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2008 Ford Taurus X AWD
The 2008 Ford Taurus X AWD is a SUV. It has a 3.5-litre six-cylinder engine producing 288 hp (215 kW), with a 6-speed automatic and all-wheel drive. 0–60 mph takes 8.5 seconds and top speed is 118 mph (190 km/h).
ABOUT THE 2008 FORD TAURUS X AWD
Written by CarDetails.org. Last reviewed September 3, 2026.
SPECS
| Make | Ford | Model | Taurus X AWD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | 2008 | Version / Trim | Ford 2008 Taurus X AWD |
| Body Style | SUV | Doors | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | Ext. Colour | Oxford White, Black, Silver Birch Metallic, Dark Shadow Grey Metallic, Dark Blue Pearl, Redfire Metallic, Vista Blue Metallic, Dark Toreador Red Metallic |
| Steering | LHD / RHD | Manufactured In | United States |
| Drive | All-Wheel Drive (AWD) | Transmission | Automatic 6-spd |
| Engine | 3.5L 6-cyl | Engine Size | 3,500 cc |
| Power | 288 hp / 215 kW | Torque | 254 Nm / 187 lb-ft |
| 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) | 8.5 sec | Top Speed | 118 mph (190 km/h) |
| Fuel Economy | 15 mpg city / 22 mpg hwy | ||
| Wheelbase | 2,745 mm | Kerb Weight | 1,620 kg (3,571 lb) |
HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2008 SUVS
Compared with other 2008 SUVs in our database, its 288 hp is 19% more than the average 2008 SUV (243 hp), and it is 12% lighter than the typical SUV.
| 2008 Ford Taurus X AWD | Average 2008 SUVs | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 288 hp | 243 hp (66 cars) | +19% |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 270 Nm (66 cars) | -6% |
| 0–60 mph | 8.5 s | 8.7 s (69 cars) | -2% |
| Top speed | 118 mph | 114 mph (69 cars) | +4% |
| Kerb weight | 1,620 kg | 1,840 kg (79 cars) | -12% |
| Engine size | 3,500 cc | 3,418 cc (79 cars) | +2% |
Averages are calculated from all cars of the same model year and body type in the CarDetails.org database that have the figure listed. For 0–60 mph, a negative difference means quicker.
CLOSEST RIVALS
Other 2008 SUVs with similar power to the 2008 Ford Taurus X AWD.
| Car | Power | 0–60 mph | Kerb weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 Ford Taurus X AWD | 288 hp | 8.5 s | 1,620 kg |
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 280 hp | 6.7 s | 2,170 kg |
| 2008 Kia Sorento 2WD | 276 hp | 9.5 s | 1,750 kg |
| 2008 Lexus GX 470 | 301 hp | 8.5 s | 2,230 kg |
| 2008 Mazda CX-9 2WD | 273 hp | 8.6 s | 1,905 kg |
OTHER YEARS OF THE FORD TAURUS X AWD
FEATURES
Air Conditioning
Navigation System
ABS
Electronic Stability Control
Traction Control
Airbags (Multiple)
Reverse Camera
Rear Parking Sensors
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Alloy Wheels
Fog Lights
Roof Rails
Keyless Entry
Spare Tyre