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Are Ford Taurus cop cars?

Are Ford Taurus cop cars?

Ford had referred to the police car model simply as the “Police Interceptor Sedan”, rather than a Taurus. The EcoBoost model of the Ford Police Interceptor Sedan featured the 3.5 L EcoBoost V6 from the SHO producing 365 hp (272 kW; 370 PS). The Cyclone V6 and EcoBoost versions featured all-wheel drive, like the SHO.

Why was the Ford Taurus the most anticipated car?

(The full-size Ford LTD Crown Victoria remained as part of the Ford line up.) The release of the Ford Taurus was one of the most anticipated ever, mostly because it was a first in car design and also the start of new quality standards for Ford.

When was the first front wheel drive Ford Taurus made?

The Taurus also served as the basis for the first-ever front-wheel drive Lincoln Continental (1988–2002).

When did the Ford Taurus 7 generation come out?

The seventh generation of the Ford Taurus was introduced at the 2015 Shanghai Auto Show. Unrelated to the previous six generations, the seventh generation was developed by Changan Ford in conjunction with Ford of Australia.

When did Ford discontinue the Ford Taurus truck?

On April 25, 2018, Ford announced plans to discontinue the Taurus (along with the Fiesta, Focus, and Fusion), in order to focus more on its line of trucks and SUVs. The announcement was part of a plan by Ford Motor Company to cut costs and increase profits.

When did the Ford Taurus go out of production?

Sales Calendar year Taurus (US) Police interceptor sedan (US) 2009 45,617 N/A 2010 68,859 N/A 2011 63,526 N/A 2012 66,066 8,309

When did the Ford Taurus Ghia come to Australia?

For 1996, Ford Australia imported the Ford Taurus sedan as the “Taurus Ghia” alongside its locally produced Ford Falcon EL, but imports ceased after only one year due to poor sales.

What kind of equipment does a Ford Taurus have?

The interior equipment depends on model. The most basic model, the L (see below), came standard, with just an AM radio and a front cloth bench seat, while the LX, the more luxurious model, came with a greater number of features as standard equipment. The Taurus was well received by both the public and the press.

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