Ford's 2010 Taurus SHO will start at $37,995

1SICKLEX · 02-10-09, 10:41 PM

Bob Gritzinger
AUTOWEEK
February 11, 2009 - 12:01 am ET

Ford is taking the cover off what may be the ultimate stealth-mobile at the Chicago auto show: the understated 2010 Taurus SHO.

Packing an EcoBoost 365-hp twin-turbo 3.5-liter V6 and all-wheel dive, Ford says that this SHO offers performance and 25 mpg on the highway.

The SHO, shorthand for Super High Output, will start at $37,995. A sportier package with 20-inch wheels, upgraded suspension and brakes, and a taller, more responsive final drive ratio will add $995 to the starting price.

The SHO goes on sale this summer alongside the base 2010 Taurus.

Motor Trend - First Look

http://www.motortrend.com/road....html

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GFerg · 02-10-09, 10:53 PM

I think this looks really nice!! 38K is steeep for a Taurus.

But then I compare it to fully loaded Maxima's, Acura TL's, Genesis, SRT-8, and G8 GXP and the amount of power it puts out and unfortunately(because the cars I listed should never be that expensive in the first place) its a very competitive price.

Is it for me? Probably not, but I'm sure it will have its fan base.

mex lex · 02-10-09, 11:01 PM

This Taurus actually looks nicer than I originally imagined. And the interior is sharp, Ford really stepping up their interiors

. Lets not forget the 365hp twin turbo 3.5L V6 with AWD (thank goodness for no FWD)!!! I thought I would never say this, I wouldn't mind having a Taurus, this actually has potential.

Faymester · 02-11-09, 01:42 PM

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Originally Posted by GFerg

I think this looks really nice!! 38K is steeep for a Taurus.

But then I compare it to fully loaded Maxima's, Acura TL's, Genesis, SRT-8, and G8 GXP and the amount of power it puts out and unfortunately(because the cars I listed should never be that expensive in the first place) its a very competitive price.

Is it for me? Probably not, but I'm sure it will have its fan base.

You hit the nail on the head with that one. That class (for lack of a better word) of car always suprises me with the price. I always think those types of cars should top out around $35k - $38k, not start at.

IS-SV · 02-11-09, 01:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Faymester

You hit the nail on the head with that one. That class (for lack of a better word) of car always suprises me with the price. I always think those types of cars should top out around $35k - $38k, not start at.

I have the same concern, and I expect the rate of depreciation to be horrible too on these cars.

Seize · 02-11-09, 02:09 PM

Chicago Auto Show pics

nthach · 02-10-09, 11:09 PM

The SHO is back?!?!

I8ABMR · 02-10-09, 11:14 PM

that motor has my ears perked a little. I would love to beat one up for a day or two

ffpowerLN · 02-10-09, 11:14 PM

Now the question is...

Why would one get the Lincoln MKS over this?

Higher horsepower, lower price and equally impressive (IMO) interior, it's a no-brainer to me.

mmarshall · 02-11-09, 06:03 AM

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Originally Posted by ffpower

Now the question is...

Why would one get the Lincoln MKS over this?

Interesting question......but first, not everyone wants a sport sedan. The MKS will probably ride more comfortably, though not handle as well. Second, the MKS has wood trim inside, for those who like wood....the SHO probably won't. Third, my guess is (but we won't know until the SHO comes out) insurance may be lower on the MKS...the SHO will probably be considered a high-performance car by the insurance companies.

The SHO, though, does seem to be an interesting package. I will probably review it when it comes out. It looks like potentially a good competitor to the Pontiac G8 GT, Chevy Impala SS and the Dodge Charger R/T, although the Pontiac anc Dodge are RWD. The Pontiac's G8's future is also in doubt.

1SICKLEX · 02-10-09, 11:36 PM

Yeah at first glance you think " oh noes, Ford Taurus for 40k" and you see the interior and the specs and well, what is coming close to it? ES, TL, RL, G37x, and the cars GFerg mentioned seem VERY overpriced now.

Wow.

Coco-bun · 02-10-09, 11:52 PM

Wonder what Legacy will offer....c'mon Fuji, bring over the Legacy STi!!!!!!

CDNROCKIES · 02-11-09, 12:01 AM

The original SHO was a great sleeper and this one should be no different.

Is it still going to have a Yamaha engine like the originals?

Jewcano · 02-11-09, 12:18 AM

For a Ford, dare I say that car actually looks good. Looks like they borrowed alot of European style, sprinkled with some minor Japanese styling and they came up with what looks like a winner.

jracerlmn · 02-11-09, 12:31 AM

Ford should have been using european style YEARS ago. I understand they dont meet our bullcrap bumper requirements so we get ugly cars.

When i went to europe they had all these great looking cars while we get stuck with crap.

Could you imagine ford today if they did this way way back?