1990-1995 Ford Taurus: Overview
Updated: 12/17/09
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Pros
- Acceleration (V6)
- Antilock brakes (optional)
- Handling/roadholding
- Passenger and cargo room
- Ride
Cons
- Acceleration (4-cylinder)
- Fuel economy (V6)
- Radio controls
Vehicle Highlights
Launched to great fanfare for 1986, the Mercury Sable looks similar, but the midsize sedans shared no sheetmetal. Both mix contemporary design with a spacious interior. Starting in 1990, a driver-side airbag was standard on all Taurus models. A 4-cylinder engine continued to power the L and GL sedans, but wagons held a 3.0-liter V6. At LX level, sedans used the 3.0-liter V6, while the wagon benefited from a 3.8-liter V6.A high-performance SHO version, introduced for '89, carries a 220-horsepower twin cam V6 that was built in Japan from a Yamaha design, plus all-disc brakes and 5-speed manual shift. No automatic transmission was available, but antilock braking was added during the SHO's 1990 season. ABS was optional on other sedans.
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Expert Ratings Summary (view detailed report)
| Category | Ford Taurus LX sedan 3.8-liter Rating | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | 5 | |
| Fuel Economy | 4 | |
| Ride Quality | 5 | |
| Steering/Handling/Braking | 5 | |
| Quietness | 5 | |
| Controls/Materials | 5 | |
| Interior Room | 6 | |
| Room/Comfort (rear) | 4 | |
| Cargo Capacity | 4 | |
| Value within Class | 5 | |
| Total Score: | 48 |
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