II '85: presentation of the model limousine and station wagon with engines 2.5 4-cyl. i 3.0 V6 and 3.8 V6; ’89: stylistic changes; ’92; withdrawal from production of the engine 2.5; ’95: new generation.
► Technical data
bodies: since: 4-door, dim. 4875/1810/1375 mm; combi: 5-door, length. 4905 mm; poj. trunk 510 l sedan, combi for 2300 l. Motors: gasoline 2.5 with power 90 KM at 4400 rpm; 3.0 V6 / 142 hp at 4800 rpm; 3.8 V6 at 3800 rpm, SHO: 3.0/223 KM.
Chassis: front axle drive, manual or automatic transmission; independent suspension, front wheel. springing, rear longitudinal and transverse control arms.
► Faults
• unreliable engine control electronics (ignition, injection system)
• emergency automatic boxes
• wear of suspension components and steering rod ends
Parts prices in PLN
reflector 1100
front fender 2000
complete clutch bd
brake pads (front) 450
front door glass 355
timing drive 342
Ford Taurus 3.0, 1994 r.
► Summary
The most popular family limousine on the American market. Spacious, with a large trunk, Richly equipped. In the version with automatic transmission and high-capacity engines, it is expensive to operate. But it competes with new cars two classes lower in terms of price.
Spacious luxury car Low purchase price High fuel consumption