Reader Review of the Week: Ford Taurus X

Reader Review "Souldad" from Massachusetts recounts how he came to find himself driving a Ford Taurus X, his first domestic car. Beginning with a temporary drive in a Freestyle, he found himself impressed by the spaciousness and low cost. Read his full review, and submit your own here.

"I had an '05 Toyota Highlander, and a few years ago I hit a deer and then got sideswiped by a kid who just got his license. While my car was in the shop, I rented a Ford Freestyle and had it for a week. I liked it, especially considering I had never owned or really driven an American-made car. Well, my lease was up on the Highlander and I was about to get the '08, but my kids reminded me how much we liked the Freestyle, so I showed up at the Ford dealer asking to test one. I was surprised that it's the Taurus X now, but the name change makes sense. I bought this a month ago (the basic SEL: Two seats in second row and third-row seats) and love it. Reminds me of the Volvo wagon I had in the ‘90s, only with all the up-to-date design tweaks.

"Overall, I am surprised I got this rather than the Highlander. After driving it a month, I am finding I love it. I saved a bundle of dough and my kids and I have lots of room inside.

"If you are in the market for a Honda Pilot or a Toyota Highlander, I would suggest giving this a test drive. You may be pleasantly surprised.

"Oh, I got mine for $24K, and my guess is that if the economy continues to be weak Ford will discount this more."

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There is one of these in my parking garage at work and I must say, it looks really rich. Everything from the wheels, to the way the paint is coordinated, to what I can see of the interior look really expensive. I would like to have read something about the actual car though- this review leaves a lot to be desired.

broq

Posted by: | Mar 12, 2008 3:23:21 PM

yeah it a good car now. but five years later????
not so sure. better hang on with the honda and toyota still running after 10 yrs.

Posted by: | Mar 12, 2008 5:28:57 PM

If it's anything like the used 99 Sable wagon I have now it will still be running in 10 years and top 150k miles with ease.

Posted by: Infosaur | Mar 13, 2008 7:31:48 AM