2012 Ford Taurus SEL AWD
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2012 Ford Taurus SHO AWD

2012 Ford Taurus  SEL AWD

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2012 Ford Taurus  SHO AWD
2012 Ford Taurus SEL AWD 2012 Ford Taurus SHO AWD Difference
Name SEL AWD SHO AWD
Price $ 34,999 $ 48,199
Body Sedan Sedan
Doors 4 Doors 4 Doors 0 (0%)
Engine 3.5L V6 DOHC 24-valve 3.5L V6 EcoBoost DOHC 24-valve
Power 263 hp @ 6250 rpm 365 hp @ 5500 rpm
Number of Seats 5 Seats 5 Seats 0 (0%)
Transmission 6-speed automatic transmission 6-speed automatic transmission
Cargo Space 569.0 L 569.0 L 0 (0%)
Maximum Cargo Space 569.0 L 569.0 L 0 (0%)
Wheel Type 18'' painted 5-spoke aluminum wheels 20'' premium painted aluminum 5-spoke wheels
Series Taurus VI Taurus VI
Drivetrain All-wheel drive All-wheel drive
Horsepower 263 HP 365 HP 102 (39%)
Torque 287 N.m 399 N.m 112 (39%)
Top Speed 235 km/h 262 km/h 27 (11%)
Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-60 mph) 7.7 s 6.0 s 1.7 (22%)
Fuel Type Petrol (Gasoline) Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption (City) 12.2 L/100km 12.4 L/100km 0.2 (2%)
Fuel Consumption (Highway) 7.8 L/100km 8.1 L/100km 0.3 (4%)
Gear Type auto auto
Weight 1,981 KG 1,981 KG
Brand Ford Ford
Model Taurus Taurus
0-400m (Quarter Mile) 14.1 s 12.6 s 1.5 (11%)
0-400m (Quarter Mile) - Speed 145.0 km/h 161.8 km/h 16.8 (12%)
0-800m (Half Mile) 26.3 s 23.6 s 2.7 (10%)
0-800m (Half Mile) - Speed 163.2 km/h 182.1 km/h 18.88 (12%)
Modifications (MODS)
Modifications Cost $ 0 $ 0 0 (0%)

Taurus VI vs Taurus VI Specifications

Comfort and Convenience

2012 Ford Taurus SEL AWD 2012 Ford Taurus SHO AWD
AM/FM stereo radioAM/FM stereo radio with auxiliary input jackAM/FM stereo radio with auxiliary input jack
Air ConditionningDual-zone climate control systemDual-zone climate control system
Cruise ControlSpeed controlSpeed control
Driver Vanity MirrorIlluminated driver side vanity mirrorIlluminated driver side vanity mirror
Front WipersVariable intermittent front wipersVariable intermittent front wipers
Fuel Door OperationCapless refuelling easy fuelCapless refuelling easy fuel
Graphic EqualizerSpeed sensitive volumeSpeed sensitive volume
Illuminated EntryYesYes
Intelligent Key SystemMykey systemMykey system
Intelligent Key System (Option)Intelligent AccessIntelligent Access
Interior Air FilterYesYes
Number of Speakers6 speakers12 speakers
Passenger Vanity MirrorIlluminated front passenger-side vanity mirrorIlluminated front passenger-side vanity mirror
Power Door LocksYesYes
Power Outlet3 12-volt power outlets3 12-volt power outlets
Power WindowsPower windows with one-touch up/down featurePower windows with one-touch up/down feature
Reading LightFront and rear reading lampsFront and rear reading lamps
Rear HeatingUnderseat ductsUnderseat ducts
Rear View MirrorAuto-dimming rear view mirrorAuto-dimming rear view mirror
Remote Audio ControlsSteering wheel-mounted controlsSteering wheel-mounted controls
Remote Keyless EntryRemote keyless entry and keypad lockingRemote keyless entry and keypad locking
Special FeatureSatellite radio with 6-month subscriptionSatellite radio with 6-month subscription
Special FeaturesCarpeted cargo spaceCarpeted cargo space
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTilt/telescopic steering wheelTilt/telescopic steering wheel
Trunk LightCargo lightCargo light

