Those of you hoping for a 400-horsepower Ford Taurus SHO are about to be severely disappointed. The 2013 Taurus SHO will continue to produce 365 horsepower and 350 pound-feet of torque from its 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6. Sure, that's still plenty of oomph for the SHO, but with rumors of a higher-output version now dashed, all we can say is, "shucks."
Let's not dwell on that, though. There are still plenty of improvements for the 2013 SHO to talk about.
Much like the rest of the refreshed Taurus line, the SHO features styling tweaks at both the front and rear. Unlike the base model, the SHO uses a unique mesh grille pattern up front and adds a new rear spoiler out back, as well as chrome-tipped dual exhaust pipes. A new 20-inch dark wheel option is also part of the SHO package, matching the black finish found on the mirrors and body trim. We like what we see.
There may not be a bump in power, but the 2013 Taurus SHO does get a new performance package option that is said to improve the car's performance prowess. Most notably, a 3.16:1 final drive ratio means initial acceleration is enhanced, and revised suspension tuning features new dampers and springs specific to this package. Additionally, the electronic steering system has been tuned, the stability control now has a track mode with a true 'off' setting and performance brake pads are now available with unique, "track-tuned" calipers. Still, we'd love to see an additional 40-ish horsepower.
@islandluc I purchased a 2011 and love it, 2013's look good to. My 2011 is almost payed for and that's better than a 2013.
79TurboGhia 2 months ago
it looks strong & better as a ox taurus
HamadHHAG 4 months ago
OMG! It's horrible.
Emmanuelgzz23 5 months ago
@BartmanMC i want po-po's to get it now. even i want one.
jason123456789210 6 months ago
Police departments should wait to get this version. Let the Crown Vic stay another year than this would be nice
BartmanMC 9 months ago
whoever purchase the 2011 version of this car will regret it unless they wait for this version.
islandluc 9 months ago
It's a good looking car, but I kind of prefer the 2011 model... it looked more american
erving25 10 months ago