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2008 Ford Taurus

2 trims · 4 configurations · Sedan

From live listings

$448

5 for sale · Starting MSRP $23,635 – $29,470

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Key specifications

NHTSA safety

Not rated

Frontal (driver)★★★★★
Frontal (passenger)★★★★★
Rollover★★★★☆

Source: NHTSA · 1 recall on record

Ford Taurus for sale

5 live listings from $448 · median $9,996

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Pricing

How much should you pay for the Ford Taurus? Select a trim to update purchase and lease estimates, then shop live inventory.

MSRP by trim

Select a trim to update the payment estimates. MSRP is for each trim's base configuration and excludes destination, taxes, and options.

Purchase information

Based on SEL

Total price (SEL MSRP)

$23,635

Typical monthly

$468/mo

Avg. APR

7.00%

60-month loan estimate for good credit (rates as of 2026-08-23). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.

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Compare 2008 Ford Taurus trims

  • SEL FWD

    MSRP
    $23,635
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    18/28
    Horsepower
    260 hp
    Torque
    245 lb-ft
    Engine
    3.5L V6 gas
    Seating
    5
    Drivetrain
    FWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    21.2
    Max towing
    1,000 lbs

  • SEL AWD

    MSRP
    $25,485
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    17/24
    Horsepower
    260 hp
    Torque
    245 lb-ft
    Engine
    3.5L V6 gas
    Seating
    5
    Drivetrain
    AWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    21.2
    Max towing
    1,000 lbs

  • Limited FWD

    MSRP
    $27,620
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    18/28
    Horsepower
    260 hp
    Torque
    245 lb-ft
    Engine
    3.5L V6 gas
    Seating
    5
    Drivetrain
    FWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    21.2
    Max towing
    1,000 lbs

  • Limited AWD

    MSRP
    $29,470
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    17/24
    Horsepower
    260 hp
    Torque
    245 lb-ft
    Engine
    3.5L V6 gas
    Seating
    5
    Drivetrain
    AWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    21.2
    Max towing
    1,000 lbs

Manufacturer specifications by trim and drivetrain. Same trim names with different MSRPs are distinct FWD/AWD (or other drivetrain) configurations from the catalog. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.

Full specifications

Engine & drivetrain

Engine type
SEL FWDgas
SEL AWDgas
Limited FWDgas
Limited AWDgas
Fuel type
SEL FWDregular unleaded
SEL AWDregular unleaded
Limited FWDregular unleaded
Limited AWDregular unleaded
Cylinders
SEL FWDV6
SEL AWDV6
Limited FWDV6
Limited AWDV6
Displacement
SEL FWD3.5 L
SEL AWD3.5 L
Limited FWD3.5 L
Limited AWD3.5 L
Horsepower
SEL FWD260 hp
SEL AWD260 hp
Limited FWD260 hp
Limited AWD260 hp
Torque
SEL FWD245 lb-ft
SEL AWD245 lb-ft
Limited FWD245 lb-ft
Limited AWD245 lb-ft
Transmission
SEL FWD6-speed automatic
SEL AWD6-speed automatic
Limited FWD6-speed automatic
Limited AWD6-speed automatic
Drivetrain
SEL FWDfront wheel drive
SEL AWDall wheel drive
Limited FWDfront wheel drive
Limited AWDall wheel drive

Dimensions

Body type
SEL FWDSedan
SEL AWDSedan
Limited FWDSedan
Limited AWDSedan
Doors
SEL FWD4
SEL AWD4
Limited FWD4
Limited AWD4
Seating
SEL FWD5
SEL AWD5
Limited FWD5
Limited AWD5
Length
SEL FWD201.8 in
SEL AWD201.8 in
Limited FWD201.8 in
Limited AWD201.8 in
Width
SEL FWD74.5 in
SEL AWD74.5 in
Limited FWD74.5 in
Limited AWD74.5 in
Height
SEL FWD61.5 in
SEL AWD61.5 in
Limited FWD61.5 in
Limited AWD61.5 in
Wheelbase
SEL FWD112.9 in
SEL AWD112.9 in
Limited FWD112.9 in
Limited AWD112.9 in

Capacity & weight

Cargo capacity
SEL FWD21.2 cu ft
SEL AWD21.2 cu ft
Limited FWD21.2 cu ft
Limited AWD21.2 cu ft
Max towing
SEL FWD1,000 lbs
SEL AWD1,000 lbs
Limited FWD1,000 lbs
Limited AWD1,000 lbs
Curb weight
SEL FWD3,643 lbs
SEL AWD3,814 lbs
Limited FWD3,643 lbs
Limited AWD3,814 lbs
Fuel tank
SEL FWD20 gal
SEL AWD20 gal
Limited FWD20 gal
Limited AWD20 gal

Fuel economy & EV

Combined MPG
SEL FWD22
SEL AWD19
Limited FWD22
Limited AWD19
City MPG
SEL FWD18
SEL AWD17
Limited FWD18
Limited AWD17
Highway MPG
SEL FWD28
SEL AWD24
Limited FWD28
Limited AWD24

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2008 Ford Taurus FAQ

How much does the 2008 Ford Taurus cost?
The 2008 Ford Taurus has a starting MSRP of $23,635, ranging up to $29,470 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes SEL from $23,635; Limited from $27,620. Live listings on OpenDealer currently start at $448.
What is the fuel economy of the 2008 Ford Taurus?
The 2008 Ford Taurus achieves up to 22 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.
How much cargo space does the 2008 Ford Taurus have?
The 2008 Ford Taurus offers up to 21.2 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.
How much can the 2008 Ford Taurus tow?
The 2008 Ford Taurus has a maximum towing capacity of up to 1,000 pounds, depending on trim and equipment.
How many trims does the 2008 Ford Taurus come in?
The 2008 Ford Taurus is available in 2 trims (4 total configurations) across Sedan body styles with front wheel drive, all wheel drive.