Dimensions

2012 Ford Taurus SEL AWD 2012 Ford Taurus SHO AWD
Cargo Capacity569 L569 L
Curb Weight1916 kg1916 kg
Front Headroom991 mm991 mm
Front Legroom1064 mm1064 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity72 L72 L
Height1541 mm1541 mm
Length5154 mm5154 mm
Max Trailer Weight454 kg454 kg
Rear Headroom960 mm960 mm
Rear Legroom968 mm968 mm
Wheelbase2868 mm2868 mm
Width1936 mm1936 mm

Exterior Details

2012 Ford Taurus SEL AWD 2012 Ford Taurus SHO AWD
Bumper ColourBody-color bumpersBody-color bumpers
Door HandlesBody-color door handlesBody-color door handles
Exterior DecorationBrake resistant glassBlack brake calipers
Exterior Folding MirrorsPower folding mirrorsPower folding mirrors
GrilleChrome grilleChrome grille
Headlight TypeHalogen headlightsHalogen headlights
Headlights Auto OffDelay-off headlightsDelay-off headlights
Headlights Sensor With Auto OnAutomatic headlightsAutomatic headlights with auto-dimming function
Heated Exterior MirrorsHeated outside mirrorsHeated outside mirrors
Perimeter LightingPerimeter lightsPerimeter lights
Power Exterior MirrorsPower-adjustable outside mirrors with puddle lamps and integrated spotter mirrorsPower-adjustable outside mirrors with puddle lamps and integrated spotter mirrors
Rear Window DefrosterYesYes
Side-Body TrimChrome side window mouldingsChrome side window mouldings

Interior Details

2012 Ford Taurus SEL AWD 2012 Ford Taurus SHO AWD
CompassYesYes
Driver Info CenterDriver information centerDriver information center
Floor MatsYesYes
Folding Rear SeatsRear split folding benchRear split folding bench
Front Center ArmrestYesYes
Front Seats Driver LombarDriver lumbar supportDriver lumbar support
Front Seats Driver Power Seats6 way power driver seat8 way power driver seat
Front Seats Front Seat Back StorageFront seat back storage pocketsFront seat back storage pockets
Front Seats Front Seat TypeFront bucket seatsFront bucket seats
Front Seats HeatedHeated front seatsHeated front seats
Front Seats Passenger Power Seats6-way power front passenger seat8-way power front passenger seat
Front Seats Passenger ReclineFront passenger's seat manual reclineFront passenger's seat manual recline
Front Seats Special Features1Console ductsConsole ducts
Luxury Dashboard TrimChrome interior accentsChrome interior accents
Maintenance Interval ReminderMaintenance reminderMaintenance reminder
Number of Cup HoldersFront and rear cup holdersFront and rear cup holders
Outside Temperature GaugeOutside temperature displayOutside temperature display
Overhead ConsoleOverhead console with storageOverhead console with storage
Rear Center ArmrestRear-seat center armrestRear-seat center armrest
Seat TrimCloth seatsLeather seats
Shifter Knob TrimLeather wrapped shift knobLeather wrapped shift knob
Steering Wheel TrimLeather wrapped steering wheelLeather wrapped steering wheel
TachometerYesYes
Trip ComputerYesYes

Mechanical

2012 Ford Taurus SEL AWD 2012 Ford Taurus SHO AWD
Drive TrainAll-wheel driveAll-wheel drive
Engine Name3.5L V6 DOHC 24-valve3.5L V6 EcoBoost DOHC 24-valve
Stability ControlYesYes
Start button (Option)YesYes
Traction ControlYesYes
Transmission6-speed automatic transmission6-speed automatic transmission
Transmission Paddle ShiftYesYes

Overview

2012 Ford Taurus SEL AWD 2012 Ford Taurus SHO AWD
BodySedanSedan
Doors44
Engine3.5L V6 DOHC 24-valve3.5L V6 EcoBoost DOHC 24-valve
Fuel Consumption12.2 (Automatic City)7.8 (Automatic Highway)12.4 (Automatic City)8.1 (Automatic Highway)
Power263 hp @ 6250 rpm365 hp @ 5500 rpm
Seats55
Transmission6-speed automatic transmission6-speed automatic transmission
WarrantiesBumper-to-Bumper60000/km, 36/Months Powertrain100000/km, 60/Months Roadside Assistance100000/km, 60/Months Rust-throughUnlimited/km, 60/MonthsBumper-to-Bumper60000/km, 36/Months Powertrain100000/km, 60/Months Roadside Assistance100000/km, 60/Months Rust-throughUnlimited/km, 60/Months

