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2008 Ford Taurus X
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2008 Ford Taurus X

Based on the Ford Five Hundred sedan, the Freestyle is freshened and renamed the Taurus X for 2008. It combines traits of a station wagon and an SUV. All three rows of seats offer sufficient space for adults. Cabin access and visibility are commendable. Pre-2008 models had a 3.0-liter, 203-hp V6 and continuously variable automatic with adequate performance. We recorded 18 mpg overall with AWD. The ride is firm but comfortable. In our track tests, routine handling was confident, although the tail tended to slide a bit too easily in our avoidance maneuver. Unfortunately, stability control didn't arrive until a 2008 , which also included a stronger 3.5-liter V6 and six-speed automatic that returned just 16 mpg overall.

Market value
$3,438
Fuel
Conventional
Transmission
Automatic
Seats
7
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Model year 2008
Owner rating Not rated
Reliability Not rated
Data updated December 4, 2025

At a glance

Model data

Overview

Powertrain
Conventional
Body style
4-door SUV
Drive type
AWD
Transmission
Automatic, 6-speed
Category
Midsized SUVs 3-row
Generation began
2008

Pricing

Current retail median
$3,438
Retail value range
$2,825 - $3,550
Original MSRP range
$27,030 - $32,600
Trade-in range
$565 - $1,155

Ratings

Road test score
75/100

Fuel economy

EPA city
15 MPG
EPA highway
22 MPG
EPA combined
18 MPG
Tested city
11 MPG
Tested highway
23 MPG
Tested overall
16 MPG
Annual fuel cost
$2,410
Cruising range
300 miles

Road tests

0-30 mph
3.1 sec
0-60 mph
8.5 sec
60-0 mph braking
147 ft
Avoidance speed
52 mph
Test status
Test Completed

Dimensions

Length
200 in
Width
75 in
Height
67 in
Wheelbase
113 in
Weight
4,420 lb
Maximum load
1,150 lb
Towing capacity
2,000 lb

Interior

Seating
7 people
Front head room
3 in
Front leg room
38.5 in
Rear head room
5 in
Rear leg room
30 in
Cargo volume
38 cu ft
Luggage
2+0+0

Brand context

About Ford

Among Ford’s SUVs and pickups, the smallest options usually earn our highest ratings. Consumer Reports has recommended the Mustang Mach-E EV, the thrilling Mustang coupe and convertible, and the Maverick, a small pickup truck available with a hybrid powertrain. Most other vehicles, however, score low in our road tests and have average to below average reliability. With some exceptions, used Fords can be a risk. The Ford F-150 pickup combines true truck capabilities with quiet, roomy cabins, making it one of the best-selling vehicles in the U.S. However, our tests found that recent F-150s have a stiff ride, unresponsive handling, and below average reliability. The Lightning, an EV version of the F-150, drives better and is faster than its gasoline equivalent. The Bronco SUVs has exceptional off-road ability and classic boxy styling, but suffers from issues like wind noise and long stopping distances.

Vehicle ID: 2331 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: December 4, 2025

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