David Klimmek I had a 2013 Taurus Limited then got a 2016 Honda Civic and then went right back and traded it in for a 2017 Taurus Limited. I’m going to be so sad to see this car go I’m gonna ride this thing as long as I can
I got a 2010 ford Taurus SHOW, awesome car . was running hard with a Jaguar XE and he thought l was a plain Jane Taurus, he thought his car was fast but once my turbo's kicked in l smoked him and loved every minute of it!!!!
I am an F&I manager at a Ford Dealership in Ottawa Canada. I have been driving an SHO for 5 years and have another one on order. It is absolutely the ultimate sleeper. Any car which can go 0-60 in 5.2 seconds and weighs over 4000lbs is a beast! Great job as usual and keep up the great work.
+RUKidinme I live in Ottawa and purchased a 2011 Taurus sel in Aug...I really wish i had got the SHO and will for sure be making the upgrade next time :)
+Jon d I recommend it highly Jon. The most underrated sedan and engine among the big three US automotive manufacturers. Twin turbo technology has been around for a long time but it has rarely been used to better effect. That having been said, I have driven the SEL on many on occasion as a rental and enjoyed it thoroughly. Come see us at Campbell Ford for the SHO!
+Lederrio Stone (Stonevisuals) I know what you mean. When I was in my teens the car everyone wanted was the Acura NSX. It think it did 0-60 in 5.6 seconds. Never dreamed I would one day own a 4000 pound sedan that was quicker! lol
Believe it or not! The SHO is my dream car. I haven't gotten one yet, but i WILL! Been following the production for years. this model has my eyes wide open.
Nice review thanks! Based on the lack on info from Ford, looks like this might be the last year. I love my 2010 SHO, trouble free 6 yrs. With a simple canned tune from Livernois, you can expect around 420hp, and 1/4 mile times around 12 sec. Definitely a sleeper....
I used to have a 93 SHO, then a 95 SHO, then a 98 SHO. I remember back in the days of the 500 thinking "Damn, Ford will never have another SHO", but then they did! And I hope they continue the legacy with a new model. 400+HP/400+TQ would be nice and is completely doable with the new 3.5 Ecoboost.
I dunno... Ford Taurus sales are doing very bad, Ford may discontinue the Taurus. Originally Ford discontinued the Crown Victoria because the market shifted towards FWD. Now my second favorite car is going to be discontinued? Please NOOOOO!... If the Taurus is discontinued I'll take my business to Dodge.
I suggested to Ford they should do a 3.9 L V6 Ecoboost, they said they've reviewed my suggestion and aren't going to consider it now but may in the future or something like that.
chuck mate China is weird though, they've had the updated Taurus for a minute now, I believe it's on the stretched fusion platform like the Lincoln Continental here. With the sales of trucks and SUVs being what they are in the states at the moment, it's not unusual that Ford has dropped the ball on the large sedan here.
I bought this car, its my third one now. Mine is dark green metallic - nice color changes depending on how the sun hits it. Goes dark green, black and speckles of blue - Awesome Car - I have put on 80,000 in just over a year. I buy them to drive them. Great value truly - I use it for sales on the road. Seats are fantastic - hot and cool works very well. I find when I am tired after driving 800 or more in a day I put on the cool seat feature and wakes me up for the journey home. I would highly recommend the car - I do put on winter tires and wheels ( Police Interceptor steel with chrome caps) I do find though people slow down always when on highways when I put those on, it truly then looks like a cop car. I do not hammer it - I drive it hard - it gets great fuel mileage!
Let me guess. This is a 2014 in Darkside Metallic. I've got the same car in the Limited trim level. Everything you wrote is my exact experience, too. I've never owned a better car for long road trips. Any trip, 50 miles or 500, it never wears me out. I like taking out new passengers for a ride because it always exceeds what they expected in a hefty American cruiser. I like when they've realized how serene trip has been and one of them finally blurts out "THIS is a Taurus??" When I have to ride in other people's cars I'm never impressed anymore. I still think my chameleon green Taurus is beautiful every day I walk up to it and I look forward to any trip I can take.
Currently have a '12 f-150 xlt, I can't tell you how grateful it'd be to get parking sensors with cameras. Had my doubts w the SHO which I almost bought before I got my truck, rest assured this vid changed my mind. This car looks and sounds beautiful. Nice video.
This car is the best, Ive had the SEL and now I drive the limited hoping to upgrade to the SHO. I love it I haven't had any problems with my cars!!!!! Love, love it
I am a Cadillac person, always liked all Cadillacs. This Ford SHO looks very nice and has everything. I definitely would consider buying a Ford SHO as a daily driver.
