2002 Ford Taurus Reviews

The only problem that I have had with my Taurus since purchasing it used in 2010, was that I had a slight vibration in the front at speeds near 55-75 mph. It just turned out to be something loose in the right front; very cheap fix.

I absolutely love my Ford Taurus. It is very quick; the 3.0 DOHC engine Ford put in this car is brilliant. It has lots of pep from a light, and offers great passing ability.

The car is so smooth. While driving around town, I can hardly hear a single thing outside, and when driving over bumps, you hardly can tell you did.

The car gets good gas mileage too; probably would be better if my right foot wasn't so heavy.

All in all, I love this car. It has a lot of features for the money, and at 141,000 well maintained miles, I foresee this car lasting me many, many more. HIGHLY recommended!

Starting motor went out at 95500 kms.

Coolant lines on firewall rusted out at 105000kms.

Battery replaced at 108000kms.

Total brake replacement (pads, rotors) at 130000kms.

Overall, a comfortable & reliable ride.

Springs.

Struts.

Brakes.

Motor mounts.

Door latch.

Coil pack.

Ball joints.

Inner tie rods.

The engine has more than enough power.

Interior is well-appointed, and has comfortable leather seats.

Instrumentation is well positioned.

Steering is precise.

Handling is adequate for a sedan.

Mileage is about 26 mpg on the highway.

- Both front wheel bearings replaced.

- Warps front rotors like crazy replaced four times.

- Left rear window doesn't roll down.

- Rust treated under right rear door.

- A/C compressor seized and replaced.

- Serpentine belt replaced.

This car guzzles gas, averaging about 10.3L/100km doing 90% highway. City, you're looking at over 12L/100 easily. My dads '10 Fusion Sport AWD with 165 more horsepower, which weighs 400lbs more, gets better gas mileage than this boat anchor.

It's very slow. The 3.0L V6 16v only puts out 150hp, which is what most 4 cyl's these days produce. It's about as fast as a Hyundai Accent. If you're really interested in this boat, make sure you get the 24v engine.

It handles like an old Cadillac. Floaty suspension over bumps and turns, with tons of body roll. But it's very comfortable for long trips. The seats are huge and can seat four people very comfortably. This car also has a massive trunk for storage, and tons of leg room.

Interior is hideous, but comfortable. Sound system is complete garbage, like most Fords in this era.

All and all, don't get this car. There are so many better cars on the road. I got mine for free, and I would not buy one for $1000. It's painful to drive. I lasted 8 months with it, and bought a new Fusion with a real 3.0L in it. I just can't take it any more!