Ford Dealership in Santa Clara Reviews the 2016 Taurus
The 2016 Ford Taurus offers buyers everything they want and more in a full-size sedan. Coming into the new model year, the Taurus features brand-new standard equipment, fresh exterior paint color options and Ford's all-new infotainment technology: SYNC 3. Available in four unique trim levels - SE, SEL, Limited and SHO - the Ford Taurus continues to be an excellent option for today's buyers. Take a glimpse at our 2016 Ford Taurus review below for additional information about the model and details about its available amenities.
Many new color options are now offered throughout the Taurus lineup this year. The standard model's color palette gains Shadow Black, Guard and Blue Jeans, while the SHO receives Blue Jeans, Guard and Absolute Black. Additionally, Taurus SE models now come with a standard rearview camera and Ford's new infotainment technology, SYNC 3, which replaces the previously available MyFord Touch system. More intuitive, responsive and faster than MyFord Touch, SYNC 3 allows drivers to stay connected with the outside world while traveling. It features hands-free calling, Bluetooth connectivity, 911 Assist, voice recognition and gives drivers the ability to wirelessly stream their favorite tunes straight from their smartphone in seconds.
A 3.5L V6 engine, generating 288 horsepower and 254 lb.-ft. of torque, is the standard displacement featured on the 2016 Ford Taurus in Santa Clara. It's matched with a six-speed automatic transmission and delivers an EPA-estimated 29 mpg highway. Those with the SE can choose to equip their vehicle with a turbocharged 2.0L four-cylinder, producing 240 horsepower and 270 lb.-ft. of torque. The top-of-the-line Taurus SHO, which is the most athletic model in the bunch, sports a 3.5L V6, cranking out 365 horsepower and 350 lb.-ft. of torque, and can also go from 0 to 60 mph in a quick 5.8 seconds.
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