2001 Ford Taurus SE review from North America
"Great value and comfort in a reasonably priced car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
At approximately 15,000 miles, a sensor failed for the EGR system. This was covered by the warranty and was promptly repaired (apparently, there is TSB out on this).
I also had to replace the brake light switch located on the pedal at 52,000 miles.
Cassette player on radio failed at 53,000 miles.
General comments?
This car handles fairly well and has excellent safety features.
Spares are cheap (brake light switch was $17.00) and so are the operating costs.
Excellent gas mileage (highway 26 mpg)
Decent power and comfort features.
Maintaining the transmission (AX4N) on this model has been a priority for me as I don't feel like changing the transmission any time soon... (service regularly, use synthetic fluid).
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| 2000 - Taurus SES 4 Door Sedan DOHC 24V The best car purchase that I have ever made in my life! |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.0 Duratec Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 25 miles |
| Most recent distance | 53000 miles |
| Previous car | Isuzu Rodeo |
| Date of Entry | 23rd January, 2004 |