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2008 Ford Taurus X

2008 Ford Taurus X Rebates and Incentives

Prices and Incentives

Dealer Price:
$27,030 - $32,600

Original MSRP:
$24,942 - $29,955

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).
See all Safety Rating Results
2008 Ford Taurus X Review
The 2008 Ford Taurus X is an SUV that is offered in 6 trims. These trims range from the SEL FWD to the Limited AWD. The Ford Taurus X is a 4-door, 7-passenger sport-utility vehicle. The SEL FWD comes with a 3.5-liter, V6, 263-hp engine and the Limited AWD has a 3.5-liter, V6, 263-hp engine. All trims have a 6-speed automatic transmission. The 2008 Ford Taurus X is refashioned from 2007 and carries a 36,000mi/36 month basic warranty.

The top of the line Ford Taurus X AWD Limited comes with all of the following features as standard: battery saver, front/rear power outlets, safety airbags, child safety door locks, emergency fuel shut-off, ABS brakes, AWD, alloy wheels, interior spare tire, stereo with CD player/changer, keyless entry, remote controls/releases, vehicle anti-theft, power decklid, anti-lockout, rear wiper, folding/heated/power adjustable exterior mirrors, illuminated vanity mirrors, bumper step-up, dual climate controls, rear HVAC ducts, cruise control, trip computer, compass, temperature gauges, steering wheel mounted controls, leather steering wheel, tilt steering column, adjustable foot pedals, driver/passenger power folding seats with memory/lumbar and heat, leather interior, automatic halogen headlights, fog lights, windshield wiper activated headlights and a load bearing exterior rack. Not all of these features are standard on the other trims of the Ford Taurus X.

Premium upgrades include an electronic parking aid; chrome wheels, a navigation aid, second row sound controls, DVD player, remote ignition, power sunroof, power trunk lid and genuine wood trim.

The base starting price for the 2008 Ford Taurus X is $26,615.
Warranty Information
Basic: 3 Years/36,000 Miles
Recalls Issued
US NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID 16V247000
Mfg's Report Date APR 26, 2016
Component AIR BAGS
Number of Units Affected 695
Summary Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Ford Flex, 2008 and 2010-2012 Ford Taurus, 2008-2009 Ford Taurus X, 2008 Mercury Sable, 2009 and 2011 Lincoln MKS vehicles. The driver frontal air bag may improperly inflate during second-stage deployment in the event of a high speed crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence An improperly inflated air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the driver's frontal air bag module, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on June 13, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16C06.
Notes Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

2008 Ford Taurus X Models & Prices

2008 Ford Taurus X SEL
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
4dr Wgn SEL FWD $27,030 $24,942 $407 / Month*
4dr Wgn SEL AWD $28,880 $26,607 $434 / Month*

2008 Ford Taurus X Eddie Bauer
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
4dr Wgn Eddie Bauer FWD $29,770 $27,408 $447 / Month*
4dr Wgn Eddie Bauer AWD $31,620 $29,073 $474 / Month*

2008 Ford Taurus X Limited
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
4dr Wgn Limited FWD $30,750 $28,291 $461 / Month*
4dr Wgn Limited AWD $32,600 $29,955 $488 / Month*

