2011 Ford Taurus SHO

Exterior Features

• Ground Effects/Lower Spoilers
• Rear Spoiler
• Front Bumper Color: Body-Color
• Mirror Color: Body-Color
• Door Handle Color: Body-Color
• Rear Spoiler Color: Body-Color
• Exhaust Tip Color: Chrome
• Rear Bumper Color: Body-Color
• Exhaust: Dual Tip

Comfort Features

• Floor Mat Material: Carpet
• Dash Trim: Alloy
• Shift Knob Trim: Leather
• Shift Knob Trim: Alloy
• Center Console Trim: Leather
• Steering Wheel Trim: Leather
• Armrests: Rear Folding
• Floor Mats: Rear
• Floor Mats: Front
• Foot Pedal Trim: Aluminum

Air Conditioning

• Front Air Conditioning: Automatic Climate Control
• Front Air Conditioning Zones: Dual
• Rear Vents: Second Row
• Air Filtration

Convenience Features

• Cupholders: Front
• Memorized Settings: 2 Driver
• Steering Wheel: Tilt And Telescopic
• One-Touch Windows: 2
• Reading Lights: Front
• Cargo Area Light
• Cruise Control
• Power Steering
• Courtesy Lights: Door
• Overhead Console: Front
• Steering Wheel Mounted Controls: Audio
• Memorized Settings: Driver Seat
• Memorized Settings: Side Mirrors
• Power Outlet(s): Three 12V
• Push-Button Start
• Vanity Mirrors: Dual Illuminating
• Reading Lights: Rear
• Center Console: Front Console With Armrest And Storage
• Rearview Mirror: Auto-Dimming
• Steering Wheel Mounted Controls: Cruise Control
• Universal Remote Transmitter: Homelink - Garage Door Opener
• Steering Wheel Mounted Controls: Paddle Shifter
• Storage: Front Seatback
• Ambient Lighting
• Storage: Cargo Tie-Down Anchors And Hooks
• Storage: Cargo Net
• Storage: Door Pockets
• Multi-Function Remote: Proximity Entry System
• Cupholders: Rear
• Capless Fuel Filler System
• Multi-Function Remote: Trunk Release

Suspension

• Front Suspension Classification: Independent
• Rear Suspension Classification: Independent
• Front Struts: MacPherson
• Rear Suspension Type: Multi-Link
• Rear Spring Type: Coil
• Front Stabilizer Bar
• Rear Stabilizer Bar
• Front Spring Type: Coil
• Front Suspension Type: Lower Control Arms
• Tuned Suspension: Sport
• Rear Shock Type: Twin-Tube Gas
• Front Shock Type: Gas

Brakes

• Rear Brake Type: Disc
• Front Brake Width: 1.3
• Rear Brake Width: 0.7
• Rear Brake Diameter: 13.6
• Front Brake Diameter: 13.9
• Front Brake Type: Ventilated Disc
• Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
• ABS: 4-Wheel

Drivetrain

• 4WD Type: On Demand
• Axle Ratio: 2.77

Stability and Traction

• Stability Control
• Traction Control
• Hill Holder Control

Engine

• Battery Saver

In Car Entertainment

• Infotainment: SYNC

Audio System

• Antenna Type: Mast
• In-Dash CD: 6 Disc
• In-Dash CD: MP3 Playback
• Subwoofer: 1
• Total Speakers: 6
• Radio: AM/FM
• Radio Data System
• Speed Sensitive Volume Control
• Premium Brand
• Auxiliary Audio Input: Jack
• Auxiliary Audio Input: USB
• Auxiliary Audio Input: IPod/IPhone
• Satellite Radio: SiriusXM

Instrumentation

• Gauge: Tachometer
• Compass
• External Temperature Display
• Multi-Function Display
• Warnings And Reminders: Maintenance Due
• Trip Odometer