I have a 2013 SHO. It's pronounced SHOW from 2010. I have the performance package, Air raid cold air intake and magnaflow exhaust and dual tips. Love it. For over 4000lbs it sure can move. 0-60 in 5.2 seconds stock
Makes no sense to pronounce it show when they could've just added a W to the name......plus what's a SHO???? Makes better sense as Super High Output.....if it means anything.....it's better abbreviated letter by letter....like all other cars.......can't imagine calling a ZR1 corvette.......a ZuuuuurrrrrrrOne 🤣.
@@MrDerekRobinson NASA, pin, aids, radar, laser. I'm willing to bet you prononced all of those as words, but they are all in fact acronyms. It isn't a new concept pronouncing an acronym as a word because they are just that, an abbreviation.
I wanted a 300 srt since it came out in 2006, then I went to work at a Ford store selling cars, I got introduced to the SHO, well a week ago I bought the ultimate sleeper and never looked back, I got it at a third of the price of an SRT 300 and all the options you can imagine, the only draw back is, in 2011 they didn't have auto start or heated steering wheel, which the Chrysler had already for two years, but it handles better for sure and easier on fuel (unless your making those 2 turbo's work) all in all its an incredible car
Add in a cool air intake and you can feel the added boost off the line. Have my 2014 and it is a blast to drive! Gets the sports car guys mad when I pass them.
I think it's kinda funny people arguing over how to say the name. Back in the 90's with the original high revving Yamaha V6 SHO we all knew it was short for Super High Output, we all knew it was S.H.O. but many of us said "Sho" as it was shorter and easier to say!
CDN12Guns And the early SHO's were known for beating the 5.0's. Then when gear heads got it, it was the norm to mate the 3.2 that came only auto with the manual 5spd tranny. The 3 liter that came with the 5spd was a monster but a lil one.
I own a 2010 Ford Fusion Sport aka Baby SHO. My Dad bought that car brand new off the showroom floor. It's loaded and is in Brilliant Silver Metallic with the special Leather seats that have the Racing Blue perforated inserts with matching blue interior accents. This car never seen winter ever and looks still brand new inside and out. Very fast as well has the 24V DOHC Cyclone 3.5 Big V6 and the Aisin T-80 6spd select shift transmission. Alot of people didn't know they made a Sport Fusion in the first gen like mine. My Dad also owned a silver 1996 Taurus LX wasnt the SHO unfortunately but was close enough and I also loved that car was special cause that was my first car and the car I learned to drive in. Love my Ford's too ! Awesome Channel 👍
thanks for your video. I have a 2015 SHO and until I watched your video I didn't know it had a lip balm holder or those pen holders. never noticed them. great car, a joy to drive.
I have a 2017 black on black (everyone thinks I'm a state trooper) what Makes this car powerful is the adaptive cruise control is insane. I let the car do all the work set on 90mph-95mph, about 97% of drivers won't dare go thar fast especially if you're in a sho n the car itself is doing all the breaking for u. The upgrades u do is Insane. Car so dam powerful after I pay mines off getting another 1 but a 2019... please ppl get u 1, black on black 😎
Vortech built a very limited number of supercharger kits for these cars, taking hp to over 400... 0-60 took 4.5 sec and 12.8@114 mph was not bad for a 3200 lb "Executive Express" as it was called in 1989... My quickest was a 1992 bolt-on stick. Estimated at 290 hp crank. It was good for 5.3 0-60 runs. I know this because I had fun beating my buddy's in their 1994-95 Camaro SS's.
In 1989 the Taurus S.H.O. Got its name from the Yamaha derived V-6 Super High Output and what a beautiful engine it is , to this day it is still amazing to just look at the intake runners on it , when they brought the Taurus back it no longer had a Yamaha v6 hence why it is now just the SHO . I think Ford needs to up the HP to compete with the M series and Cadillacs .
At the time, in early 90's, the SHO had some of the highest general, required maintenance of almost any car. It was on par with a Porsche Turbo 911 of the same year. Even a set of basic plug wires was $275...
Beautiful sedan! The '19s are going fast. I'm shopping them now in NW Ohio area. Love these vehicles. Stylish, safe, comfortable, very well built to last a long time folks. #Ecoboost
Yes, this is the Ultimate Sleeper. Personally, I would love this to Own this car In Europe. I've showed this Video and Car to Several High Performance Ford Dealers And They WOuld Love to have it !
