2010 Ford Taurus SEL FWD

• 18 painted sparkle silver aluminum wheels
• Automatic wiper-activated halogen headlamps
• Body-color door handles
• Body-color heated pwr mirrors -inc: puddle lamps
• Fixed interval intermittent windshield wipers (2009)
• Incandescent tail lamps -inc: red surround
• Mini spare tire (2009)
• P235/55TR18 all-season BSW tires
• Remote perimeter lighting
• Solar tinted glass
• Supplemental park lamps

• (3) auxiliary 12V pwr points
• 60/40 split fold-flat rear seat w/adjustable head restraints -inc: fold down armrest w/cupholders
• AM/FM stereo w/CD/MP3 player -inc: (6) speakers, audio input jack
• Cruise control
• Delayed accessory pwr
• Dual-zone air conditioning w/automatic temp control, particulate air filter
• Electrochromic rearview mirror
• Front center console -inc: armrest, front covered cupholders, storage bin & removable trinket tray
• Front dome/map lamp
• Front seatback map pockets
• Front unique cloth bucket seats -inc: 6-way pwr driver seat w/manual lumbar, 2-way manual passenger seat
• Front/rear carpeted floor mats
• Instrument panel storage bin (2009)
• Instrumentation cluster -inc: message center w/trip computer, compass, outside temperature
• Leather-wrapped shift knob w/chrome insert
• Leather-wrapped tilt/telescoping steering wheel -inc: cruise & audio controls
• Lockable glove box w/damped door
• Perimeter anti-theft alarm
• Pwr door locks
• Pwr windows w/driver one-touch up/down
• Rear seat heat ducts
• Rear seat reading lights
• Rear window defroster
• Remote keyless entry w/SecuriCode entry keypad
• Satellite radio -inc: 6-month pre-paid subscription *N/A in AK or HI*
• SecuriLock passive anti-theft system
• Sliding front sunvisors w/illuminated visor vanity mirrors

• 3.5L V6 Duratec engine
• 4-wheel anti-lock disc brakes w/brake assist
• 6-speed SelectShift automatic transmission -inc: paddle activation
• Dual chrome exhaust tips
• Easy Fuel capless refueling
• Front wheel drive
• Pwr steering (2009)

• Advance Trac electronic stability control
• Belt Minder for driver/front passenger safety belts (2009)
• Brake & engine actuated traction control
• Child safety rear door locks (2009)
• Dual-stage front air bags w/front passenger sensing system
• Front side-impact air bags
• Lower anchors & tethers for children (LATCH) system on rear outboard seat locations (2009)
• MyKey system -inc: top speed limiter, audio volume limiter, early low fuel warning, programmable speed alert chimes, BeltMinder w/audio mute
• Personal safety system -inc: safety belt pretensioners, load-limiting retractors, driver seat position sensing, crash severity sensing
• Safety Canopy front/rear curtain airbags system w/rollover sensor
• SOS post-crash alert system

Model Highlights

Most Taurus models remain powered by Ford's 263-horsepower, 3.5-liter V-6, coupled with a 6-speed automatic transmission. SelectShift is a new option that brings steering-wheel paddle-shifters, for those who want more control around curves or on mountainous roads. There's also a new high-performance version called the Taurus SHO; it includes a new 3.5-liter, twin-turbocharged 'EcoBoost' V6, which makes 365 horsepower and 350 pound-feet of torque. The engine's two small turbos permit it to make peak torque just above idle. The new engine also has direct injection, and it's promised to be very fuel efficient. The Taurus SHO includes SelectShift, which brings paddle-shifters beside the steering wheel, allowing the driver to command the 6-speed automatic transmission's shifts for curves or mountain roads. There's also a torque-sensing all-wheel drive system that uses electromechanical clutches to send torque to the wheels with the most grip. Electronic power steering works with the sport-tuned suspension to handle the power and bring an agile feel. The SHO gets a number of other performance features designed to get the most out of the driving experience. The electronic stability control comes with a 'Sport Mode,' and the SHO rides on Eagle F1 summer performance tires on painted wheels. Inside, the SHO gets Miko Suede seat inserts made from recycled materials, plus aluminum-trimmed pedals and aluminum trim throughout. Multi-contour heated-and-cooled seats are available, and there's also a 12-speaker Sony surround sound audio system. The regular Taurus is offered in three trim levels: SE, SEL and Limited. SEL models get a dressed-up appearance with painted aluminum wheels, chrome exhaust tips; they also get supplemental parking lamps and heated exterior mirrors. The top-of-the-line Limited adds power leather seats, a reverse sensing system, and a premium sound system that includes the Sync voice-driven interface for phones and portable music devices. Limited models also get showy 19-inch chromed aluminum wheels. The Taurus is one of the top-rated vehicles in its class in crash tests, and comes with a long list of safety features, including stability control, anti-lock brakes, front side airbags, side-curtain airbags, a Post-Crash Alert System and crash severity sensing. Across the Taurus line, technology features will be the emphasis, with several new features making a debut for Ford in the sedan. Cross Traffic Alert and a Collision Warning system promised to aid safety, while Intelligent Access and a MyKey entry system allows parental programmability. Sirius Travel Link, a set of features for the navigation system that brings live traffic information, weather forecasts, gas prices and other info, is also newly available, as are adaptive cruise control and rain-sensing wipers.