2003 Ford Taurus Review
Fuel Economy
19 - 21 mpg
Summary
What Edmunds.com says
If you value feature content and domestic origin more than build quality and predicted future worth, the Ford Taurus is a great car to consider.
Pros
Excellent value for the money, high level of safety equipment and crash protection, available as a sedan or a wagon.
Cons
Rental car stigma, poor expected resale value, not as refined as most other midsize sedans.
What's New for 2003
New for 2003, the SEL trim level offers a unique instrument cluster with a satin-finish background, as well as Imola leather trimmed seats and dark wood trim. You can now get a real wood- and leather-trimmed steering wheel, and you'll want to note that power windows and locks, as well as tilt steering and floor mats, are standard on all models.
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
It's My Baby!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Ford Taurus SES 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Review
I will probably keep this car until parts are no longer available for it. It handles well, seats comfortably, and rides magnificently. The only thing I would change about it would be a llittle better gas mileage, but I can overlook that for the rest of what it does. It's my baby!
Favorite Features
The ride, the way it handles.
Suggested Improvements
Gas mileage
Very Reliable
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 5 | Fun-to-Drive: | 4 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 4 | Interior Design: | 6 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 6 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Ford Taurus SE 4dr Wagon (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Review
This is a decent, reliable car. Bought it 2 yrs old, at 36k miles for $ 9000, have driven it to about 129k, with no issues. So far I have spent about 250 for a water leak, brakes and oil changes. This car has been very reliable, a workhorse and inexpensive. Have gotten on an average 25 mpg for combined city and highway.
Favorite Features
Trunk size.
Suggested Improvements
More power.
Should I by a Ford Taurus
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 4 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Ford Taurus SEL Deluxe 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Review
Grandpa car? maybe? but I never had a problem with it. I change the oil semi regularly and only one break change in 7 years. Only one problem with heater/ac fan but it was covered by Ford. The was my first Ford and wont be my last. Buy American
Favorite Features
runs well
Suggested Improvements
none
Ford. Come on, you can do better!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 6 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 7 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Ford Taurus SE 4dr Wagon (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Review
I bought it used for 2 years but it was very low in millage. When the car was 6-7 years old, Out of the blue, the transmission just blew in the Highway. I was disappointed. Everything was perfect for a long time. We love American cars at home but it disappointed us every single time. We bought a new Hyundai Sonata recently.
Favorite Features
It was good until 62K. Then the trans blew.
Suggested Improvements
Ford and other American car makers. Shape up! Just endure our use/abuse until 120K please. Anything nowadays blew before 120K is just too early.
Disappointed
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 4 | Fun-to-Drive: | 5 | Build Quality: | 4 |
| Comfort: | 5 | Interior Design: | 5 | Reliability: | 2 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
Vehicle
2003 Ford Taurus SES 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
Review
I purchased this vehicle with only 8000 miles...after 1 yr it started having problems that dealership doesn't know who to fix. Now it getting dangerous. It stalls out & start back up...all electrical comes on with a loud pop, the car dies and starts back up. I almost had a wreak because the steering shuts down during this time and I was not able to complete the turn. Reviewing the web others have had this problems too. I took it to the dealership many times but they could not find out what was causing it. This is the last Ford I will buy.
Favorite Features
I like the design & color.
Suggested Improvements
Educated you mechanics on how to fix problems like I described above. Seats are not comfortable after awhile the down pump up and when they do they hurt your back. Body is like paper if barely bumped with another vehicle.
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