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2004 Ford Taurus

2004 Ford Taurus Rebates and Incentives

Prices and Incentives

Dealer Price:
$19,945 - $23,890

Original MSRP:
$18,480 - $21,831

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NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS
Overall Safety Rating

Frontal crash ratings:
Driver: *  *  *  *  Passenger: *  *  *  *  * 

Side crash ratings:
Driver: *  *  *  Rear Passenger: *  *  * 

Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash and 38.5 MPH side crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver and passenger belts and airbags.

NHTSA ROLLOVER RESISTANCE RATING: *  *  *  * 

The Rollover Resistance Rating is an estimate of your risk of rolling over if you have a single vehicle crash. It does not predict the likelihood of that crash. The Rollover Resistance Rating utilizes a "fishhook" maneuver which is a series of abrupt turns at varying speeds to see how "top-heavy" a vehicle is. The more "top-heavy" the vehicle, the more likely it is to roll over. The lowest rated vehicles (1-star) are at least four times more likely to roll over than the highest rated vehicles (5-stars).
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2004 Ford Taurus Review
"Slight revisions to front and rear styling are the only 2004 changes of note for Ford's best-selling line of sedans and wagons. Taurus comes in LX, SE, SES, and SEL model groupings. The wagons are available in only SE and SEL trim. All have automatic transmission and a 3.0-liter V6. The engine makes 201 hp in SE/SES Duratec models and the SEL sedan, 155 hp elsewhere, though the 201-hp version is optional on the SEL wagon. Antilock brakes are standard on SEL and SES models, optional on other models. Wagons have rear disc brakes vs. drums for sedans. Depending on model, Taurus sedans offer a 3-passenger front bench seat for 6-passenger capacity or two front buckets for 5-passenger capacity. Wagons do the same, but also offer an optional 2-passenger rear-facing 3rd-row seat for up to 8-passenger capacity. Traction control, head-and-torso front side airbags, and power-adjustable pedals are optional on all but the LX sedan. Mercury sells a retrimmed Taurus as the Sable."
Warranty Information
Basic: 3 Years/36,000 Miles
Recalls Issued
US NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID 04V330000
Mfg's Report Date 07/06/2004
Component SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST
Number of Units Affected 24,277
Summary CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH POWER ADJUSTABLE SEATS MAY HAVE BEEN INADEQUATELY WELDED.
Consequence THE SEAT MAY NOT PERFORM AS INTENDED DURING A CRASH WHICH COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY.
Remedy DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE UPPER SUPPORT ASSEMBLY ON THE POWER SEATS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 20, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
Notes CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

2004 Ford Taurus Models & Prices

2004 Ford Taurus LX
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
4dr Sdn LX $19,945 $18,480 $301 / Month*
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2004 Ford Taurus SE
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
4dr Sdn SE $20,335 $18,631 $304 / Month*
4dr Wgn SE $21,765 $19,919 $325 / Month*
4dr Wgn SE Duratec $22,460 $20,544 $335 / Month*
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2004 Ford Taurus SES
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
4dr Sdn SES $21,805 $19,954 $325 / Month*
4dr Sdn SES Duratec $22,500 $20,580 $336 / Month*
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2004 Ford Taurus SEL
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
4dr Sdn SEL $23,740 $21,696 $354 / Month*
4dr Wgn SEL $23,890 $21,831 $356 / Month*
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2004 Ford Taurus Features and Standard Equipment

