reviews | |
| Average | 4 reviews | |
| Poor | 0 reviews | |
| Terrible | 2 reviews |
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The biggest change to the 2006 Ford Taurus is the loss of the wagon model and the Duratec DOHC V6 engine. Available only as a four-door mid-sized sedan, there are two trims -- the SE and SEL. Both come with a 153-hp, 3.0-liter V6 and 4-speed automatic. Unable to compete with foreign sedans in its class, the previously popular, but outdated family sedan was quickly supplanted by the snazzier Ford Fusion and more upscale Five Hundred.
The Taurus is far from flashy and offers the most basic functional features. Its highlight is its roomy interior, which can hold up to six passengers. While the base model SE comes with power features, cruise control, and keyless entry, the SEL upgrades the look with wood accents, a power driver's seat, and a CD player. The 2006 Taurus earns top ratings for front impact, thanks to dual front airbags, but only earns three stars for side impact. Front-side airbags can be added, along with ABS and traction control. Bundled packages adds more luxuries, such as leather seats, a power passenger seat, and a CD changer, and a rear spoiler can be added to cut through the exterior blandness of the front-wheel drive sedan.
The 2006 Taurus may be showing its age, and it never achieved the cult status of the Honda Accord, but it has proved to be a fairly reliable sedan over the years, despite suffering from rapid depreciation. Acceleration can be labored, and some drivers report inadequate brakes and brake shudder, but the comfort, features, and passenger room are still highlights. 2006 will be the last year for the Taurus until 2008, when the Five Hundred and Fusion will be revived under the Taurus name.
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| Excellent | 2 reviews | |
| Very Good | 5 reviews | |
| Average | 4 reviews | |
| Poor | 0 reviews | |
| Terrible | 2 reviews |
“Slow”
didnt want the car in the first place it kinda just was parked in the driveway. Its not exciting it just gets you where you need to go. Id rather have a 5.0 mustang or a 350 Z which im gonna buy. More
“Driver's Ed Car”
Yes..... I did drive one of these. It was my Driver's ed car which at the time was the best car I'd ever driven. ;) Believe it or not, this car is actually not that bad. Not the most powerful or best... More
“07 Taurus”
Decent ride, Midsize has plenty of room for fighting children in the back. Classic Taurus styling throughout. Nothing fancy, just a practical car that gets you where you want to go. I actually have ... More
“A Great Ford Car”
For a Ford, it's not really that bad of a car. It handled really well and I liked it. Of course it was only a rental until my Sunfire got fixed. The performance was great but maybe it's because I have... More
“2006 Ford Taurus”
I bought this car wrecked and i am in the process of fixing it up. It will be for sale immediatly after i am done. It has the 3.0 and 41,000 miles and it pretty plane jane. It does get good gas mile... More
“Ordinary Car, But Drives Smooth, Looks Plain”
It has almost no engine, the handling and amount of space avilable in the car is excellent. It is cheap, and an excellent first car for me. More
“The Car That Will Never Die”
this 2006 model of the Ford Taurus is safe and reliable. After several years of development the NEW 2008 Taurus is even better than ever More
“It's A Good Everyday Driver”
We bought this to rack the miles up, it's purely a commuter. It gets great gas mileage, not just for it's size, but in general. It has plenty of power and it's comfortable. It isn't the prettiest ca... More
“An Absolutely Shocking Car!”
I had the misfortune of having one of these as a hire car last year. The one I was given had a fairly low mileage on the clock but felt like it had been severely abused. The steering wheel was off cen... More
“Good Car, Just Too Big.”
Good power and performance, sleek and spacious, but has horrible visibility. More
2006 Ford Taurus Trims
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2006 Ford Taurus Articles from Around the Web
- www.epinions.com — So long, old friend...Read 6 owner reviews of the 2006 Ford Taurus... More
- www.nhtsa.dot.gov — NHTSA crash ratings for the 2006 Ford Taurus... More
- carsurvey.org — Comfortable, affordable transportation... More
- www.fueleconomy.gov — Fuel economy guide for the 6 cyl, 3 L, Automatic (4 speed) 2006 Ford Taurus... More
- www.edmunds.com — Overview of the 2006 Ford Taurus including summary opinions on the car... More
- www.edmunds.com — Individual user reviews of the 2006 Ford Taurus... More
- www.edmunds.com — Edmunds Editorial Ratings for the 2006 Ford Taurus... More
- www.edmunds.com — JD Powers quality ratings for the 2006 Ford Taurus... More
- consumerguideauto.howstuffworks.com — Road test ratings for the 2006 Ford Taurus SE... More
- www.carsurvey.org — Boring Grandma Car!!!...Owner review and comments about the 2006 Ford Taurus SE... More
- www.edmunds.com — Great car for the money...Owner reviews of the 2006 Ford Taurus SE... More
- www.carsurvey.org — Comfortable, affordable transportation...Owner review and comments on the 2006 Ford Taurus SEL... More
- www.edmunds.com — Safety ratings and features of the 2006 Ford Taurus SEL... More
- www.edmunds.com — Reliable and good value...Owner reviews of the 2006 Ford Taurus SEL... More
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