Whats New for the 2004 Ford Taurus?
Minor revisions help to freshen the nine-year-old Ford Taurus for 2004. Front and rear styling has been slightly updated, and the interior gets a new steering wheel and instrument cluster. A seatbelt reminder chime and a passenger seat weight sensor have been added to the standard Personal Safety System. The transmission is improved to offer better shift quality and fuel economy, and the high-power Duratec V6 engine complies with the more strict LEVII emissions regulations. Other changes to the 2004 Ford Taurus include an updated multi-function turn signal stalk and two new colors called Merlot and True Blue.Advantages of the 2004 Ford Taurus: Low prices, especially with rebates and low-interest financingRoomy and comfortable seatingDuratec V6 offers sufficient powerAvailable as a station wagonObjections to the 2004 Ford Taurus: Pitiful resale valuesAnonymous rental car characterLacks refinement of class leadersDesign and engineering are almost a decade oldEditor’s Advice: Little more
