Used 2005 Ford Taurus Consumer Reviews
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Good car for the money
Sally E, 07/03/2006
2005 Ford Taurus SE 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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Really good bargain for the money. I bought it new and have had no problems whatsoever. First Ford I've owned, and will most likely buy another one.
So far, so good
annm78, 03/18/2010
2005 Ford Taurus SE 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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Bought this car with 34k miles on it 2.5 years ago. Now has 53k and have had no trouble with it so far. Keep hearing about transmission problems, but haven't had any. Hubby wonders if it has something to do with the fact that it takes 3 seconds to shift gears. I try to be really gentle on acceleration and make sure to wait before taking off when shifting out of park or neutral. Interior is roomy - lots of legroom in the front and back. Like the sunroof and the car itself is attractive. I average 20-22 mpg. 18 straight city and ~27 highway. We like the flex fuel option, but lose 25% fuel economy, so we don't use it.
Great Car!
Deidre, 08/08/2006
2005 Ford Taurus SE 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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I purchased a Taurus in the in mid-2005 and couldn't be happier. It has nice torque for its class and has great styling. Decent, not great fuel economy. Overall great value!
Good car!
Nick645, 06/15/2004
2005 Ford Taurus SEL 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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The vehicle is a good car....yet it only looks good in Black with black out windows and a spoiler because every other way they look plain i sugest that color and other than that its a good car with a suprizing amount of power.
Disappointed With MPG
desoto44, 07/04/2008
2005 Ford Taurus SEL 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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I purchased this SEL model in October 2005 with 22,000 miles on it. I am very happy with the quality and styling of this car, but am extremely disappointed with the MPG and ride. I have an identical 99 Taurus that gets 25 MPG city/highway. The 05 struggles to get 20 MPG. The dealer told me the lower mileage was due to the fact this is a "Flex-Fuel" model, burns hotter, and nothing could be done to improve it. So buyer beware of Flex-Fuel models. Also the handling is great but you feel every bump. If I purchase another Taurus it will definitely not be a flex-fuel version.
Exceeds Expectations
mppppm, 05/20/2009
2005 Ford Taurus SEL 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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Bought used three years ago with 22,000 miles. Now has 96K + and I've had no problems at all. It averages 27 mpg highway. I haven't even done routine maintenance - just regular oil changes, a new battery and plugs ... and it keeps on going. I love this car!
happy with world class auto
dan perrier, 06/02/2004
2005 Ford Taurus SE 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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car competes with all others in price, room, power, driveability, fuel mileage, good looks, reliability. this is our 5th ford taurus. hope to see the new 500.
Typical Ford family sedan
spidermann59, 01/19/2008
2005 Ford Taurus SEL 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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This car reminds me of the family cars I grew up with. The all around everyday, and the two week summer vacation crusier. Room for everybody and everything. The power is there when you need. Handles well. Brakes well. Excellent value. Easy maintainence.
It's a typical Ford
Katey, 06/24/2004
2005 Ford Taurus SE 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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Gas mileage is PITIFUL!! 16.5/city, 17.8/hwy -- AND the gas gauge needle would not go all the way to FULL -- very aggravating! And no OOMPH!! Very "bogged down" when getting onto xprsway. Other than that, it is comfortable, lots of leg room ALL around. Radio isn't the greatest... Air/defrost fan works well; rear defrost coils don't. The pull up/apart feature of the armrest/cup holder, etc. (between the front seats) is not very well designed -- too many little spaces to keep clean. And the "pull tabs" on the back seats to "enlarge" cargo room (or hide small possessions from view easily??) are silly and very obvious!
Ford Taurus
ellen, 07/22/2004
2005 Ford Taurus SEL 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
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Car is ver comfortable and easy to drive. Has enough luxurgy to suit most people. Excellent sound system in the CS player and radio. Mileage is good. Car runs well, starts easily even in very cold weather. Good vehicle