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2009 Ford Taurus X Safety Review

February 23, 2009

SAFETY | 10 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

Five stars, front impact; five stars, side impact
NHTSA

Good," frontal offset impact; "good," side impact
IIHS

Safety features include standard antilock brakes, front- and side-impact airbags for the front seats
Cars.com

Enough airbags to cushion a Mars lander
Car and Driver

It's rare for a vehicle to earn a perfect 10 in the safety category from TheCarConnection.com, but then again it's also quite unusual to come across a vehicle that features as many appealing safety qualities as the 2009 Ford Taurus X.

The 2009 Ford Taurus X boasts perfect crash-test ratings from both of the major testing authorities. In IIHS tests, the Ford Taurus X earns "good" ratings, the highest possible, in both the frontal offset and side impact tests. The IIHS also sees fit to award the 2009 Ford Taurus X a 2009 Top Safety Pick, citing the Ford Taurus X's "good performance in front, side, and rear tests and standard electronic stability control." The NHTSA also awards the Ford Taurus X perfect scores in every impact category, including five-star ratings in front and side impact tests.

Aside from phenomenal crash-test ratings, the 2009 Ford Taurus X offers a wealth of safety features, including one new addition for 2009. Car and Driver reviewers positively gush about the "first-rate crash ratings" and the fact that the 2009 Ford Taurus X has "enough airbags to cushion a Mars lander." The Washington Post offers a bit more about the airbags, reporting that the side bags are "designed with two chambers—one to deploy faster for better protection of the lower extremities and an upper chamber engineered to design more slowly to cushion the upper body without torso injuries." USA Today reviewers add that the Ford Taurus X features "anti-lock brakes, plus stability-control and anti-rollover systems." The new safety feature for 2009, according to ConsumerGuide, is "Ford's SOS Post-Crash Alert system, which flashes the turn signal lamps and honks the horn to alert first responders to the vehicle's location."

The 2009 Ford Taurus X also offers impressive visibility from the commanding driving position. Cars.com reports that the "driver has a good view of the road without being needlessly high," although the "optional flip-down video screen for the backseat made [the] rearview mirror almost useless." ConsumerGuide adds that the Ford 2009 Taurus X's "visibility is generally good, though the view to the rear corners is hindered by roof pillars." One other criticism comes from USA Today, which mentions that a "backup camera is not available."

Conclusion

You'd be hard-pressed to find a safer vehicle today than the 2009 Ford Taurus X, which is made even more appealing with the addition of the SOS system.

SAFETY | 10 out of 10Expert Quotes:Five stars, front impact; five stars, side impactNHTSAGood," frontal offset impact; "good," side impactIIHSSafety features include standard antilock brakes, front- and side-impact airbags for the front seatsCars.comEnough airbags to cushion a Mars landerCar and Driver It's rare for a vehicle to earn a perfect 10 in the safety category from TheCarConnection.com, but then again it's also quite unusual to come across a vehicle that features as many appealing safety qualities as the 2009 Ford Taurus X. The 2009 Ford Taurus X boasts perfect crash-test ratings from both of the major testing authorities. In IIHS tests, the Ford Taurus X earns "good" ratings, the highest possible, in both the frontal offset and side impact tests. The IIHS also sees fit to award the 2009 Ford Taurus X a 2009 Top Safety Pick, citing the Ford Taurus X's "good performance in front, side, and rear tests and standard electronic stability control." The NHTSA also awards the Ford Taurus X perfect scores in every impact category, including five-star ratings in front and side impact tests. Aside from phenomenal crash-test ratings, the 2009 Ford Taurus X offers a wealth of safety features, including one new addition for 2009. Car and Driver reviewers positively gush about the "first-rate crash ratings" and the fact that the 2009 Ford Taurus X has "enough airbags to cushion a Mars lander." The Washington Post offers a bit more about the airbags, reporting that the side bags are "designed with two chambers—one to deploy faster for better protection of the lower extremities and an upper chamber engineered to design more slowly to cushion the upper body without torso injuries." USA Today reviewers add that the Ford Taurus X features "anti-lock brakes, plus stability-control and anti-rollover systems." The new safety feature for 2009, according to ConsumerGuide, is "Ford's SOS Post-Crash Alert system, which flashes the turn signal lamps and honks the horn to alert first responders to the vehicle's location." The 2009 Ford Taurus X also offers impressive visibility from the commanding driving position. Cars.com reports that the "driver has a good view of the road without being needlessly high," although the "optional flip-down video screen for the backseat made [the] rearview mirror almost useless." ConsumerGuide adds that the Ford 2009 Taurus X's "visibility is generally good, though the view to the rear corners is hindered by roof pillars." One other criticism comes from USA Today, which mentions that a "backup camera is not available." ConclusionYou'd be hard-pressed to find a safer vehicle today than the 2009 Ford Taurus X, which is made even more appealing with the addition of the SOS system. 2009 FORD TAURUS X STYLING | [7 out of 10] Cars.com: "Little appeal for the image-conscious and...aesthetically flawed inside" Car and Driver: "Shape says SUV...but ground clearance is about the same as the Taurus sedan's" ConsumerGuide: "Clear and simple gauges are easy to read, but ...

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  5. features

Other Choices:

The Saturn Outlook is one of a group of GM crossovers that includes the Buick Enclave and GMC Acadia; it performs well and has a more refined ride than the Taurus X, though it feels smaller inside than the Taurus X, and its third row is tight. The same goes for the Honda Pilot, which also rates well for safety and has a tight third row of seating. Some may find the Pilot's faux-rugged, boxy appearance alluring. Otherwise, the Subaru Tribeca is another alternative, with a style that, to some, says SUV while actually serving as a station wagon. The Tribeca handles much better than the Taurus X and is more exciting to drive, but it also has a cramped third row.

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Comments (1 total)

  1. By Kevin Brown #1, Posted: 10/14/2009

    I purchased a 2009 Taurus X in ealry April 2009. As of Oct 09 I have driven it >15,000km's. I simply love this car. The comfort, quality, ride, and driving characteristics are superb. In Canada, even in base SEL FWD trim, the car is exceptionally well equipped- two tone paint, CD-6 changer, satellite radio, IPOD/MP3 player jack, three zone A/C and heat, power pedals, power front seats, fog lamps, cruise control and back-up sensors.
    This summer we drove the car over 2500 kms fully loaded with 5 passengers and all out luggage. Although I purchased the roof racks from Ford and a Thule bag it was not needed as there was just enough space behind the second row with the third seat folded into the floor.
    To date, not a single defect and I have not a single complaint. An awesome family vehicle!

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