Used 2008 Ford Taurus
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2008 Ford Taurus Overview
2008 Ford Taurus Pricing
2008 Ford Taurus pricing starts at $3,275 for the Taurus SEL Sedan 4D, which had a starting MSRP of $23,995 when new. The range-topping 2008 Taurus Limited Sedan 4D starts at $2,100 today, originally priced from $27,980.
Original MSRP | KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
$23,995 | $3,275 | |||
$27,980 | $2,100 |
The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 2008 Ford Taurus models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.
Taurus Consumer Sentiment
Owners give this generation Ford Taurus (2008-2009) a 4.7 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 94% recommend it. These figures are based on 157 consumer reviews, like these:
What Owners are Saying About the 2008 Ford Taurus
"NICE!!"
"We purchased a Limited Taurus over a month ago. We drove it over 1300 miles from Ohio to North Carolina. Great comfort and gas milage! We got 28.5 mpg going between 70 - 75 miles per hour in the mountains! I also get 22 driving around town. I traded in a Ford Exporer for this car and I'm very glad I did. It's so runny and comfortable. The 6-speed transmission is so smooth and has plenty of power. I love this car!"
"Big Ride for Meduim Car"
"I traded in my gas hog F150 for a new Taurus and couldn't be happier. The mileage is even better then listed, I just got back from a 400 mile trip and averaged over 31 MPG. The car rides like a dream and has a lot of room in it for a mid range sized vehicle. The trunk is larger then any I have seen. I looked at the Accord, Sonanta, Altima and Impala and none of them gave the ride and comfort that the Taurus has. I couldn't be more pleased with it."
"Nice car, but Freeze Plug issue at 93000"
"The car has a freeze plug issue. Upon determining that this needs to be repaired, I am told that it is necessary to change out the water pump and chain that drives it. Problem is, water pump is buried inside the motor. Rather than an external pump (which is most common), Ford engineers determined that putting it IN the engine was a good idea. I guess from a profit standpoint for Ford, it may have been a good financial move. However, from a consumer standpoint, this repair will likely cost me more than double what it would if the pump were external. Overall very disappointed in that fact - AND in the fact that Ford refuses to stand by it. Other than that, this is a beautiful car, roomy, comfortable, good in the snow and adverse conditions, safe and overall very nice."
Overall 2008 Ford Taurus Quality
User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 2008 Ford Taurus is above average for its class. Owners rated the 2008 Ford Taurus quality a 4.7 out of 5.
2008 Ford Taurus Reliability
The 2008 Ford Taurus receives an average consumer rating of 4.7 overall and a 4.8 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.
Favorite 2008 Taurus Features
According to drivers of the 2008 Taurus, here are some of its best features:
- Comfy, roomy, powerful, great gas mileage
- Everything
- Comfort, Roomy
- Comfortable and Roomy
- Great mpg interstate and stylish looks
2008 Ford Taurus MPG by Trim
2008 Taurus Limited Sedan 4D - city 18 MPG - hwy 28 MPG
2008 Taurus SEL Sedan 4D - city 18 MPG - hwy 28 MPG
2008 Taurus Safety
NHTSA Safety Rating
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the 2008 Ford Taurus front-side driver crash test rating is 5 out of 5 stars. The front-side passenger crash test rating is 5 out of 5.
2008 Ford Taurus Safety Features
- Child Door Locks
- Child Seat Anchors
- Driver Airbag
- Passenger Airbag
- Stability Control
- Traction Control
- Emergency & Security Services
- Front Head Curtain Airbag
- Front Side Airbag
- Rear Head Curtain Airbag
- Rear Parking Sensors
2008 Ford Taurus
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2008 Ford Taurus Values and Prices
Style | Trade-In Value | Private Party Value | Fair Purchase Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
$850 | $1,750 | $2,100 | |||
$1,525 | $2,850 | $3,275 |
2008 Ford Taurus Depreciation
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2008 Ford Taurus Annual Depreciation
Year | Vehicle Depreciation* | Resale Value | Trade-In Value | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2023 | $344 | $3,504 | $1,442 | ||
2024 | + $10 | $3,514 | $1,452 | ||
2025 | $493 | $3,021 | $846 | ||
Now | $1,271 | $1,750 | $850 |
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2-Year Forecasted Depreciation
*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.
2008 Ford Taurus Depreciation
Annual Depreciation is an estimation of what your vehicle's value might be over time based on an average of similar vehicles. Estimations are calculated by comparing Kelley Blue Book Private Party Values of vehicles similar to yours over time, as well as forecasts from Manheim Auction data comparing current and projected auction values against current Kelley Blue Book Private Party and Trade-In Values. This is not a guarantee of actual depreciation. Local weather conditions, market factors and driver performance will also impact your vehicle's actual depreciation.
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Specifications
Dimensions, Weights & Capacities
Curb Weight | 3643 lbs. | ||
|---|---|---|---|
EPA Passenger | 108.0 cu.ft. | ||
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 39.6 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 41.3 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 5 | ||
Overall Length | 201.8 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 57.8 inches | ||
Towing Capacity, Maximum | 1000 lbs. | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 21.2 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 41.0 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 112.9 inches | ||
Width with mirrors | 74.5 inches |
Exterior
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Fog Lights | Available | ||
Moon Roof/Sun Roof | Available | ||
Number of Doors | 4 doors |
Fuel Economy
City | 18 mpg | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Highway | 28 mpg | ||
Combined | 22 mpg |
Mechanical
Drivetrain | FWD | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Transmission Type | Automatic | ||
6 speed | Available | ||
Recommended Fuel | Regular |
Performance
Horsepower | 263 @ 6250 RPM | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Torque | 249 @ 4500 rpm | ||
Engine | V6, 3.5 Liter |
Warranty
Basic | 3 years / 36000 miles | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Powertrain | 5 years / 60000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 5 years / Unlimited miles |
Entertainment
Interior
Seating
Security
Technology
2008 Ford Taurus Safety
Safety Features & Technology
Crash Test Rating
Compare to Similar Vehicles
 Used 2008 Ford Taurus |  Used 2008 Dodge Avenger |  Used 2009 Chrysler Sebring |  Used 2008 Mercury Sable | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $2,100 | $2,200 | $2,125 | $1,575 | |
| Consumer Rating | 4.7 | 4.2 | 4.0 | 4.8 | |
| Fuel Economy | City 18/Hwy 28/Comb 22 MPG | City 21/Hwy 30/Comb 24 MPG | City 21/Hwy 30/Comb 24 MPG | City 18/Hwy 28/Comb 22 MPG | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | |
| Horsepower | 263 @ 6250 RPM | 173 @ 6000 RPM | 173 @ 6000 RPM | 260 @ 6250 RPM | |
| Engine | V6, 3.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter | V6, 3.5 Liter | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
2008 Ford Taurus Rankings
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