2003 Ford Taurus Consumer Reviews Page 7
Fuel Economy
19 - 21 mpg
Recent Consumer Reviews
(111 Total Reviews)
Supprisingly Powerfull
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 7 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Ford Taurus SES 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Review
I bought this car used with 4000 miles and now it has 8000. So I haven't had it long but I have been suprisingly happy. It seems to have a very good power kick and rides rather smooth. Very roomy, especially the trunk. Handles well for a mid-priced sedan. The Taurus has much more room, features and power for the money. The items I don't like are the front end design (which has been around forever) and the Tachometer is an ancient style that is hard to read at night. And probably worst of all is that annoying seat belt warning indicator that won't stop ringing unless you have your belt on at all times when the car is moving.
Favorite Features
Engine power, Handling, Ride, Roominess, Price
Suggested Improvements
Front end design, Tachometer, Seat Belt Warning indicator.
A Steal of a Deal
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Ford Taurus SES 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Review
Bought this car last month in the waning days before Christmas and have been more than satisfied. Leather, moonroof, 16,000 miles, and an extra 6 year powertrain warranty for $13,200? If you're smart, go to your Ford dealer and find one of the certified cars just as I did. Ignore sticker price (mine said $21,395). If you want to avoid the rental car look, opt for the floor shift, leather and moonroof and you'll be sitting pretty. These cars can be found all over and as long as you're not picky about color (grey and white only), you'll save thousands. As for the resale value, if you intend on keeping the car for 8-10 years, does it really matter?
Favorite Features
Good performance in accleration and speed, dated exterior still looks sharp, leather is surprisingly firm and comfortable, moon/sunroof is a blessing when it's warm.
Suggested Improvements
Update the radio and climate controls, bigger glovebox, steering wheel audio controls standard on SES and SEL.
Not a bad car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Ford Taurus SES 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Review
Overall it's a good car, the price was right I only paid $16,500 for it brand new fully loaded with a sunroof. I went to Nissan, Honda and Toyota and they couldn't even offer me a deal like that. Not to mention that they didn't even offer any good rebates or military discount. So I highly recommend this car to anyone. It's a great family car. By the way I'm not some old person I'm 24 years old. I just like practical stuff out of life.
Favorite Features
CD PLAYER, SUNROOF, SAFETY AND PRICE
Suggested Improvements
Give the vulcan motor a little more power
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
Great for the money
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 6 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Ford Taurus SEL Deluxe 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Review
This is a decent all around car for the price. The SEL Deluxe package makes this car stand apart from the bread and butter Hertz rental car look. It's classy with wood and chrome accents... a poor mans Lincoln. I sold a 1996 Volvo 850 GLT for this because it was available on a company plan. I have no regrets, the Ford is far more reliable and packs a lot more punch under the hood. Paid $19,500 on X plan with a rebate and think it is worth every penny.
Favorite Features
6 disc in cabin CD changer, moonroof, adjustable pedals, Puddle lamps under mirrors, dimming rearview mirror. Lighted cruise and power window buttons. 200HP engine. Has way more rear seat legroom than most competitors. More than a BMW 528/530/540.
Suggested Improvements
All disc brakes... Rear drums on an '03?? Some areas of fit and finish, although not terrible. Needs heated seat option.
03 Wagon Good Performance, Poor Quality
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 5 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 5 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Ford Taurus SE 4dr Wagon (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Review
Stylish, good highway acceleration and excellent handling. Exterior luggage hardware, and support runners had multiple crackings in the middle rivet holes within 2 months of purchased. Oil pan gasket defect produced intolerable burning oil smell when heater, ventilation is turned on.
Favorite Features
Suggested Improvements
Exterior hardware quality. The position of Interior Windshield Reflective mirror is too low to obstruct line of sight when making right turns or driving on local streets curving to right.
Great Family Car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Ford Taurus LX 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Review
This is a great car. I bought the base model LX because I wanted a mid size no- frills car with a solid reputation and good looks. The finish while not made of expensive materials is tasteful and well laid out. The paint job is awesome! All controls are where they should be. The base engine while not a tire burner has adequate smooth power delivery. This car like every one I have owned has its quirks. When cold the clutch is grabby. The AC system puts out the occasional weird smell during Oregons rainy season. It would be nice to have heat to the windows without having to have the AC on. The trunk release seems a little cheap.
Favorite Features
The finish is clean and conservative but current. A sixth seat up front is great when we have a visiting relative to cart around. We regularly average upwards of 30 mpg hi-way. Ford did a great job of making this car feel like I spent more than I did.
Suggested Improvements
More power, Cruise control, a CD player, and resolution of the issues above are about it. I didnt buy a $30,000 car, I know that. I did, however, get what I paid for.
Tom1861
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Ford Taurus SES 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Review
Just purchased my second Taurus. Like the feel and ride. Would buy again.
Favorite Features
Leather interior and good pick up when needed on the highway.
Suggested Improvements
None
J. A. "Geno" Stork
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 7 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Ford Taurus LX FFV 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Review
I FIND THIS TAURUS TO BE AN EXCELLENT AUTOMOBILE. IT'S FUN TO DRIVE, HANDLES REAL NICE AND VERY LITTLE ROAD NOISE. ONE THING I REALLY HATE IS CLEANING THE INSIDE WINDSHIELD. A VERY SMALL MIDGET WOULD BE AN EXCELLENT IMPROVEMENT. ONE PROBLEM I HAD RECENTLY WAS THE IGNITION KEY WAS INSERTED AND WOULD NOT TURN, EITHER WAY. I PUT IT IN AND PULLED IT OUT ABOUT SIX TIMES BEFORE I COULD START THE CAR. NO FURTHER PROBLEM WITH IT...THANK GOD.
Favorite Features
CONTROLS: EASY TO FIND, ESPECIALLY IN THE DARK. RIDE: QUITE SMOOTH
Suggested Improvements
MORE COMFORTABLE SEATS AND BETTER TILT CONTROL.
2nd Taurus
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 5 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 5 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 5 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Ford Taurus SEL Deluxe 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Review
Got great deal but made mistakes!!!! Ford offer a teaser rate got two k off that. But I thought I was getting a fully loaded SEL and after purchased out found out that the passenger seat was not powered and ford had eliminated the center heating and air conditioning unit for rear passengers. This is my Second Taurus and just use for work. The deal was great the buying experience bad. My mistake I didn't check the options list. Also didn't ask for the full spear tire. The car value disapears as soon as you drive it off the lot.
Favorite Features
ptice
Suggested Improvements
to many pricing options
2003 Taurus SEL
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Ford Taurus SEL Deluxe 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Review
Traded a great Chrysler Concorde for the Taurus, not disappointed in any way. Excellent ride, handling, quietness and comfort.....I am in sales and purchase my own cars, I can put 700 miles on in a day and feel comfortable in a multitude of driving positions....sound system is excellent.....would not hesitate to recommend to anyone including Honda owners....I have had 6 Honda Accords and this Taurus equals any of them!
Favorite Features
Fit and finish is excellent, coupled with the extreme lack of road noise and superb ride and handling, I am very satisfied
Suggested Improvements
any improvements I could suggest would be nitpicking
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