2008 Ford Taurus

$2,500
from
18
listings
$3K–$11K
price range
Low$2,500
High$11,000
From$2,500
Avg Mileage119,444 mi
Fresh

Sourced from 18 active dealer listings as of

2008 Ford Taurus Pricing

Price Trend

1 data point
$2,900
as of Mar 26

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Ford Taurus Safety & Reliability

Elevated

The 2008 Ford Taurus's elevated safety profile includes 1 recall campaigns and 175 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

1
Recalls
175
Complaints
19
Crashes
7
Fires
Recall Findings
16V2470002016-26-04
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Ford Flex, 2008 and 2010-2012 Ford Taurus, 2008-2009 Ford Taurus X, 2008 Mercury Sable, 2009 and 2011 Lincoln MKS vehicles. The driver frontal air bag may improperly inflate during second-stage deployment in the event of a high speed crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

An improperly inflated air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2008 Ford Taurus has accumulated 175 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with steering leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Steering34
02Power Train25
03Vehicle Speed Control15
04Air Bags13
05Suspension7
175 total across 1 model years (2008–2008)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Ford Taurus Fuel Economy

18–22mpg combined
·
15-18city
·
22-28hwy
·
$2,000-$2,450/yr

With 4 configurations tested, the 2008 Ford Taurus ranges from 18 to 22 MPG combined. That's a 4 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim
Taurus FWD - Automatic 6-spd
22mpg
3.5L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city28 hwy~$2,000/yr-1/10 Poor
Taurus AWD - Automatic 6-spd
19mpg
3.5L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
17 city24 hwy~$2,300/yr-1/10 Poor
Taurus X FWD - Automatic 6-spd
19mpg
3.5L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
16 city24 hwy~$2,300/yr-1/10 Poor
Taurus X AWD - Automatic 6-spd
18mpg
3.5L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
15 city22 hwy~$2,450/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2008 Ford Taurus

35States

If you're near Michigan, you're in luck: 11% of listings are there. But with 35 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2008.

2008 Ford Taurus: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 2008 Ford Taurus a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2008 Ford Taurus. There are 1 recall to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2008 Ford Taurus?

Yes, 1 recall on record. The good news: recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Check the safety report for specifics, and always run the VIN before buying.

What's the gas mileage of the 2008 Ford Taurus?

Fuel economy ranges from 18 to 22 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $530 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2008 Ford Taurus?

STEERING problems top the list with 175 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.

How does the 2008 compare to other Ford Taurus years?

Each Ford Taurus model year has different pricing, recall counts, and owner satisfaction patterns. Compare all available years on the Ford Taurus overview page.

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