2008 Ford Taurus X Features and Standard Equipment

EPA FUEL ECONOMY RATINGS Features
SEL Eddie Bauer Limited
City 15/hwy 22 (3.5L engine/6-speed auto trans)
City 16/hwy 24 (3.5L engine/6-speed auto trans)
EXTERIOR Features
SEL Eddie Bauer Limited
2-tone painted cladding  
Body-color heated folding pwr mirrors w/puddle lamps  
Body-color painted door handles  
Body-color w/chrome accent heated folding pwr mirrors w/puddle lamps, memory    
Chrome accent door handles    
Chrome Tri-bar grille
Fixed interval intermittent windshield wipers
Fog lamps
Keyless entry keypad w/Autolock
Monochromatic body-color painted cladding    
Perimeter lighting
Privacy glass on 2nd/3rd row windows & liftgate
Quad reflector halogen headlamps    
Quad reflector halogen headlamps w/wiper activation & auto on/off  
Roof rack
Solar tinted glass
INTERIOR Features
SEL Eddie Bauer Limited
(12) total cupholders
(2) coat hooks
(3) retractable roof grab handles
(4) auxiliary pwr points
2nd & 3rd row reading lamps
2nd row 40/40 reclining bucket seats w/fold-flat seat back    
2nd row 40/40 reclining bucket seats-inc: fore-aft adjustable comfort tracks, fold-flat seat back  
2nd row floor console w/cupholders & storage    
3rd row fold-into-floor bench seat    
Accessory delay
Adjustable pedals    
Air conditioning w/rear seat HVAC ducts    
AM/FM Audiophile stereo w/6-disc in-dash CD changer-inc: clock, MP3 capability, subwoofer, audio input jack    
AM/FM stereo w/6-disc in-dash CD changer-inc: clock, MP3 capability, audio input jack    
AM/FM stereo w/CD player-inc: clock, audio input jack    
Cargo area grocery bag hooks
Cargo area light
Carpeted 1st & 2nd row floor mats
Cloth seat trim    
Dual-zone auto climate control w/rear seat HVAC ducts  
Dusk grey appearance applique on center stack    
Electrochromic rearview mirror
Front bucket seats-inc: 6-way pwr driver seat w/manual lumbar, 2-way manual passenger seat w/fold-flat seat back, adjustable head restraints    
Front bucket seats-inc: 8-way pwr driver seat w/manual lumbar, manual fore/aft passenger seat w/fold-flat seat back, adjustable head restraints    
Front row center console w/armrest, storage, (2) cupholders
Front seatback pockets
Heated front bucket seats-inc: 8-way pwr driver seat w/memory, 4-way pwr passenger seat w/fold-flat seat back/manual lumbar, adjustable head restraints    
Illuminated entry
Instrument panel storage bin
Instrumentation-inc: tachometer, lamp outage, low washer fluid, low oil pressure, fuel cap, oil change, door ajar, liftgate ajar & low coolant
Leather-wrapped shift knob
Leather-wrapped steering wheel w/audio controls
Locking, damped glove box
Map pockets & bottle holders in four door panels
Message center/trip computer w/compass
Outside temp display  
Overhead console w/dome light, (2) maplights, conversation mirror & sunglass holder
Perforated leather seat trim    
Perimeter alarm
Premium Sound Pkg-inc: sound isolation
Pwr door locks
Pwr windows w/driver one-touch up/down feature
Rear window defroster
Remote keyless entry w/(2) fobs
Reverse sensing system    
SecuriLock passive anti-theft system
Sliding sun visors w/illuminated vanity mirrors
Speed control w/steering-wheel mounted controls
SYNC voice activated communications & entertainment system-inc: Bluetooth capability, steering wheel controls, USB port, audio input jack  
Tilt steering column
Two-tone leather seat trim    
Vinyl 3rd row 50/50 split fold-into-floor bench seat  
Woodgrain appearance applique on center stack & door trim  
MECHANICAL Features
SEL Eddie Bauer Limited
17" 8-spoke bright aluminum wheels    
18" 5-spoke bright aluminum wheels  
3.5L SMPI 24-valve V6 Duratec engine
4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS)
6-speed automatic transmission
AdvanceTrac electronic stability control system
All wheel drive
Battery saver feature
Chrome exhaust tips
Engine block heater *STD on retail vehicles only in AK, MN, ND, SD, MT, WI & WY. Optional on fleet vehicles*
Front & rear stabilizer bars
Front wheel drive
Independent Macpherson strut front & multilink rear suspension
Mini spare tire
P215/65R17 BSW tires    
P225/60R18 BSW tires  
Pwr 4-wheel disc brakes
Pwr rack & pinion steering
Traction control
SAFETY Features
SEL Eddie Bauer Limited
2nd & 3rd row Safety Canopy w/rollover sensor
Child safety rear door locks
Driver & front passenger dual stage air bags w/front passenger occupant sensor
Driver/front passenger Belt Minder system
Dual note horn
Front side-impact air bags
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren)-inc: (2) in 2nd row, (1) in 3rd row
Personal Safety System (PATS)-inc: seat belt pretensioners, load-limiting retractors, driver seat position sensing & crash severity sensing

