2001 Ford Taurus LX review from North America

The brakes have come to squeal regularly, and though we have had them done, they continue to do so.

The turn radius is such that it requires a 3-point turn on a normal 2-lane or neighborhood street.

The car's turn signals tend to shut themselves off to our frustration. I think that is a safety issue. There are certain angles of the steering wheel (very commonly used angles at stops) where the signal will not stick on. It just comes right back to center position.

This is a low car, and sometimes that limits your visibility on the road.

The car is dependable, powerful, front-wheel drive and great on snow. It has an uncanny ability to pretend it's a truck, e.g. carrying rocking chairs in the back seat, bringing home a new bed on top, etc. Safe seatbelts, dual front airbags. Front & rear defrost work superbly.

It's extremely family-friendly and child-friendly; there is plenty of room in the back seat, and it has six child-restraint latches plus 3 top anchors. Its seat slope is appropriate for most child carseats. The car has a large storage capacity, including large trunk, large glovebox, large center console, and a cupholder that makes allowance for a handle on your cup.

Its stock sound system is clear, with realistic voices and enough bass. It has great pickup, the heater is strong, the seats are comfortable with plenty of legroom.

The car feels well-built, heavy and sturdy, but not unwieldy. Fully loaded with adult passengers, the vehicle still maneuvers easily and has good pickup. It's a low car, flat and not likely to roll over. Easy to drive!