2015 Taurus

This year, Taurus features several new appearance and technology updates:

Three new exterior colors are available Bronze Fire, Magnetic and Caribou Power moonroof is available on Taurus Limited Power-Adjustable Pedals with Memory standard on Taurus Limited Rearview camera is standard on Taurus SE Ford SYNC is standard on Taurus SE Reverse Sensing System standard on Taurus SEL Intelligent Access with Push-Button Start available on Taurus SEL

The 2015 Taurus is the most fuel-efficient gasoline-powered, full-size sedan in America, withan EPA-estimated rating of 32 mpg on the highway with the 2.0-liter EcoBoost engine, whileproducing horsepower comparable to competitive, normally aspirated V6 offerings.

Even smarterEvery 2015 Taurus gets the award-winning SYNC connectivity system with AppLink. Drivers canuse simple voice commands to take control of more than 60 available apps that run on connected

smartphones, while keeping hands on the wheel and eyes on the road. The list of compatible appsincludes programs for entertainment, news, traffic, navigation and more.

This innovative full-size sedan is also available with MyFord Touch, which replaces manytraditional buttons, knobs and gauges with clear, colorful LCD screens and steering wheel-mounted five-way toggles. These screens can be personalized to display information relevantto each driver by using voice commands, keeping the drivers eyes on the road and hands on thewheel.

Ford makes backing up a little easier with a standard rear view camera for the 2015 Taurus. TaurusSEL adds standard ultrasonic reverse sensing system and available Intelligent Access with push-button start. Standard power-adjustable pedals with memory enables Taurus Limited buyers tooptimize their driving position.

Taurus Limited and Taurus SHO are available with Fords lane-keeping system, which helps notifydrivers if they drift from their lane. This feature is bundled with Fords intuitive active park assisttechnology, making life simpler and more convenient for customers.

Power of choiceA choice of engines offers customers efficiency, without compromising the responsiveperformance they want.

Taurus is available with the advanced 2.0-liter EcoBoost engine. Ideal for full-size sedan buyersseeking maximum fuel efficiency without sacrificing performance, this advanced engine combinesdirect injection of gasoline and a turbocharger to provide performance comparable to normallyaspirated V6 engines offered by competitors.

The 2.0-liter EcoBoost produces 240 horsepower and 270 lb.-ft. of torque with an EPA-estimatedrating of 32 mpg highway. A relatively high compression ratio is enabled by the use of directinjection of gasoline, operating at fuel pressures from 2,200 psi to 2,800 psi. The uniqueturbocharger is optimally matched to the 2.0-liter EcoBoost and direct injection system, providingprecise fuel pressure control to deliver boosted power at low rpm without annoying turbo lag.

The 2.0-liter EcoBoost uses 5W30 oil to reduce internal friction, and enables 10,000-mile oilchange intervals representing a potential reduction in cost of ownership. In addition, fuel economyis optimized with a low-tension accessory drive belt and one-way alternator clutch.

Ti-VCT 3.5-liter V6The 3.5-liter V6 is offered as standard equipment in Taurus SE, SEL and Limited series models.

In Taurus, this engine benefits from the twin independent variable camshaft timing for enhancedfuel economy and drivability. The engine has been engineered for durability with chain-drivencamshafts, high-strength forged metal connecting rods with floating pins, a fully counterweightedforged steel crankshaft, die-cast aluminum deep-sump oil pan and four-bolt main bearing capswith side bolts through the engine block.

Noise, vibration and harshness characteristics are controlled and reduced through employmentof a tuned composite upper and lower manifold, a silent-chain camshaft drive and an acousticengine cover.

3.5-liter EcoBoost V6The 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 standard equipment in the high-performance Taurus SHO is Fordsmost powerful EcoBoost offering, delivering 365 horsepower and 350 lb.-ft. of torque.

Like all Ford EcoBoost engines, this 3.5-liter produces peak torque across a broad plateau from1,500 rpm to 5,250 rpm. Peak torque building quickly off idle ensures responsive acceleration.From the drivers seat, the result is linear power delivery.

Combining direct injection and a pair of turbochargers, the EcoBoost V6 avoids lag by employingimpellers that spool up quickly for swift response. This Taurus SHO combination of power,consistent torque delivery, all-wheel drive and up to EPA-estimated rating of 25 mpg on thehighway is unmatched by competitors.

Taurus is manufactured at Fords Chicago Assembly Plant.