2009 Ford Taurus X: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2009 Ford Taurus X is a light-update year led by two newly standard safety features: Brake Assist and SOS Post-Crash Alert. Its V6, six-speed automatic, basic design, and three-row layout otherwise carry over.
About the 2009 Ford Taurus X
Single Taurus X generation (2008-2009), second and final year of the design that began life as the Ford Freestyle and was renamed/updated for 2008.
Ford positions the Taurus X as a versatile 7-passenger family crossover that blends wagon-like driving manners with minivan-style space and flexibility. The core selling points are a usable third row, easy cargo reconfiguration, long-item capability with the fold-flat front passenger seat, strong crash-test performance, and available AWD without stepping up to a truck-based SUV. Its identity is practical and family-focused: more spacious and easier to live with than many midsize crossovers, but less bulky and less image-driven than traditional large SUVs.
The SEL is the practical family version, with three rows, fold-flat seating, and a 263-hp V6. Eddie Bauer adds leather, heated front seats, automatic climate control, and Ford’s voice-controlled phone and media system, while Limited adds upgraded audio, memory settings, and rear parking sensors.
What changed, by category
2009 Ford Taurus X specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, 3.5 Liter | V6, 3.5 Liter | V6, 3.5 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 15 mpg | 15 mpg | 15 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 22 mpg | 22 mpg | 22 mpg |
| Horsepower | 263 hp | 263 hp | 263 hp |
| Torque | 249 lb-ft | 249 lb-ft | 249 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 2000 lb | 2000 lb | 2000 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 85.5 cu-ft | 85.5 cu-ft | 85.5 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 33.4 in | 33.4 in | 33.4 in |
| Seats | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Alarm System | |||
| Automatic Headlights | |||
| Rear Parking Sensors | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Fog Lights | |||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | |||
| Power Moonroof | |||
| Power Liftgate/Trunk Release | |||
| Roof Rails | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| Premium Audio | |||
| Satellite Radio | |||
| Dual Power Front Seats | |||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Heated Rear Seats | |||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | |||
| Leather Seats | |||
| Memory Driver's Seat | |||
| Memory Pedals | |||
| Power Adjustable Pedals | |||
| Power Driver Seat | |||
| Power Folding Rear Seat | |||
| Remote Start | |||
| Third Row Seat | |||
| Tilt Wheel | |||
| Wood Interior Trim | |||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2009 Ford Taurus X?
The biggest change is the addition of standard Brake Assist and SOS Post-Crash Alert across the lineup. Otherwise, 2009 is mostly a carryover year.
Was the 2009 Ford Taurus X redesigned?
No. The 2009 Taurus X keeps the design introduced under that name for 2008, with no major styling or structural overhaul.
Did the 2009 Ford Taurus X get a new engine or transmission?
No. It retains the 263-hp 3.5-liter V6 and six-speed automatic used for 2008, with front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive.
Which trims are in the 2009 Ford Taurus X lineup?
The 2009 Taurus X lineup consists of SEL, Eddie Bauer, and Limited. SEL emphasizes practical family use, Eddie Bauer adds comfort features, and Limited has the most upscale equipment.
Was 2009 the final year of the Ford Taurus X?
Yes. The 2009 model year was the final year for the Taurus X, and Ford did not give it a major overhaul before it left the market.