I have always liked the Taurus line up from the start. I owned a 97 and I now drive a 07. I am working on purchasing a newer one. I do like me this sho and I will have one... Thank you for the review
Awesome, thanks so much for the awesome walk-thru. I'm glad I'm not missing out on upgrades on the new model, as I'm the proud owner of a '14 SHO (as of last October)! I've had several SHOs in my past (an '89 as well as a '91), and although the Yamaha motor was fun, it was nothing like the tt model (I've never cared much for the "Ecoboost" nomenclature). Mine is the same color and although it is not a "Performance Package" model, it DOES have awesome looking 20" wheels. I have a K&N filter to install when I get around to it. My only complaints are: 1) The "My Ford Touch" system is EXTREMELY "laggy", to the point of being a serious distraction while driving, and 2) You can't hear the turbos! :( It sounds as if Ford has adressed #1, and I'm really hoping that the K&N will help a little with #2. All-in all it IS an awesome car. We got a high of 34 mph driving to Vegas, but it averages the low 20's, during "normal" driving. Thanks again for the detailed review.
I'm in the market for a car. I'm loving the Taurus. This car is a beauty. I'm thinking of test driving it this weekend to get a feel of how it drives in person. I've been pronouncing SHO as "show" this whole time. Nice review man.
No need to test drive. Imagine you are in the best car in the world - that is how extraordinary the ride is. TIGHT, POWER, lacks only a nice rumble option, aka the Bullitt Mustang, but it is a 6, so i will never sound like the 4.6 L stang- my fav.
I had a 2011 Lexus 460l awd. It got shot up real bad and was totaled out by ins. I bought a 2010 SHO and I don’t miss the lex at all. The Ford runs like a top and actually has more amenities than the Lexus… and she is fast asf 🔥
I love these cars. I'm on the fence about buying one but I keep hearing about the dreadful water pump issue and how expensive/difficult it is to fix it
It’s not as common and bad as you think, I work with two major ford techs and one previous one that still does the water pump jobs on the 3.5, 3.7, and the 3.5 ecoboost and it’s obviously an issue but they said it isn’t as common and as big of a deal as it seems and just simply checking coolant during maintenance you’ll be ok and many have went 150,000+ miles on the original one with no problems and good maintenance is key as well but the tech I have spoke to said he’s only seen one 3.7 v6 come in with a bad water pump he has seen less of those than the 3.5 doesn’t know why though.
I know I'm a year late but the water pump is in fact a serious issue. I've heard of it failing at 50-60k and even mine has started leaking at 80k. It can be quite costly as it is located behind the timing cover but fret not, as long as you keep an eye on your coolant temp and pay attention to any dripping from the under carriage it is a very preventable disaster. There is a weep hole on the side of the pump itself and it will drip the coolant down the front of the block well before it actually causes any serious issues. Unfortunately most of the stories out there of people having engines blown is just unaware and oblivious owners. I would 1000% recommend buying this car for the right price. It truly is one of the best bang for buck "performance" cars on the market.
Reliability? The SHO generates 350 Ft lbs at 1500 RPM. Nice review. There are many videos of this car demolishing others at a drag strip. I considered this car but bought a Genesis 4.6 385 HP 333 torque instead. It’s the best car i’ve owned. It’s quick, quiet, and comfortable for long trips. And I’ve gotten 30 MPG to boot! The SHO has a touch screen. Did not want that. I like the Genesis navigation knob.
I think it is time for a refresh for this car it needs all the new ford stuff like magnaride all the driving/steering modes, Recaro's, flat bottom steering wheel, Brembos etc.
Yamaha still did the hands on the late 90's models V8 32v, but did little for power. Infact, the 1992 model year there was a rare SE versions b of the SHO that had 230 hp, stick only, and it posted 5.9 0-60 times. The automatics also became available in 1992-1995, with a slightly larger 3.2L 24v V6 while the sticks were a 3.0L.
I have a 1997 SHO. There were no punctuation marks between the letters. It stood for Super High Output. Just the same as the news ones do. It's called a S H O...now a sho.
The official pronunciation is now show. The two cars have nothing in common and technically have different names. SHO is one syllable vs three for S-H-O. Really the only reason people complain about this is to try and flex their not so impressive car knowledge.
+Matt Doyle I totally agree with you, it is pronounced as a single syllable. The SHO has never had periods between the lettering, just the same as other Taurus models GL, GS, LS, SE. It could be that anyone noting periods is attempting to be grammatically correct, which in either case they would still be wrong.
