2005 Ford Taurus Reviews, Pricing & Specs
Overview
Ford's mid-sized mainstay comes in both sedan and wagon and sees few changes this year. The 2005 Ford Taurus consolidates its trims into...
Ford's mid-sized mainstay comes in both sedan and wagon and sees few changes this year. The 2005 Ford Taurus consolidates its trims into only two offerings, the base SE and the more equipped SEL. Both are offered as a 6-person sedan or wagon, with an optional rear-facing third row seat available for the wagon. The front-wheel drive sedan features two engines, either a standard 3.0-liter V6 that gets 153-hp or a DOHC version that gets 201-hp. Both come with a 4-speed automatic transmission.
The 2005 Taurus is roomier than its competitors, at eight inches longer than the Camry. The sedan trunk holds up to 17 cubic feet, while the wagon expands from 38 to 81 cubic feet with the seats down. The base sedan is well outfitted with power features, cruise control, remote entry, and a cassette player, while the SEL adds a power driver's seat, a CD player and the now standard wood trim on the console, steering wheel and shifter. With dual front airbags, the 2005 Taurus gets four and five stars on frontal crash tests, but only three stars on side impact tests. ABS brakes, and traction and stability control are all optional.
Owners report that they like the gas mileage, roomy interior, and smooth ride of the Taurus, but say that there can be some engine shudder and acceleration is not that great. Resale value is not that great for the 2005 Ford Taurus.
What owners say
"Overall, owners find the 2005 Ford Taurus to be a reliable and practical choice. Many appreciate its comfort, decent power, and low maintenance costs. However, some feel the car lacks excitement in terms of performance and styling, with average handling and a less-than-smooth ride compared to newer models. Despite its shortcomings with gas mileage and seat comfort on long drives, many would recommend it for everyday use due to its affordability and reliability."
The car is very comfortable in the front and back with alot of leg room and storage. The trunk is also pretty big. Its overal just a solid, inexpensive car that doesn't look too bad. It did ride too bad either. Its not as smooth as newer cars, of course, but it's actually more smoothe than i thought it would be.
June 12, 2012. Over all it has been a true blue vehicle that has NEVER let us down. Not a mechanical problem ever and not any other problem. Steady, friendly car to own. We have no squacks with this nice Ford. And it cleans up good.
March 8, 2012Not the prettiest thing, but it's very functional. Good on gas for a V6, and quite reliable from what I observed. However, the seats are kind of uncomfortable, I wouldn't want to drive for hours on end in it. Overall, not bad, not the worst car I've driven for sure.
February 20, 2010What owners say
The car is very comfortable in the front and back with alot of leg room and storage. The trunk is also pretty big. Its overal just a solid, inexpensive car that doesn't look too bad. It did ride too bad either. Its not as smooth as newer cars, of course, but it's actually more smoothe than i thought it would be.
June 12, 2012. Over all it has been a true blue vehicle that has NEVER let us down. Not a mechanical problem ever and not any other problem. Steady, friendly car to own. We have no squacks with this nice Ford. And it cleans up good.
March 8, 2012Not the prettiest thing, but it's very functional. Good on gas for a V6, and quite reliable from what I observed. However, the seats are kind of uncomfortable, I wouldn't want to drive for hours on end in it. Overall, not bad, not the worst car I've driven for sure.
February 20, 2010A dependable,easy to drive sedan,easy to park,excellent transportation,rides highway speed easily and smoothly.Low maintenance costs and the 3 litre V6 is fuel efficient.A practical transportation choice,that is also a comfortable ride.Nice fit and finish on body and interior.Larger back seat passengers need to watch out for banging head on door frame when entering vehicle.
October 15, 2009Good acceleration... top speed is good... nice to have something to drive to events... and not have to ask your parents all the time... could've been faster... but it is a ford...i love this car all way around. but its not a gt
December 12, 2009Trims & specs
Base MSRP $24,205 | Seating 7 |
Engine N/A | Cargo Capacity N/A |
Combined MPG N/A | Drivetrain N/A |
Base MSRP $21,885 | Seating 6 |
Engine 3.0L 153 hp V6 | Cargo Capacity 0.0 cu ft |
Combined MPG 21 | Drivetrain FWD |
Base MSRP $23,815 | Seating 5 |
Engine 3.0L 153 hp V6 | Cargo Capacity 0.0 cu ft |
Combined MPG 21 | Drivetrain FWD |
Base MSRP $23,215 | Seating 8 |
Engine 3.0L 153 hp V6 | Cargo Capacity N/A |
Combined MPG 20 | Drivetrain FWD |
