Auto loans: 2008 Ford Taurus
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 11.6 to 12.8 L/100 km combined (EPA). 1 NHTSA recall campaign. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 11.6 to 12.8 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 1
For sale
We do not have a 2008 Ford Taurus for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2008 Ford Taurus specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.5L 6-cylinder | 3.5L 6-cylinder |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 13.9 L/100 km | 14.8 L/100 km |
| Highway | 9.1 L/100 km | 10.3 L/100 km |
| Combined | 11.6 L/100 km | 12.8 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 271 g/km | 299 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $17.98 | $19.84 |
2008 Ford Taurus: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.5 L | 3.5 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 17 | 16 |
| MPG highway (US) | 26 | 23 |
| MPG combined (US) | 21 | 19 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 25 | 23 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 595 L (21 cu ft) | 595 L (21 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,300 | US$3,625 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,596 | $3,968 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2008 Ford Taurus
- NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 328 complaints with NHTSA, most often about power train (85), steering (78) and vehicle speed control (58). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16V247000 | 2016-04-26 | 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... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Buying the 2008 Ford Taurus
No 2008 Ford Taurus is for sale by CarmaCars at the moment; this page helps you judge the car before you buy one elsewhere. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. This page helps you judge the 2008 Ford Taurus before you buy one anywhere.
Recalls and complaints
A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. There are 1 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done. NHTSA has 328 owner complaints on file, mostly about power train, steering and vehicle speed control. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered.
What the specs mean
The 3.5L 6-cylinder, paired with a 6-speed automatic, drives it. It runs on regular gas. Front-wheel drive is the usual layout for cars this size, predictable in the rain and the snow.
For 300 km of mixed driving, expect about 35 litres, from its 11.6 L/100 km rating. Per 100 km, plan on roughly $17.98. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$3,300 a year for 15,000 miles.
Living with the Taurus
Being a large sedan, it is easy to park and comfortable on longer drives. Its 595 litres of luggage space fit bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.
Best uses
It suits a family trip where everyone and everything fits in one car. It suits a weekend away when the train does not reach where you are going.
Drive it on your own roads
If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class. Rent first, buy later: a week with the Taurus answers the big questions. Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide.
Money matters
Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $179.80 at our price setting. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary.
Picking a year and a trim
Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires. A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it. If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first.
Next step
Ask us anything about renting before you buy.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2008 Ford Taurus from us first.
Ask us about the 2008 Ford Taurus
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2008 Ford Taurus for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2008 Ford Taurus
Does CarmaCars sell the 2008 Ford Taurus?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2008 Ford Taurus before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2008 Ford Taurus have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2008 Ford Taurus cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,300 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3596.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.