You'll note the other Taurus models are not called the "Glu", "Gus", "Les" or "See". SHO has always been pronounced S H O. It stands for Super High Output. Always has. Ford's marketing department can call it the "Unicorn" for all I care. Marketing guys are also the ones who decided minivans and wagons no longer exist even though they actually do. (see: "crossover").
***** What an unimpressive comeback to go along with your unimpressive car knowledge. Brush up on your Matchbox knowledge, kid. Now tell your mommy I said hello. She'll know what you mean.
I congratulate you and thank you for the detailed and exiting tour of the interior of the Taurus SHO 2016 which you wont get any other way. A definite BUY !! People: The video gets sharper and more exiting about half way. A little boring at first, but I can see now this guy is serious and very knowledgeable about the Taurus SHO 2016, a great, beautiful and powerful car, no matter how you look at it. .
I like the car. Right now mine is the 05 GTO 6.0 400 horse Vette engine. 6 Speed. But this car looks like a true sleeper. Seems to have plenty power with the Turbos. Not really a Ford person but I do have the 02 Thunderbird also. I could shop for this car. Its subtle and very low key on the road. Hot rodders beware.
I just recently bought a Ford fusion titanium I never been a guy. But Ford is coming out with some very nice looking cars I think this Taurus is badass
Amazing vehicle, so much American Muscle! Thank you for another video :) I hope to be as entertaining as you one day! I love the Auto and the Vlog! Something I try to share and do as well
Hey...love your videos...very informative...just so you know...the carbon fiber like material on the passenger front dash is solid aluminum...Keep the videos going!
I gotta say this car in my little world pretty darn good, now the 2021 mustang gt500 is number one except it can’t be used in winter and is not kid friendly and for the love of dear god I can’t afford it, So as far as what I need and want this Taurus SHO checks everything off my list and then some, the only negative with this car is everyone else will think your a cop, this could be a bit of a novelty, just be late for something and try and get there on time other people will drive under the speed limit and get in the way, it can be frustrating unless you have a little Emerson Fittapaldi in ya, he is a very famous F1 car racer that is known to be wild and dangerous on the track and scared the shit out of the toughest and strongest drivers and he would always smile.
My first car was a handed down base 05 Taurus and I really disliked it; and was certain I'd never get another Taurus. However, my dad got a 2016 Explorer and I've really changed my perspective on Ford's build quality for price and the Taurus SHO is actually looking quite nice to me. Honestly, if I were in the market for a new vehicle again, I'd seriously consider a SHO because it's hard to find a car you can drive all year (especially with AWD), and can be fun and fast for the price.
I have the 2010 SHO 160k miles now. Rear muffler delete air raid CAI is all I have “done” and the only problems I have with it is that at idle if it sits too long it overheats. Also if I’m not moving forward at 15mph or more my AC doesn’t push cold air out. OTHERWISE the thing hauls butt. Hilarious to walk a tuned wrx with an otherwise stock SHO or go 140mph which I thought was impossible due to the governor kickin in.
Legroom wise, i was kinda shocked with the Taurus. Ive never seen the Taurus compared to Altima, Optima or Passat. The Passat won in rear legroom in all categories. Im 5'11 and can sit behind my seat setting and even cross my one on top of the other.
Fusion Sport all the way, Ford has basically abandoned this car. The Fusion they still are improving and give a shit about the car. Unless you really need the extra legroom of the Taurus, I can't imagine anyone going that route.
Mike Gauer The SHO has 365 HP and 350 Lbs/tq, and weighs 4343. The Fusion Sport is 325 HP and 380 Lbs/tq, but it'll undercut the Tarus by 400 to 500 lbs. Fusion will walk the taurus SHO
+Rob Kahla I actually really miss my Taurus. The Fusion Sport may be a nice car with good materials but the way some of those materials are put together cheapens the feel. For instance, the door handles feel like a part that might fall off if you had to pull off the cap once to use the actual key to unlock the doors. The Taurus us outdated now yes, but it feels much more solid. My Focus is a letdown now, and I'd have already traded in if I hadn't gone from a good deal on the Taurus to a bad one on the Focus. Oh, and leg room in the Taurus good but not great. The Fusion actually wins there. The Taurus excels on trunk room. Cavernous!
Got a 14 taurus sel and love everything but the driving dynamics. Looking to get a newer sho performance package next. That should solve all my problems, especially with a tune.