EPA FUEL ECONOMY RATINGS Features
LX SE SES SEL
City 19/hwy 26 (3.0L engine/4-speed auto trans) • • • •
City 20/hwy 27 (3.0L engine/4-speed auto trans)   • • •
EXTERIOR Features
LX SE SES SEL
Automatic halogen headlamps       •
Black pwr mirrors • • •  
Black rocker panel moldings • • • •
Color-keyed body-side protection moldings • • • •
Color-keyed fascia • • • •
Color-keyed pwr mirrors       •
Flip-up tailgate glass w/gas cylinder assists   •   •
Front/rear color-keyed bumpers • • • •
Front/rear color-keyed bumpers w/rear step pad   •   •
Keypad entry system       •
Luggage rack w/adjustable crossbar, tie-downs   •   •
Rear spoiler     •  
Rear window wiper/washer   •   •
Security approach perimeter lighting       •
Solar-tinted windows • • • •
Variable intermittent windshield wipers • • • •
INTERIOR Features
LX SE SES SEL
60/40 split fold-down rear seat   •   •
Air conditioning • • •  
Air conditioning w/electronic automatic temperature control       •
Center console w/cupholders, cassette storage • • • •
Cloth seating surfaces • • • •
Cloth-covered sun visors w/covered illuminated vanity mirrors     • •
Cloth-covered sun visors w/covered vanity mirrors • •    
Delay-off dome lamp • • • •
Driver/passenger side rear grab handles • • • •
Dual auxiliary pwr points • • • •
ETR AM/FM stereo radio w/cassette, 6-disc CD changer-inc: (4) speakers       •
ETR AM/FM stereo radio w/cassette-inc: (4) speakers   •    
ETR AM/FM stereo radio w/CD player-inc: (4) speakers     •  
ETR AM/FM stereo radio-inc: (4) speakers •      
Fixed rear seatback • •    
Fixed whip antenna • • • •
Front ashtray • • • •
Front bench seat w/dual recliners, center console, armrest, map pockets, 2-way head restraints • • • •
Front door/ashtray/luggage compartment courtesy lights • • • •
Front reclining bucket seats w/center armrest, storage console, map pockets, 2-way head restraints       •
Front/rear floor mats • • • •
Gauges-inc: temp, fuel, trip odometer, million mile odometer, tachometer, 110 MPH electronic speedometer • • • •
Leather-wrapped steering wheel     • •
Liftgate-activated cargo courtesy light w/on/off automatic settings   •   •
Light group-inc: map, dual-beam reading & dome • • • •
Load floor tie downs   •   •
Perimeter anti-theft system       •
Pwr 6-way driver seat w/manual lumbar     • •
Pwr adjustable pedals   •   •
Pwr automatic antenna   •   •
Pwr door locks • • • •
Pwr windows w/lock out switch, driver-side express down • • • •
Rear floor heat ducts • • • •
Rear window defroster • • • •
Remote keyless entry   • • •
SecuriLock passive anti-theft system (coded key) • • • •
Speed control   • • •
Tilt steering column • • • •
Trunk grocery bag hooks • • • •
Under-floor/right-rear quarter storage compartment   •   •
Warning lights-inc: airbags, door ajar, battery, oil pressure, service engine soon, seat belt reminder, low fuel • • • •
Wood trim-inc: center stack, instrument panel, door switch bezels       •
MECHANICAL Features
LX SE SES SEL
130-amp alternator • • • •
16" 5-spoke painted aluminum wheels     •  
16" 7-spoke machined aluminum wheels       •
16" steel wheels w/locking wheel covers • •    
18.0 gallon fuel tank w/tethered quick-release gas cap • • • •
3.0L DOHC SMPI 24-valve V6 Duratec engine   • • •
3.0L SOHC SMPI 12-valve V6 Vulcan engine • • • •
4-speed automatic transmission w/OD • • • •
4-wheel anti-lock braking system     • •
58 amp/hr low-maintenance battery w/battery saver • • • •
Engine block heater *STD on retail vehicles only in AK, MN, ND, SD, MT, WI & WY. Optional on fleet vehicles* • • • •
Front stabilizer bar • • • •
Front wheel drive • • • •
Front/rear stabilizer bar   •   •
Independent MacPherson strut front suspension • • • •
Independent quadralink rear suspension w/struts • • • •
Independent short/long arm rear suspension-inc: gas shocks, progressive-rate springs   •   •
Mini spare wheel/tire • • • •
P215/60R16 all-season tires • • • •
Pwr 4-wheel disc brakes   •   •
Pwr front disc/rear drum brakes • • • •
Pwr rack & pinion steering w/variable assist • • • •
NOTE Features
LX SE SES SEL
**ALL STANDARDS ARE 2004 UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED** • • • •
SAFETY Features
LX SE SES SEL
Child-safety rear door locks • • • •
Child-seat tether anchors w/latch on rear seating position • • • •
Driver & front passenger Second Generation dual stage airbags • • • •
Emergency inside trunk release • • • •
Fuel shutoff switch deactivates fuel pump upon rear impact • • • •
Outboard lap/shoulder safety belts w/adjustable D-rings • • • •
Safety belt pretensioners • • • •

