2009 Ford Taurus X
- 2008 Ford Taurus X
- Used Ford Taurus X
in Affordable Full Size Wagons
Based on analysis of 23 Taurus-X reviews and test drives.
Ford Taurus X - What the Auto Press Says
The 2009 Ford Taurus X ranks 3 out of 7 Affordable Full Size Wagons. This ranking is based on our analysis of 23 published reviews and test drives of the Ford Taurus X, and our analysis of reliability and safety data.
With its good power, convenient interior features and great crash test scores, the Ford Taurus X is a good choice for those who put substance over style.
Introduced in 2008, the Taurus X replaced the Freestyle in Ford's lineup and shares its styling cues with the Taurus sedan, which itself replaces the Ford Five Hundred. Confused yet? Despite all the replacement and name changes, one constant is that the Taurus X is a good car. Most reviewers say it's a safe and comfortable crossover wagon with decent power and good room for both passengers and cargo.
Reviewers generally find the Taurus X to be a good value. Its sticker price, says Car and Driver, "puts it in the same territory as the GMC Acadia/Saturn Outlook twins as one of the few relatively affordable, full-size, seven-passenger crossovers on the market."
The Taurus X is available in SEL, Eddie Bauer and Limited trim levels.
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- "The 2009 Ford Taurus X is a good choice for families who want near-minivan functionality in an SUV-ish package." -- Edmunds
- "I am happy to report that I still love my Freestyle, and am even happier to report that Ford has improved on an already great car in the Taurus X." -- Mother Proof
- "Smooth and quiet, the Taurus X, by any other name, remains one of the better people-movers available." -- The Orlando Sentinel
Taurus-X Performance - 7.7 (Good)
The Taurus X offers solid performance, but not one that stands out in its competitive class. Read More
Taurus-X Exterior - NA
In a class of sleek wagons, the Taurus X looks bland. According to Autosite.com, it's "not flashy" in a way that "makes auto journos go giddy," but fits with the Taurus X's overall image of "good old-fashioned transportation." Read More
Taurus-X Interior - 7.9 (Good)
Unlike many full-size wagons, the Ford Taurus X has a usable third row, giving it one of the highest seating capacities in the class. The Taurus X's 50/50 split folding third row is generally appreciated by reviewers. Read More
Taurus-X Safety - 9.9 (Excellent)
The Taurus X performs exceptionally well in both federal government and insurance industry crash tests. What's more, it comes equipped with a wide range of active and passive safety features -- including electronic stability control and three-row side curtain air bags. Read More
Taurus-X Reliability - 6.0 (Mediocre)
The 2009 Ford Taurus X reliability score shown is the Predicted Reliability rating provided by J.D. Power and Associates. This score is based on trending the past three years of historical initial quality and dependability data from J.D. Power's automotive studies, specifically the Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS) and the Initial Quality Study (IQS). The Taurus X comes with a three-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty. Read More