The performance package was a separate option. Mine also had the 402a. I got rid of it for a fully loaded 2016 Fusion Energi, the incentives were so good to pass up on it. and I got a good deal on trade.
my co-worker has one of these bad boys, He put a tuner in it and it now has 465hp, It's pretty bad ass
"tune into the big sho."
Cool
I own a 2010 sho with the carbon fiber package, and I love this car so much.
Better grab a '19 model ...last yr of this amazing sedan! I'm getting a new SEL AWD here soon. This car will be missed .
David Klimmek I had a 2013 Taurus Limited then got a 2016 Honda Civic and then went right back and traded it in for a 2017 Taurus Limited. I’m going to be so sad to see this car go I’m gonna ride this thing as long as I can
I got a 2010 ford Taurus SHOW, awesome car . was running hard with a Jaguar XE and he thought l was a plain Jane Taurus, he thought his car was fast but once my turbo's kicked in l smoked him and loved every minute of it!!!!
I am an F&I manager at a Ford Dealership in Ottawa Canada. I have been driving an SHO for 5 years and have another one on order. It is absolutely the ultimate sleeper. Any car which can go 0-60 in 5.2 seconds and weighs over 4000lbs is a beast! Great job as usual and keep up the great work.
+RUKidinme Thank you ! And I agree !
+RUKidinme I live in Ottawa and purchased a 2011 Taurus sel in Aug...I really wish i had got the SHO and will for sure be making the upgrade next time :)
+RUKidinme indeed sleeper but i own the mks ecoboost . i think its the ultimate sleeper lol they never see it coming only going past .
+Jon d I recommend it highly Jon. The most underrated sedan and engine among the big three US automotive manufacturers. Twin turbo technology has been around for a long time but it has rarely been used to better effect. That having been said, I have driven the SEL on many on occasion as a rental and enjoyed it thoroughly. Come see us at Campbell Ford for the SHO!
+Lederrio Stone (Stonevisuals) I know what you mean. When I was in my teens the car everyone wanted was the Acura NSX. It think it did 0-60 in 5.6 seconds. Never dreamed I would one day own a 4000 pound sedan that was quicker! lol
Believe it or not! The SHO is my dream car. I haven't gotten one yet, but i WILL! Been following the production for years. this model has my eyes wide open.
This car deserves to be brought back and into production again!!!!!!!!!!!
Nice review thanks!
Based on the lack on info from Ford, looks like this might be the last year.
I love my 2010 SHO, trouble free 6 yrs. With a simple canned tune from Livernois, you can expect around 420hp, and 1/4 mile times around 12 sec.
Definitely a sleeper....
+marksecoboost Thank's ! I haven't heard anything about them discontinuing the SHO but let's hope not ! :)
wow this thing is so bad ass... highly underrated !
This car really deserves quad exhaust tips.
Renato Gomes this car deserves the front parking sensors like its little brother Fusion has.
@@deathcheater9303 stfu bitch
@@josejoachin1646 Why are you so mad lmao
i just bought a '13 Taurus SHO..and i love it so much..power and style.
The exhaust must sound nice
I used to have a 93 SHO, then a 95 SHO, then a 98 SHO. I remember back in the days of the 500 thinking "Damn, Ford will never have another SHO", but then they did! And I hope they continue the legacy with a new model. 400+HP/400+TQ would be nice and is completely doable with the new 3.5 Ecoboost.
I dunno... Ford Taurus sales are doing very bad, Ford may discontinue the Taurus. Originally Ford discontinued the Crown Victoria because the market shifted towards FWD. Now my second favorite car is going to be discontinued? Please NOOOOO!... If the Taurus is discontinued I'll take my business to Dodge.
I suggested to Ford they should do a 3.9 L V6 Ecoboost, they said they've reviewed my suggestion and aren't going to consider it now but may in the future or something like that.
chuck mate China is weird though, they've had the updated Taurus for a minute now, I believe it's on the stretched fusion platform like the Lincoln Continental here. With the sales of trucks and SUVs being what they are in the states at the moment, it's not unusual that Ford has dropped the ball on the large sedan here.
I bought this car, its my third one now. Mine is dark green metallic - nice color changes depending on how the sun hits it. Goes dark green, black and speckles of blue - Awesome Car - I have put on 80,000 in just over a year. I buy them to drive them.
Great value truly - I use it for sales on the road. Seats are fantastic - hot and cool works very well. I find when I am tired after driving 800 or more in a day I put on the cool seat feature and wakes me up for the journey home.