2004 Ford Taurus Options and Addition Equipment

ADDITIONAL OPTIONS Options
LX SE SES SEL
5-SPOKE PAINTED ALUMINUM WHEELS   •    
60/40 SPLIT-FOLD REAR SEAT   • •  
ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM • •    
DURATEC PKG -inc: Duratec engine, 6-disc CD changer, MACH premium sound system, 5-passenger seating w/floor console       •
ETR AM/FM STEREO RADIO W/CASSETTE -inc: (4) speakers •      
ETR AM/FM STEREO RADIO W/CASSETTE/6-DISC CD CHANGER     •  
ETR AM/FM STEREO RADIO W/IN-DASH CD PLAYER   •    
HEATED MIRRORS W/SECURITY APPROACH LAMPS   •    
HOMELINK       •
LEATHER WRAPPED STEERING WHEEL     •  
LUXURY & CONVENIENCE PKG -inc: auto-dimming rearview mirror w/compass, heated exterior mirrors       •
LUXURY & CONVENIENCE PKG -inc: auto-dimming rearview mirror w/compass, heated exterior mirrors, security approach lamps     •  
LX SPEED CONTROL/CASSETTE PKG -inc: speed control, AM/FM stereo cassette •      
MACH PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM     • •
NO CHARGE PWR SLIDING MOONROOF PKG DISCOUNT *DISCOUNT*     • •
NO CHARGE PWR SLIDING MOONROOF PKG REGIONAL PROCESSING CODE -inc: 13B pwr sliding moonroof (REQ: Atlanta Region)     • •
NO CHARGE PWR SLIDING MOONROOF PKG REGIONAL PROCESSING CODE -inc: 13B pwr sliding moonroof (REQ: Cincinnati, Chicago, Twin Cities or Kansas City Region)     • •
NO CHARGE REAR SPOILER PKG DISCOUNT *DISCOUNT*   •    
NO CHARGE REAR SPOILER PKG REGIONAL PROCESSING CODE -inc: 13K rear spoiler (REQ: Detroit Region)   •    
PRICED DORA • • • •
PWR ADJUSTABLE PEDALS   • • •
PWR PASSENGER SEAT (REQ: L_ Two-tone Leather Seating Surfaces & 15B Side Impact Airbags)       •
PWR SLIDING MOONROOF     • •
REAR SPOILER (N/A w/184 6-passenger Seating)       •
REAR SPOILER (REQ: 186 5-Passenger Seating)   • •  
SE SUPER PKG -inc: SE value pkg, anti-lock braking system, rear spoiler, 5-passenger seating (REQ: Boston, New York, Philadelphia or Washington Region)   •    
SE SUPER PKG DISCOUNT (REQ: 66A SE Super Pkg) *DISCOUNT*   •    
SE SUPER PKG DISCOUNT REGIONAL PROCESSING CODE (REQ: 66A SE Super Pkg)   •    
SE VALUE PKG -inc: pwr driver seat, ETR AM/FM stereo radio w/6-disc CD changer   •    
SEL SUPER PKG -inc: Mach premium sound system, two-tone premium leather seating surfaces, rear spoiler, wood steering wheel & shift knob (REQ: Denver Region)       •
SEL SUPER PKG DISCOUNT (REQ: 66K SEL Super Pkg) *DISCOUNT*       •
SEL SUPER PKG DISCOUNT REGIONAL PROCESSING CODE (REQ: 66K SEL Super Pkg)       •
SEL WOOD PKG -inc: real wood/leather trimmed steering wheel, faux wood shift knob       •
SEL WOOD PKG -inc: real wood/leather trimmed steering wheel, faux wood shift knob (w/186 5-passenger seating REQ: 53D Duratec Pkg)       •
SES SUPER PKG -inc: rear spoiler, pwr sliding moonroof (REQ: Detroit Region)     •  
SES SUPER PKG DISCOUNT (REQ: 66G SES Super Pkg) *DISCOUNT*     •  
SES SUPER PKG DISCOUNT REGIONAL PROCESSING CODE (REQ: 66G SES Super Pkg)     •  
SES WOOD PKG -inc: real wood/leather trimmed steering wheel, faux wood shift knob, wood accents on front door trim panels/console/ instrument panel     •  
SIDE IMPACT AIRBAGS   • • •
SPORT PKG -inc: 5-spoke sport wheels, two-tone cloth sport seats, sport edition badging on fender/floor mats, pewter brush finish on floor console/instrument panel surround (REQ: 186 5-passenger Seating, 13K Rear Spoiler & 46S 60/40 Split-fold Rear Seat) (N/A w/N_ Leather Seating Surfaces or 17W SES Wood Pkg) *Affects Color Availability*     •  
TRACTION CONTROL     • •
TRACTION CONTROL (REQ: 552 Anti-lock Braking System)   •    
WAGON COMFORT PKG -inc: pwr driver seat, pwr adjustable pedals   •    
WAGON GROUP -inc: 3rd row seat, cargo cover   •   •
EMISSIONS Options
LX SE SES SEL
CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS *Required on units for CA, ME, MA, NY or VT registration. Optional for Cross-Border States* • • • •
CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS NOT REQUIRED *For units shipped or sold to California Emissions States dealers for registration out of state* (REQ: Standard Emissions) • • • •
CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS STATES PUBLIC SERVICE/ EMERGENCY VEHICLE EXEMPTION *Only available on units sold to authorized government units & privately-owned ambulance companies* (REQ: 423 Emissions) • • • •
NON-CALIFORNIA/NON-NORTHEAST STATES/NON-CROSS BORDER STATES DEALER ORDER FOR CALIFORNIA OR NORTHEAST STATES REGISTRATION *Required on all units ordered by dealers for California Emissions States registration when the vehicle is being delivered to non-California/ non-Cross-Border States location. Vehicles must be registered California Emissions States* (REQ: 422 Emissions) • • • •
STANDARD EMISSIONS • • • •
ENGINE Options
LX SE SES SEL
3.0L DOHC SMPI 24-VALVE V6 DURATEC ENGINE (REQ: 53D Duratec Pkg)       •
3.0L DOHC SMPI 24-VALVE V6 DURATEC ENGINE (STD)     • •
3.0L DOHC SMPI 24-VALVE V6 DURATEC ENGINE (STD) (REQ: 552 Anti-lock Braking System)   •    
3.0L SOHC SMPI 12-VALVE V6 FFV ENGINE • • •  
3.0L SOHC SMPI 12-VALVE V6 VULCAN ENGINE (STD) • • • •
PAINT Options
LX SE SES SEL
CLEARCOAT PAINT (STD) • • • •
REGION Options
LX SE SES SEL
ATLANTA REGION     • •
BOSTON REGION   •    
CALIFORNIA REGION     • •
CHICAGO REGION     • •
CINCINNATI REGION     • •
DENVER REGION       •
DETROIT REGION   • •  
KANSAS CITY REGION     • •
MEMPHIS REGION     • •
NATIONAL REGION   • • •
NEW YORK REGION   •    
NORTHWEST REGION     • •
ORLANDO REGION     • •
PHILADELPHIA REGION   •    
PITTSBURGH REGION     • •
SOUTHWEST REGION     • •
TWIN CITIES REGION     • •
WASHINGTON REGION   •    
SEAT TYPE Options
LX SE SES SEL
CLOTH SEATING SURFACES (STD) • • • •
CLOTH SEATING SURFACES (STD) (REQ: 184 6-Passenger Seating)       •
DARK CHARCOAL LEATHER SEATING SURFACES     •  
LEATHER SEATING SURFACES       •
LEATHER SEATING SURFACES (REQ: 46S 60/40 Split-Fold Rear Seat)     •  
NO CHARGE LEATHER PKG DISCOUNT *DISCOUNT*     • •
NO CHARGE LEATHER PKG REGIONAL PROCESSING CODE -inc: L_ two-tone leather seating surfaces (REQ: Atlanta Region) (N/A w/K_ Cloth Seating Surfaces)       •
NO CHARGE LEATHER PKG REGIONAL PROCESSING CODE -inc: L_ two-tone leather seating surfaces (REQ: California, Orlando, Pittsburgh, Memphis, Southwest or Northwest Region) (N/A w/K_ Cloth Seating Surfaces)       •
NO CHARGE LEATHER PKG REGIONAL PROCESSING CODE -inc: N_ leather seating surfaces (REQ: Atlanta Region) (N/A w/K_ Cloth Seating Surfaces)     • •
NO CHARGE LEATHER PKG REGIONAL PROCESSING CODE -inc: N_ leather seating surfaces (REQ: California, Orlando, Pittsburgh, Memphis, Southwest or Northwest Region) (N/A w/K_ Cloth Seating Surfaces)     • •
SEATING ARRANGEMENT Options
LX SE SES SEL
5-PASSENGER SEATING -inc: front bucket seats, floor console/floor shift   • •  
5-PASSENGER SEATING -inc: front bucket seats, floor console/floor shift (REQ: 53D Duratec Pkg & N_ Leather Seating Surfaces)       •
5-PASSENGER SEATING -inc: front bucket seats, floor console/floor shift (STD)       •
6-PASSENGER SEATING -inc: flip-fold center seating console/column shifter (STD) • • • •
6-PASSENGER SEATING -inc: flip-fold center seating console/column shifter *CREDIT*       •
SERIES ORDER CODE Options
LX SE SES SEL
LX ORDER CODE •      
SE DURATEC ORDER CODE   •    
SE ORDER CODE   •    
SEL ORDER CODE       •
SES DURATEC ORDER CODE     •  
SES ORDER CODE     •  
TIRES Options
LX SE SES SEL
P215/60R16 ALL-SEASON TIRES (STD) • • • •
TRANSMISSION Options
LX SE SES SEL
4-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION W/OD (STD) • • • •

