Car financing: 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.
Thinking of buying the 2008 Ford Taurus?
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 2008 Ford Taurus for sale by us right now. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. This page helps you judge the 2008 Ford Taurus before you buy one anywhere.
Before you sign for the Taurus
NHTSA has 328 owner complaints on file, mostly about power train, steering and vehicle speed control. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed.
What the specs mean
Power comes from the 3.5L 6-cylinder, driving through a 6-speed automatic. It runs on regular gas. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
Expect about 35 litres for every 300 km, going by its 11.6 L/100 km combined rating. A 300 km weekend costs about $53.94 in energy at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$3,300 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
Inside and out
A car body like this keeps the weight low, so it feels settled on the highway. The EPA lists 595 litres for luggage, roughly bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.
When the Taurus makes sense
It uses more fuel than most, so it suits shorter trips or people who need its size. It suits a stretch between cars, by the week or the month.
Rent it for a week first
Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide. A test week in the Taurus tells you more than any review. Rent it, live with it for a week, and decide with real experience.
What it costs to run
At our price setting, 100 km costs about $17.98 in 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
If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person. Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices.
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.