1996 Ford Taurus Reviews, Pricing & Specs
What owners say
"Overall, drivers appreciate the reliability and comfortable ride of the 1996 Ford Taurus. Many fondly recall its performance, especially its ability to accelerate well for a heavier sedan and its impressive cargo space. However, some drivers expressed concerns over its fuel economy and handling, finding it underpowered and less fun compared to sportier options. While it’s seen as a dependable family car, some drivers wished for better aesthetics and performance."
I built this car from the ground up in 2 weeks. I stripped the wagon down to the bare shell, then swapped in everything from my 96 Smashed SHO sedan including full wiring harness and dash. Then I had one of 2 SHO wagons registered in America and Canada. Fun and awesome car that could hall around 7 people. This car rode like it was on rails with SARC struts on the front and H&R springs. It also had 17 x 8 Mille Miglia M11 rims with 245/45/17 rubber. It was a complete SHO in a wagon body so it was a total sleeper. This pic was from the All Ford show that it was entered in.
February 21, 2010It's my first car, so she's my baby. For being 12 years old, she runs great. No big problems have arisen, and it gets great gas mileage. Maintenance is basic oil changes and checking tire pressure. I don't have to keep tabs on it. I love driving it. It's all purple leather interior, and it's gorgeous. The people before me took great care of her.
October 9, 2008it is fast and runs smooth
May 23, 2008What owners say
I built this car from the ground up in 2 weeks. I stripped the wagon down to the bare shell, then swapped in everything from my 96 Smashed SHO sedan including full wiring harness and dash. Then I had one of 2 SHO wagons registered in America and Canada. Fun and awesome car that could hall around 7 people. This car rode like it was on rails with SARC struts on the front and H&R springs. It also had 17 x 8 Mille Miglia M11 rims with 245/45/17 rubber. It was a complete SHO in a wagon body so it was a total sleeper. This pic was from the All Ford show that it was entered in.
February 21, 2010It's my first car, so she's my baby. For being 12 years old, she runs great. No big problems have arisen, and it gets great gas mileage. Maintenance is basic oil changes and checking tire pressure. I don't have to keep tabs on it. I love driving it. It's all purple leather interior, and it's gorgeous. The people before me took great care of her.
October 9, 2008it is fast and runs smooth
May 23, 2008It was my old car. The performance was stellar! The body quality was amazing! It was purple. What more could I say about my baby? It was awesome to drive and I want it back because my GRand Am that I currently own...sucks!
February 27, 2009The performance is what you'd expect for a car of the type. It's got almost 250000 on the original engine and transmission and it runs like a dream! It's a very comfortable and affordable car. I get almost 30 MPG on the 3.0L V6. Long live pushrod V6 engines!
February 24, 2009The Ford Taurus SHO has great acceleration, braking power and a fun car to drive. This a durable car and I have not had to do many repairs. The car in my opinion does not handle as well as I would like.
August 13, 2013Not a great car, but not a bad car either. Roomy, lots of cargo space, and quick enough to get around, but nothing sporty or fun like a real sports car. Take care of it and the engine will go farther than your average compact, but you'll end up replacing a lot of suspension parts and maybe a transmission. If your going to get a Taurus, a SHO is recommended for the sport driver out there, but for engine reliability the standard pushrod Vulcan V6 is best. The Duratech V6 is a good choice for those who want the same from the standard model but with more power.
September 15, 2008I love the car because it handles very well for a 4 door heavy sedan and it gets great gas milege while doing so. it also is ultra comfortable and gets off the line for how big it is. not to mention blacked out it looks rather sleek
June 26, 2009nice roomy interior, acceleration is good... power seats can start to drain battery... there has been recalls on the tarus for fire hazrds...
July 1, 2008I loved the car it was reliable but because it was a "domestic family" car it did not give a good enough kick for me. but very good car
April 18, 2008