Safety

2012 Ford Taurus SEL AWD 2012 Ford Taurus SHO AWD
Anti-Lock BrakesABS brakesABS brakes
Anti-Theft AlarmAlarm systemAlarm system
Brake AssistBrake assistBrake assist
Brake Type4-wheel disc4-wheel disc
Child-proof LocksRear-door child safety locksRear-door child safety locks
Driver AirbagDriver side front airbagDriver side front airbag
Front Seat BeltsRegularRegular
Ignition DisableEngine immobilizerEngine immobilizer
Panic AlarmPanic alarmPanic alarm
Parking Distance SensorReverse sensing sytemReverse sensing sytem
Passenger AirbagPassenger side front airbagPassenger side front airbag
Rear View CameraRear view cameraRear view camera
Roof Side CurtainSide-curtain airbagsSide-curtain airbags
Side AirbagSide impact airbagsSide impact airbags

Suspension and Steering

2012 Ford Taurus SEL AWD 2012 Ford Taurus SHO AWD
Front Anti-Roll BarYesYes
Front SuspensionFront independent suspensionFront independent suspension
Front TiresP235/55R18P255/45R19
Power SteeringPower rack-and-pinion steeringElectric-assist power rack-and-pinion steering
Rear Anti-Roll BarYesYes
Rear SuspensionIndependent rear suspensionIndependent rear suspension
Spare TireCompact spare tireCompact spare tire
Tire Pressure Monitoring SystemLow tire pressure warningLow tire pressure warning
Turning Circle12.2-meter turning circle diameter12.2-meter turning circle diameter
Wheel Type18'' painted 5-spoke aluminum wheels20'' premium painted aluminum 5-spoke wheels

2012 Ford Taurus SEL AWD

The 2012 Ford Taurus SEL AWD is a All-wheel drive Sedan. It can accommodate up to 5 passengers. It has 4 Doors and is powered by a 3.5L V6 DOHC 24-valve engine which outputs 263 hp @ 6250 rpm and is paired with 6-speed automatic transmission gearbox. The 2012 Ford Taurus SEL AWD has cargo capacity of 569 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1916 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2012 Ford Taurus SEL AWD has stability control and traction control in addition to anti-lock brake system (ABS). The vehicle has an optional engine as well It offers Reverse sensing sytem and Rear view camera. Safety features also include Driver side front airbag and Passenger side front airbag. The front suspension is Front independent suspension while the rear suspension is Independent rear suspension. The car also features a Low tire pressure warning It has 18'' painted 5-spoke aluminum wheels as standard. Electronic features include Cruise Control. For convenience, the car has Power windows and Power door locks. There is also a remote keyless entry feature. Moreover, the car has. The steering wheel has audio control buttons. In terms of performance, the car has 287 N.m of torque and a top speed of 235 km/h. The 2012 Ford Taurus SEL AWD accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 7.7 seconds and hits quarter mile at 14.1 seconds. Fuel consumption is 12.2 L/100km in the city and 7.8 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 34,999

2012 Ford Taurus SHO AWD

The 2012 Ford Taurus SHO AWD is a All-wheel drive Sedan. It can accommodate up to 5 passengers. It has 4 Doors and is powered by a 3.5L V6 EcoBoost DOHC 24-valve engine which outputs 365 hp @ 5500 rpm and is paired with 6-speed automatic transmission gearbox. The 2012 Ford Taurus SHO AWD has cargo capacity of 569 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1916 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2012 Ford Taurus SHO AWD has stability control and traction control in addition to anti-lock brake system (ABS). The vehicle has an optional engine as well It offers Reverse sensing sytem and Rear view camera. Safety features also include Driver side front airbag and Passenger side front airbag. The front suspension is Front independent suspension while the rear suspension is Independent rear suspension. The car also features a Low tire pressure warning It has 20'' premium painted aluminum 5-spoke wheels as standard. Electronic features include Cruise Control. For convenience, the car has Power windows and Power door locks. There is also a remote keyless entry feature. Moreover, the car has. The steering wheel has audio control buttons. In terms of performance, the car has 399 N.m of torque and a top speed of 262 km/h. The 2012 Ford Taurus SHO AWD accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 6 seconds and hits quarter mile at 12.6 seconds. Fuel consumption is 12.4 L/100km in the city and 8.1 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 48,199


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