2008 Ford Taurus X Options and Addition Equipment

ADDITIONAL OPTIONS Options
SEL Eddie Bauer Limited
18" CHROME WHEELS  
2ND ROW CONSOLE DELETE    
2ND ROW FLOOR CONSOLE (REQ: 6-Passenger Seating)  
3RD ROW 50/50 SPLIT FOLD-IN-FLOOR BENCH SEAT    
AUXILIARY CLIMATE CONTROL  
AUXILIARY CLIMATE CONTROL (REQ: 87B Interior Convenience Pkg)    
DVD FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT CENTER W/(2) WIRELESS HEADPHONES  
DVD FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT CENTER W/(2) WIRELESS HEADPHONES (REQ: 87B Interior Convenience Pkg)    
HEATED SEATS W/2-LEVEL CONTROL    
HEATED SEATS W/2-LEVEL CONTROL (REQ: D_ Perforated Leather Seat Trim, 87B Interior Convenience Group, 87A Interior Pwr Pkg)    
INTERIOR CONVENIENCE GROUP -inc: AM/FM 6-Disc CD Changer w/MP3 playback, auto headlamps w/wiper activation, dual zone electronic auto temp control (EATC), outside temp display, cyber carbon instrument & center stack applique    
INTERIOR PWR PKG -inc: 8-way pwr driver seat, pwr adjustable pedals, 4-way pwr passenger seat    
LIMITED CONVENIENCE GROUP -inc: cargo net, pwr adjustable pedals w/memory, HomeLink universal garage door opener *Required on all Stock orders*    
LIMITED ULTIMATE PKG -inc: 2nd row auto-fold heated seats, pwr liftgate (REQ: 6-Passenger Seating)    
LIMITED WOOD PACKAGE -inc: wood steering wheel, wood shift knob *Includes wood appearance applique w/Charcoal Black interior*    
NAVIGATION SYSTEM (REQ: 87B Interior Convenience Group) *Limited Coverage in Fairbanks & Anchorage, AK*    
NAVIGATION SYSTEM *Limited Coverage in Fairbanks & Anchorage, AK*  
PWR LIFTGATE  
PWR MOONROOF *Deletes STD conversation mirror*
REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM  
SATELLITE RADIO -inc: 6-month subscription *N/A in Hawaii or Alaska*
SYNC VOICE ACTIVATED COMMUNICATIONS & ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM -inc: Bluetooth capability, steering wheel controls, USB port, audio input jack, electrochromic rearview mirror    
DEALER INSTALLED OPTIONS Options
SEL Eddie Bauer Limited
ALL-WEATHER BLACK FRONT/REAR FLOOR MATS (DIO)
FRONT MOLDED SPLASH GUARDS (DIO)
POWER CODE REMOTE START SYSTEM (DIO)
PRICED DORA
TRIP TUNES -inc: iPOD portable audio connectivity & charging (N/A w/58N Navigation System or 53M SYNC) (DIO)    
EMISSIONS Options
SEL Eddie Bauer Limited
CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS *Required on units for CA, CT, ME, MA, NY, PA, RI, or VT registration. Optional for Cross-Border States*
CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS NOT REQUIRED (REQ: Standard Emissions) *For units shipped or sold to California Emissions States dealers for registration out of state*
CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS STATES PUBLIC SERVICE/ EMERGENCY VEHICLE EXEMPTION (REQ: 423 Emissions) *Only available on units sold to authorized government units & privately-owned ambulance companies*
NON-CALIFORNIA/NON-CROSS BORDER STATES DEALER ORDER FOR CALIFORNIA STATES REGISTRATION (REQ: 422 Emissions) *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 in California Emissions States*
STANDARD EMISSIONS
ENGINE Options
SEL Eddie Bauer Limited
3.5L SMPI 24-VALVE V6 DURATEC ENGINE (STD)
NOTE Options
SEL Eddie Bauer Limited
** THIS VEHICLE MAY NOT YET BE AVAILABLE FOR CUSTOMER DELIVERY - SEE DEALER FOR DETAILS **    
PAINT Options
SEL Eddie Bauer Limited
SOLID PAINT (STD)
SEAT TYPE Options
SEL Eddie Bauer Limited
CLOTH SEAT TRIM (STD)    
PERFORATED LEATHER SEAT TRIM (STD)  
PERFORATED LEATHER SEAT TRIM -inc: 1st & 2nd row perforated leather seat trim, 3rd row perforated vinyl seat trim (REQ: 47U 3rd Row 50/50 Split Fold-In-Floor Bench Seat)    
SEATING ARRANGEMENT Options
SEL Eddie Bauer Limited
6-PASSENGER SEATING -inc: front & 2nd row bucket seats (STD)
7-PASSENGER SEATING -inc: 60/40 split-fold 2nd row bench seat (N/A w/85B 2nd Row Floor Console) *Deletes STD 2nd row floor console*    
7-PASSENGER SEATING -inc: 60/40 split-fold 2nd row bench seat (REQ: 85A 2nd Row Console Delete) *Deletes STD 2nd row floor console*    
7-PASSENGER SEATING -inc: 60/40 split-fold 2nd row bench seat (REQ: B_ Cloth Seat Trim) (N/A w/85B 2nd Row Floor Console)    
7-PASSENGER SEATING -inc: 60/40 split-fold 2nd row bench seat (REQ: D_ Perforated Leather Seat Trim) (N/A w/85B 2nd Row Floor Console) *Deletes STD 2nd row floor console*    
SERIES ORDER CODE Options
SEL Eddie Bauer Limited
EDDIE BAUER SERIES ORDER CODE    
EDDIE BAUER SERIES ORDER CODE *NO LONGER FACTORY ORDERABLE-SEE DEALER FOR CURRENT AVAILABILITY*    
LIMITED SERIES ORDER CODE *87L Limited Convenience Pkg required for all Stock orders*    
LIMITED SERIES ORDER CODE *NO LONGER FACTORY ORDERABLE-SEE DEALER FOR CURRENT AVAILABILITY*    
SEL SERIES ORDER CODE    
TRANSMISSION Options
SEL Eddie Bauer Limited
6-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (STD)

