Used 2010 Ford Taurus Pricing

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Roomy interior, massive trunk, extensive standard and optional features list, smooth and quiet ride, contemporary styling.

Some subpar interior materials, obstructed rear visibility, cumbersome in parking lots.

The Ford Taurus debuted in the 1980s as a midsize sedan that made import manufacturers take notice, and this scrappy welterweight defended its title until age and overseas competition ended its reign. Gone are those early midsize Tauruses, though, replaced by a full-size behemoth with SUV-like characteristics that don't end with its sun-eclipsing dimensions. You sit high and upright in the 2010 Ford Taurus Limited, and you get a 263-horsepower V6 under the hood and tons of luggage space. Its lack of rearward visibility makes you glad for parking aids, and its large turning circle gives you a newfound appreciation for power steering.

Why so big? Well, with Ford's Fusion already battling for midsize sedan supremacy, the 2010 Taurus needed to find its niche. Based heavily on the outgoing Taurus' chassis, the new model is only bigger by a few inches, but its proportions and styling make it seem positively gargantuan in comparison. In lieu of the departed Crown Victoria, the new Taurus seems to fit the "American-made old-guy car" mold quite nicely — in fact, we wouldn't be surprised to see a Taurus-based police cruiser chasing down bad guys in the near future.

With its big-car identity firmly established, the feature-laden 2010 Ford Taurus Limited turns out to be a capable member of a pack that includes the Buick LaCrosse, Chrysler 300 and Hyundai Genesis. For those who pine for the days of massive luxury cars and find the current crop of large sedans too delicate in appearance, the new Taurus is just right for the old-school driver.

Powering our 2010 Ford Taurus test car is a 3.5-liter V6 that produces 263 hp and 249 pound-feet of torque. A six-speed automatic transmission with manual shift control and rev-matched downshifts channels power to the front wheels, with an all-wheel-drive model available at additional cost. The EPA estimates fuel economy at 18 mpg in the city and 27 mpg on the highway, which is on par with the competition's figures. We managed 20 mpg in mixed driving.

Behind the wheel, there's no mistaking the new Taurus for a smaller car. The broad dimensions also come with a heavy curb weight, as the Taurus tips the scales at just over 2 tons. Power is adequate but not impressive — the engine never really feels labored, but it lacks the floodlike oomph we've become accustomed to in other large luxury cars. Our test car accelerated from zero to 60 mph in 7.8 seconds — slower than most other full-size sedans and even some SUVs. Braking is also unimpressive, requiring a lengthy 131 feet to stop from 60 mph, and the soft brake pedal doesn't inspire confidence.

Changes in direction also elicit SUV-like responses from the Taurus, including plenty of lumbering body roll in turns. To its credit, though, the Taurus feels planted and controllable when evasive maneuvers are called for. Steering is well-weighted, but very little feedback is transmitted to the driver's hands. The 2010 Taurus has the honor of being the first Ford-badged model with paddle shifters for its transmission. We suspect this feature will be more of a novelty, given the automatic transmission's penchant for smooth and quick shifts.

Whether on a long highway cruise or in the grind of a daily commute, the 2010 Ford Taurus delivers a smooth and mostly quiet ride that is comparable to top-tier German luxury cars. Only a hint of a mechanical engine growl presents itself when the Taurus is driven hard, while wind and road noise have been reduced to near silence. Road imperfections are rarely felt, although bumps and expansion joints tend to resonate throughout the cabin with muted, low-frequency thuds.

Large, flat and wide is the best description for the Taurus' front seats. Some may initially take issue with the trucklike upright driving position, the short seat cushion and the lack of any discernible side bolstering, but a telescoping wheel and adjustable pedals allow enough customization for most drivers to find an agreeable position. Even after several hours behind the wheel, we found the seats pleasantly cozy.

Rear seats are similarly flat yet comfortable for average-size adults, and these passengers are treated to a commanding forward view thanks to the raised, stadium-style seat. Taller passengers relegated to the backseats will likely curse this elevated seating position, as it forces them to slouch to avoid the roof. Rear legroom is decent, but not nearly as expansive as we'd expect from such a large vehicle.

Our 2010 Ford Taurus Limited test car was packed with plenty of features, some of which help to remedy the car's ills. The thick roof pillars and chunky styling limit side and rear visibility, but our Taurus' rear parking sensors and optional Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) and Cross Traffic Alert mitigated some of the visibility issues. These aids should be used with caution, however.

The Cross Traffic Alert system, for example, helpfully alerts the driver to slow-moving cars and pedestrians while the car is backing up, but notification comes far too late when vehicles approach at boulevard speeds. Our Taurus was also equipped with Adaptive Cruise Control, which uses a front-mounted radar sensor to maintain a driver-adjustable distance from the leading vehicle.

As with most current Ford vehicles, the new Taurus' interior features a button-heavy layout for the audio and climate controls and Sync voice activation, which thankfully makes some of those buttons redundant. Also present on our test car was the standard dot-matrix display screen, which has a decidedly downmarket appearance. The front cupholders ably held supersize drinks, but their central location had a tendency to impede shifter operation when occupied. Despite the quiet cabin, the premium Sony sound system fell short of our expectations due to a slightly muddled sound overall, particularly in the upper registers.

The 2010 Ford Taurus excels as a people hauler, and its massive trunk sweetens the deal with a whopping 20-cubic-foot capacity — enough for our standard golf bag and suitcase plus a side of beef. With this much luggage space, we're doubtful most would need to employ the 60/40-split-folding rear seats very often, but they're there just in case. Rear passenger space is also generous, with ample room for rear-facing child seats, but the outboard LATCH anchors were not centered in line with the seat cushions, resulting in a crooked mounting position.