2004 Ford Taurus Technical Specifications

Brakes
LX SE SES SEL
Brake ABS System 4-Wheel 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes Yes Yes Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or )
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 10.9 x 1.0 10.9 x 1.0 10.9 x 1.0 10.9 x 1.0
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)
Cargo Area Dimensions
LX SE SES SEL
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in) N/A 38.3 N/A 38.3
Cargo Volume to Seat 1 (ft) N/A 81.3 N/A 81.3
Cargo Volume to Seat 2 (ft) N/A 38.8 N/A 38.8
Cargo Volume to Seat 3 (ft) N/A N/A
Trunk Volume (ft) 17.0 17.0 17.0 17.0
Engine
LX SE SES SEL
Displacement 3.0L/182 3.0L/182 3.0L/182 3.0L/182
Engine Type Gas V6 Gas V6 Gas V6 Gas V6
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 155 @ 4900 155 @ 4900 155 @ 4900 200 @ 5650
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 185 @ 3950 185 @ 3950 185 @ 3950 200 @ 4400
Exterior Dimensions
LX SE SES SEL
Height, Overall (in) 56.1 56.1 56.1 56.1
Length, Overall (in) 197.6 197.6 197.6 197.6
Min Ground Clearance (in) 5.4 5.4 5.4 5.4
Wheelbase (in) 108.5 108.5 108.5 108.5
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 73.0 73.0 73.0 73.0
Fuel Tank
LX SE SES SEL
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) 18.0 18.0 18.0 18.0
Steering
LX SE SES SEL
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) 2.68 2.68 2.68 2.68
Steering Type Pwr Rack & Pinion Pwr Rack & Pinion Pwr Rack & Pinion Pwr Rack & Pinion
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) 39.7 39.7 39.7 39.7
Suspension
LX SE SES SEL
Suspension Type - Front MacPherson Strut MacPherson Strut MacPherson Strut MacPherson Strut
Suspension Type - Rear Quadralink Quadralink Quadralink Quadralink
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) w/Coil Springs w/Coil Springs w/Coil Springs w/Coil Springs
Tires
LX SE SES SEL
Front Tire Size P215/60R16 P215/60R16 P215/60R16 P215/60R16
Rear Tire Size P215/60R16 P215/60R16 P215/60R16 P215/60R16
Transmission
LX SE SES SEL
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Trans Description Cont. Automatic w/OD Automatic w/OD Automatic w/OD Automatic w/OD
Trans Type 4 4 4 4
Vehicle
LX SE SES SEL
Front Head Room (in) 40.0 40.0 40.0 40.0
Front Leg Room (in) 42.2 42.2 42.2 42.2
Front Shoulder Room (in) 57.3 57.3 57.3 57.3
Passenger Capacity 5 5 5 5
Passenger Volume (ft) 104.7 104.7 104.7 104.7
Second Head Room (in) 38.1 38.1 38.1 38.1
Second Leg Room (in) 38.9 38.9 38.9 38.9
Second Shoulder Room (in) 56.6 56.6 56.6 56.6
Weight Information
LX SE SES SEL
Base Curb Weight (lbs) 3336 3336 3316 3316

2004 Ford Taurus Safety Features

Safety Features
Driver & front passenger Second Generation dual stage airbags
Outboard lap/shoulder safety belts w/adjustable D-rings
Safety belt pretensioners
Child-seat tether anchors w/latch on rear seating position
Child-safety rear door locks
Fuel shutoff switch deactivates fuel pump upon rear impact
Emergency inside trunk release
4-wheel anti-lock braking system
News Reports & Reviews
NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS
NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS

Frontal crash ratings:
Driver: *  *  *  *  Passenger: *  *  *  *  * 

Side crash ratings:
Driver: *  *  *  Rear Passenger: *  *  * 

Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash and 38.5 MPH side crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver and passenger belts and airbags.

NHTSA ROLLOVER RESISTANCE RATING: *  *  *  * 

The Rollover Resistance Rating is an estimate of your risk of rolling over if you have a single vehicle crash. It does not predict the likelihood of that crash. The Rollover Resistance Rating utilizes a "fishhook" maneuver which is a series of abrupt turns at varying speeds to see how "top-heavy" a vehicle is. The more "top-heavy" the vehicle, the more likely it is to roll over. The lowest rated vehicles (1-star) are at least four times more likely to roll over than the highest rated vehicles (5-stars).