2008 Ford Taurus X Technical Specifications

Brakes
SEL Eddie Bauer Limited
Brake ABS System 4-Wheel 4-Wheel 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes Yes Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) Yes Yes Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 12.4 x - TBD - 12.4 x - TBD - 12.4 x - TBD -
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 13.0 x - TBD - 13.0 x - TBD - 13.0 x - TBD -
Cargo Area Dimensions
SEL Eddie Bauer Limited
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in) - TBD - - TBD - - TBD -
Cargo Volume to Seat 1 (ft) 85.5 85.5 85.5
Cargo Volume to Seat 2 (ft) 47.0 47.0 47.0
Cargo Volume to Seat 3 (ft) 20.8 20.8 20.8
Engine
SEL Eddie Bauer Limited
Displacement 3.5L/213 3.5L/213 3.5L/213
Engine Type Gas V6 Gas V6 Gas V6
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 263 @ 6250 263 @ 6250 263 @ 6250
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 249 @ 4500 249 @ 4500 249 @ 4500
Exterior Dimensions
SEL Eddie Bauer Limited
Height, Overall (in) 67.6 67.6 67.6
Length, Overall (in) 200.3 200.3 200.3
Min Ground Clearance (in) - TBD - - TBD - - TBD -
Wheelbase (in) 112.9 112.9 112.9
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 74.9 74.9 74.9
Fuel Tank
SEL Eddie Bauer Limited
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) 19.0 19.0 19.0
Steering
SEL Eddie Bauer Limited
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) 3.2 3.2 3.2
Steering Type Pwr Rack & Pinion Pwr Rack & Pinion Pwr Rack & Pinion
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) 40.0 40.0 40.0
Suspension
SEL Eddie Bauer Limited
Suspension Type - Front MacPherson Strut MacPherson Strut MacPherson Strut
Suspension Type - Rear Multilink Multilink Multilink
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) Stabilizer bar Stabilizer bar Stabilizer bar
Tires
SEL Eddie Bauer Limited
Front Tire Size P215/65R17 P225/60R18 P225/60R18
Rear Tire Size P215/65R17 P225/60R18 P225/60R18
Transmission
SEL Eddie Bauer Limited
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Trans Description Cont. Automatic Automatic Automatic
Trans Type 6 6 6
Vehicle
SEL Eddie Bauer Limited
Front Head Room (in) 39.4 39.4 39.4
Front Leg Room (in) 40.8 40.8 40.8
Front Shoulder Room (in) 58.5 58.5 58.5
Passenger Capacity 6 6 6
Passenger Volume (ft) 146.2 146.2 146.2
Second Head Room (in) 39.7 39.7 39.7
Second Leg Room (in) 40.4 40.4 40.4
Second Shoulder Room (in) 58.0 58.0 58.0
Weight Information
SEL Eddie Bauer Limited
Base Curb Weight (lbs) 4033 4033 4033

2008 Ford Taurus X Safety Features

Safety Features
4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS)
Personal Safety System (PATS)-inc: seat belt pretensioners, load-limiting retractors, driver seat position sensing & crash severity sensing
Driver & front passenger dual stage air bags w/front passenger occupant sensor
Front side-impact air bags
2nd & 3rd row Safety Canopy w/rollover sensor
Driver/front passenger Belt Minder system
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren)-inc: (2) in 2nd row, (1) in 3rd row
Child safety rear door locks
Traction control
AdvanceTrac electronic stability control system
Dual note horn
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).