Everything works well and is easily accessible by the driver. The ford taurus was reengineered and restyled for the 2010 model year. Contributing editor sam smith gets behind the wheel of the refreshed 20 ford taurus sho to see if ford has improved the sedan. It is nicely equipped with features such as sho performance package 3. It has a large trunk and a cushy ride, and the available sync 3 infotainment system is userfriendly.
Side ratings are assigned by the institute based on a test conducted by ford as part of side crash test verification. While on the interstate back home the adaptive cruise control, faulted and caused a warning to appear, as well as a collision avoidance fault. It is fairly reliable and serves well as better than. Has the features i like and almost none of what i dislike. The shos powerful engine is coupled to a 6speed automatic selectshift transmission with paddle shifters, which allow the driver to shift manually to suit the driving conditions. The vehicle was coasted to the side of the road and then towed to an authorized dealer. Find the engine specs, mpg, transmission, wheels, weight, performance and more for the 2012 ford taurus sedan 4d sho awd.
Torquesensing allwheeldrive is standard on the sho and it employs electromechanical clutches to send torque to the wheels with the most grip. Get the most useful specifications data and other technical specs for the 2012 ford taurus 4door sedan limited awd. The driver frontal air bag may improperly inflate during secondstage deployment in the event of a high speed crash. The 2012 taurus sho was far from raucous, but its successor boasts a noticeable reduction in ambient noise levels, thanks to a number of sounddeadening measures such as fabricwrapped roof. Ford taurus sho stocks ecoboost twinturbo v6 with v8 muscle bob plunkett, mon, 02 jan 2012 02. Learn more about price, engine type, mpg, and complete safety and warranty. The 2012 ford taurus sedan is available with front or allwheel drive, and with two v6 engine options. Search over 6,800 listings to find the best local deals.
The ford taurus sho returns for 2012, delivering on the premise that high performance and responsible fuel economy need not be mutually exclusive. A comprehensive dose of refinements for fords flagship sedan. The car uses fords new capless easy fuel system basically a springloaded flap, which helps reduce the amount of fuel vapor escaping into the open atmosphere. A highperformance taurus sho, with a twinturbo v6 engine, is also available. Car and driver reported in their december 1989 issue a top speed of 143 mph 230 kmh. Midway ford company 2777 n snelling 651 6368200 roseville, mn 551.
A special edition of the sho called the plus package became available in late 1990. The center stack flows into the center console at a perfectly driver oriented 38. Learn more about price, engine type, mpg, and complete safety and warranty information. Mirror heated driver side, with blind spot corner glass, chrome. A sixspeed automatic transmission and frontwheel drive are standard, while allwheel drive. The 2015 ford taurus sho has a lot of hightech driver aids. Summary ford motor company ford is recalling certain model year 20092012 ford flex, 2008 and 20102012 ford taurus, 20082009 ford taurus x, 2008 mercury sable, 2009 and 2011 lincoln mks vehicles. Its interior looks and feels older than what youll find with rivals. At last, an affordable and convenient solution to a cracked key fob case. While driving approximately 70 mph, the engine stalled without warning.
Ford taurus 2012, keyless remote case with 4 buttons by dorman. The taurus sho offers 102 more horsepower than the standard taurus v6, thanks to the use of directinjection technology and twin turbochargers. In addition to the standard front sideimpact and fulllength side curtain airbags, the 2012 ford taurus also features fords advancetrac electronic traction and stability control. Every used car for sale comes with a free carfax report. My 2012 ford taurus sho was brought into jones west ford in reno, nevada. Sep 29, 2009 sounds great, but the truth is the standard awd taurus is no frugal sipper, and at 17 mpg city and 25 mpg highway the sho maintains a steadfast addiction to fossil fuels. Get the best deals on seats for ford taurus when you shop the largest online selection at. Save time and money by replacing only the outer caseinstead of the entire electronic assembly. Search over 6,900 listings to find the best local deals. Ford taurus sho 2012, sport front and rear lowering coil springs with 1. A more powerful twinturbo v6 and standard allwheel drive come with the 2012 taurus sho. With 263 horsepower and 249 poundfeet of torque from a 3.
Transmission issues taurus 2012 sho ford taurus forum. Ford leverages many model years of success with large cars in making the 2012 taurus. Oct 15, 2012 2012 ford taurus sho track test drive and quick take. Used 2012 ford taurus sho awd for sale with photos. Select colors, packages and other vehicle options to get the msrp, book value and invoice price for the 2012 taurus sho 4dr allwheel drive sedan. A sixspeed automatic transmission and frontwheel drive are standard, and allwheel drive is available. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 103 2012 taurus models nationwide. Zipping along route 89a, a cliffhugging highway carved into the weaver mountains of arizona, fords powerful taurus sho sedan charts a noskid track around every hard corner. Sounds great, but the truth is the standard awd taurus is no frugal sipper, and at 17 mpg city and 25 mpg highway the sho maintains a steadfast addiction to fossil fuels. May 10, 2012 awd is standard on the sho, which earns fuel economy figures of 17 mpg city and 25 mpg highway.
The 2012 ford taurus, a fullsize sedan, seats five people. The highperformance taurus sho is a sport sedan that doesnt ask its driver to compromise, said bill gubing, chief program engineer. Ford motor company ford is recalling certain model year 2009 2012 ford flex, 2008 and 2010 2012 ford taurus, 20082009 ford taurus x, 2008 mercury sable, 2009 and 2011 lincoln mks vehicles. Jan 23, 2012 this 2012 taurus is for ford enthusiasts looking everywhere for that perfect car. The first generation taurus sho can accelerate from 060 mph in 6. Used 2012 ford taurus for sale with photos cargurus. The 2012 ford taurus and sho are rapid and refined, though often a bit too stoic. The taurus checks in with a massive trunk and a footprint to match, and adds highend luxuries and a performancefocused powertrain. The taurus sho with which the police interceptor shares its turbo powertrain already demonstrates a surprising balance for its weight, so we.
The updated taurus is one of those rare cars in which the center rear seat is actually adulthabitable for more than five blocks. Getting out on the open road, i was interested in trying the adaptable cruise control as it is far more sophisticated than the cable. Allwheel drive is standard with the sho and optional with the naturally aspirated v6. Apr 11, 2012 the 2012 taurus sho was far from raucous, but its successor boasts a noticeable reduction in ambient noise levels, thanks to a number of sounddeadening measures such as fabricwrapped roof. Car and driver reported in their december 1989 issue a top speed of 143 mph 230 kmh a special edition of the sho called the. Search new and used cars, research vehicle models, and compare cars, all online at. However, it hasnt been redesigned in nearly a decade, and that shows. Ford motor company ford is recalling certain model year 20092012 ford flex, 2008 and 20102012 ford taurus, 20082009 ford taurus x, 2008 mercury sable, 2009 and 2011 lincoln mks vehicles. The worst complaints are engine, vehicle speed control, and engine and engine cooling.
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