Ford
Ford Taurus: The Sedan That Reinvented Ford
The Taurus was a groundbreaking midsize sedan whose aerodynamic design revitalized Ford and became one of America's best-sellers.
Introduced in 1986, the original Taurus was a bold gamble whose smooth, aerodynamic styling broke from boxy convention and became a sensation. It revitalized Ford's fortunes and grew into one of the best-selling cars in America for years.
The Taurus also spawned the high-performance SHO (Super High Output) version, prized by enthusiasts. Over time the model evolved through several generations, later becoming a larger full-size sedan before being discontinued in North America around 2019.
The Taurus remains a landmark in automotive design history, a car that proved aerodynamic styling could win over mainstream buyers.