Telematics

• Wireless Data Link: Bluetooth
• Navigation Data: Real Time Traffic

Lights

• Headlights: Auto On
• Headlights: HID/Xenon
• Exterior Entry Lights: Puddle Lamps
• Exterior Entry Lights: Approach Lamps
• Headlights: Wiper Activated
• Headlights: Auto Delay Off

Tires and Rims

• Wheels: Aluminum Alloy
• Spare Tire Size: Temporary
• Tire Type: All Season
• Spare Tire Mount Location: Inside
• Spare Wheel Type: Steel
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System
• Wheel Spokes: 5

Windows

• Front Wipers: Intermittent
• Window Defogger: Rear
• Power Windows: Safety Reverse
• Solar-Tinted Glass

Safety

• Impact Sensor: Post-Collision Safety System
• Rearview Monitor
• Child Safety Door Locks
• Child Seat Anchors: LATCH System
• Emergency Interior Trunk Release
• Camera System: Rearview
• Parking Sensors: Rear
• Programmable Safety Key
• Crumple Zones: Front
• Crumple Zones: Rear

Airbags

• Airbag Deactivation: Occupant Sensing Passenger
• Side Airbags: Front
• Front Airbags: Dual
• Side Curtain Airbags: Front
• Side Curtain Airbags: Rear

Mirrors

• Side Mirror Adjustments: Power
• Side Mirror Adjustments: Manual Folding
• Side Mirrors: Heated
• Side Mirrors: Driver Side Auto-Dimming

Security

• Anti-Theft System: Alarm
• Anti-Theft System: Vehicle Immobilizer
• Power Door Locks
• Anti-Theft System: Perimeter Alarm

Seats

• Upholstery Accents: Faux Suede
• Driver Seat Power Adjustments: Height
• Passenger Seat Power Adjustments: Height
• Driver Seat Power Adjustments: 10
• Rear Headrests: 3
• Front Headrests: 2
• Passenger Seat Power Adjustments: 10
• Front Seat Type: Bucket
• Upholstery: Leather
• Rear Seat Type: 60-40 Split Bench
• Rear Headrests: Fixed
• Rear Seat Folding: Flat
• Front Headrests: Adjustable
• Driver Seat Power Adjustments: Lumbar
• Passenger Seat Power Adjustments: Lumbar
• Driver Seat Power Adjustments: Reclining
• Passenger Seat Power Adjustments: Reclining

Seatbelts

• Seatbelt Pretensioners: Front
• Rear Seatbelts: 3-Point
• Front Seatbelts: 3-Point
• Emergency Locking Retractors: Front

Steering

• Turns Lock-To-Lock: 3
• Steering Ratio: 17.1

The foundation of the 2011 Taurus SHO is a 3.5-liter twin-turbocharged EcoBoost V-6 engine. This advanced powerplant generates 365 horsepower and 350 ft.-lb. of torque, resulting in significantly improved power, torque and fuel economy compared with larger, normally aspirated engines.

The new Taurus SHO driveline combines a high-capacity six-speed SelectShift transmission with a sophisticated torque-sensing all-wheel-drive system.

The Taurus SHO also features a sport-tuned suspension with unique shock absorbers, springs, stabilizer bars and strut mount bushings specifically developed and harmonized to deliver the highest level of road-holding, cornering agility and steering responsiveness available in a Ford full-size sedan.

A key element of the SHO is the subtlety of its unique exterior design cues. Features include sporty premium painted wheels wrapped in standard low-profile 19-inch Goodyear Eagle or optional 20-inch Michelin high-performance tires, a decklid-mounted spoiler and twin chrome exhaust tips. The car also features a uniquely finished interpretation of the Ford signature three-bar grille with SHO-specific parking lamp bezels.

The 2011 SHO interior encourages performance driving. Leather-trimmed seats with Miko suede inserts, made from recycled post-consumer yarns from plastic soft drink bottles, are comfortable and luxurious. A perforated leather-wrapped steering wheel puts the driver in smooth touch with the road. Front seats are 10-way power adjustable. SHO accelerator and brake pedals are trimmed in aluminum.