Ford Taurus X First generation

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The Ford Taurus X First generation (2008–2009): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 3 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: D3 · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

Specification	Wikipedia
Dimensions
Length	5,075 mm
Width	1,890 mm
Height	1,732 mm
Wheelbase	2,868 mm

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

164 complaints for model years 2008–2009. 7 crashes · 4 fires · 3 injuries

Transmission and drivetrain 44
Steering 43
Speed control 26

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 3 versions of the Ford Taurus X First generation

United States 2 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Drive	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
2008–2009CLKUP	3.5 L	Petrol	6-speed automatic	Four- or all-wheel drive	18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA	307 g/km
2008–2009CLKUP	3.5 L	Petrol	6-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA	291 g/km

Canada 1 version

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
2008–2009Sport utility vehicle	3.5 L	Petrol	6-speed automatic	12.4–13.3 L/100 km 5-cycle	285–306 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.