"Heavy" best describes the new Taurus' imposing dimensions and wide expanses of sheet metal. Front-end styling is aggressive and pleasing, with a variety of trapezoidal elements combining to form a cohesive look, but we took issue with the out-of-place crease in the rear quarter panel. Overall, the exterior should appeal to drivers looking to cast a more substantial shadow on the road.

Inside, the new Taurus exhibits a graceful arching design philosophy that is pleasing to the eye, but less so to the touch. Notably, while the high-quality dash pads are soft and elegantly joined to the high, sweeping center console, the latter consists of hard plastic despite being more likely to be pressed on by hands and knees. Moreover, although the dashboard's massive overhanging twin cowls keep incoming glare in check, the spongy vinyl construction reminds us of a disco-era beanbag chair. To the Taurus' credit, though, all elements are solidly assembled, with few squeaks and rattles.

The 2010 Ford Taurus should appeal to the mature driver who prefers the feel and spaciousness of a road-going yacht over the engagement and athleticism of a sporting sedan. For those with an aversion to higher-riding SUVs, but who still want a substantial vehicle, the Taurus also makes for a fine choice. Taurus fans looking for a bit more excitement should check out the performance-oriented Taurus SHO.

Others To Consider
Buick LaCrosse, Chrysler 300, Hyundai Genesis, Toyota Avalon.

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Price comparisons for used 2010 Ford Taurus trim styles:

The used 2010 Ford Taurus Limited is priced around $9800 with average odometer reading of 108586 miles.

The used 2010 Ford Taurus SE is priced around $7000 with average odometer reading of 77711 miles.

The used 2010 Ford Taurus SHO is priced around $11935 with average odometer reading of 93325 miles.

The used 2010 Ford Taurus SEL is priced around $10347 with average odometer reading of 75624 miles.

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What options are available on the 2010 Ford Taurus?

Available Ford Taurus 2010 Submodel Types: Sedan, Wagon, SHO

Available Ford Taurus 2010 Trims: SES, SEL, SE Fleet, SHO, GL, LX, Limited, SEL Deluxe, SES Deluxe, SE

Exterior Colors: Magnetic Metallic, Shadow Black, Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat, White Platinum Metallic Tri-Coat, Tuxedo Black Metallic, Blue Metallic, Sterling Gray Metallic, Oxford White, White Gold Metallic, Ebony Black, Merlot Clearcoat Metallic, Burgundy Velvet Metallic Tinted Clearcoat, Silver Frost Clearcoat Metallic, Deep Impact Blue, Oxford White Clearcoat, Black Clearcoat, Dark Side Metallic, Ingot Silver Metallic, Red Candy Metallic Tinted Clearcoat, Blue Jeans Metallic, Candy Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat, Dark Shadow Grey Clearcoat Metallic, Kona Blue Metallic, White Suede, Caribou Metallic, Dark Ink Blue Clearcoat Metallic, Deep Impact Blue Metallic, Matador Red Clearcoat Metallic, Smoked Quartz Tinted Clearcoat Metallic, Steel Blue Metallic, Vibrant White Clearcoat, Arizona Beige Clearcoat Metallic, Bronze Fire Metallic Tinted Clearcoat, Chestnut Clearcoat Metallic, Gold Ash Clearcoat Metallic, Kodiak Brown Metallic, Spruce Green Clearcoat Metallic, White Suede Clearcoat, Bordeaux Reserve Red Metallic, Cinnamon Clearcoat Metallic, Dune Pearl Clearcoat Metallic, Gold Leaf Metallic, Green Gem Metallic, Silver Birch Clearcoat Metallic, Silver Frost Pearl Metallic, Sunset Metallic, Titanium Green Clearcoat Metallic, Toreador Red Clearcoat Metallic, Tuxedo Black Clearcoat Metallic, Vermillion Red, Vermont Green

Interior Colors: Charcoal Black leather, Dune cloth, Charcoal Black cloth, Dune premium leather, Charcoal Black/Mayan Gray leather/sueded microfiber, Dune leather, Charcoal Black leather/sueded microfiber, Medium Parchment, Medium Light Stone leather, Black leather, Camel leather, Charcoal Black premium cloth, Light Stone cloth, Light Stone leather, Light Stone premium leather, Medium/Dark Flint leather, Charcoal Black premium leather, Ebony Black leather, Light Stone premium cloth, Medium/Dark Pebble

Popular Features: Remote Start, Heated seats, Mobile Internet, Keyless Entry/Start, Cooled Seats, Apple Carplay/Android Auto, Blind Spot Monitoring, Sunroof/Moonroof, Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel, Aux Audio Inputs, Fold Flat Rear Seats, Post-collision safety system, Power Driver Seat, Rear Bench Seats, Stability Control, Tire Pressure Warning, Trip Computer, Alarm, Auto Climate Control, Multi-Zone Climate Control, Upgraded Stereo, AWD/4WD, Back-up camera, Bluetooth, Parking sensors, USB Inputs, Upgraded Headlights, Lane Departure Warning, Upgraded Engine, Leather Seats, Third-row seating, Adaptive Cruise Control, Automatic Emergency Braking, Navigation

Engine/Mechanics: 6, 4 cylinders

Transmission: AUTOMATIC

Fuel Types: flex-fuel (unleaded/E85), regular unleaded, premium unleaded (recommended)

Drivetrains: front wheel drive, all wheel drive

Used 2010 Ford Taurus Overview

The used 2010 Ford Taurus is offered in the following submodels: Sedan, SHO. Available styles include SEL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A), Limited 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A), and SHO 4dr Sedan AWD (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 6A). Pre-owned Taurus models are available with a 0-liter gas engine, with output up to 0 hp, depending on engine type. The used 2010 Taurus comes with front wheel drive or all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 6-speed shiftable automatic.