I would highly recommend the car - I do put on winter tires and wheels ( Police Interceptor steel with chrome caps) I do find though people slow down always when on highways when I put those on, it truly then looks like a cop car.
I do not hammer it - I drive it hard - it gets great fuel mileage!
Let me guess. This is a 2014 in Darkside Metallic. I've got the same car in the Limited trim level. Everything you wrote is my exact experience, too. I've never owned a better car for long road trips. Any trip, 50 miles or 500, it never wears me out. I like taking out new passengers for a ride because it always exceeds what they expected in a hefty American cruiser. I like when they've realized how serene trip has been and one of them finally blurts out "THIS is a Taurus??"
When I have to ride in other people's cars I'm never impressed anymore. I still think my chameleon green Taurus is beautiful every day I walk up to it and I look forward to any trip I can take.
I have a 2013 Limited, great car
Currently have a '12 f-150 xlt, I can't tell you how grateful it'd be to get parking sensors with cameras. Had my doubts w the SHO which I almost bought before I got my truck, rest assured this vid changed my mind. This car looks and sounds beautiful. Nice video.
lol everyone ages 25 and up sleeps on Taurus SHOs because we all remember the 90s Taurus
I learned my lesson. We raced one at red light and i turned to my friend amazed. All i remember of that car was the 3 letters on the back bumper SHO.
This car is the best, Ive had the SEL and now I drive the limited hoping to upgrade to the SHO. I love it I haven't had any problems with my cars!!!!! Love, love it
Shinigami oh hell yeah! My family car from Oct ‘91 to ‘97 was a ‘92 Taurus. Great car. Always wished my dad had sprung for the Sho back then.
@@cloudygigi2270 I have a 2013 awd exl v6 black great car
@@cloudygigi2270 love the 2016 sho too what a car
I just got one. It has quickly become my favorite car I've ever owned.
I got one of these on the way from carvana. Can't wait
I own a 2015 SHO and rumor was they were not going to make them anymore. I owned a 2013 Limited and the SHO is a beast! I love it!!
thanku so much I just got the 2015 exact same black on black I was a previous Acura owner and I am so impressed
+Nicholas Lopez You're welcome! Thanks for watching
Do you still own it ? If so, any major problems with it ?
I am a Cadillac person, always liked all Cadillacs. This Ford SHO looks very nice and has everything. I definitely would consider buying a Ford SHO as a daily driver.
I have a 2013 SHO. It's pronounced SHOW from 2010. I have the performance package, Air raid cold air intake and magnaflow exhaust and dual tips. Love it. For over 4000lbs it sure can move. 0-60 in 5.2 seconds stock
Makes no sense to pronounce it show when they could've just added a W to the name......plus what's a SHO???? Makes better sense as Super High Output.....if it means anything.....it's better abbreviated letter by letter....like all other cars.......can't imagine calling a ZR1 corvette.......a ZuuuuurrrrrrrOne 🤣.
@@MrDerekRobinson NASA, pin, aids, radar, laser. I'm willing to bet you prononced all of those as words, but they are all in fact acronyms. It isn't a new concept pronouncing an acronym as a word because they are just that, an abbreviation.
I wanted a 300 srt since it came out in 2006, then I went to work at a Ford store selling cars, I got introduced to the SHO, well a week ago I bought the ultimate sleeper and never looked back, I got it at a third of the price of an SRT 300 and all the options you can imagine, the only draw back is, in 2011 they didn't have auto start or heated steering wheel, which the Chrysler had already for two years, but it handles better for sure and easier on fuel (unless your making those 2 turbo's work) all in all its an incredible car
Add in a cool air intake and you can feel the added boost off the line. Have my 2014 and it is a blast to drive! Gets the sports car guys mad when I pass them.
Wow, The Taurus SHO with the 3.5 Ecoboost sounds amazing man!
set of black rims and bull bar would look awesome .
Yes, officer.
I think it's kinda funny people arguing over how to say the name. Back in the 90's with the original high revving Yamaha V6 SHO we all knew it was short for Super High Output, we all knew it was S.H.O. but many of us said "Sho" as it was shorter and easier to say!
CDN12Guns And the early SHO's were known for beating the 5.0's. Then when gear heads got it, it was the norm to mate the 3.2 that came only auto with the manual 5spd tranny. The 3 liter that came with the 5spd was a monster but a lil one.
Same stupid argument people make with wheels/rims motor/engine
Five years later…. I have driven a Sho AND a S H O. I couldn’t tell the difference. They drove exactly the same.
I own a 2010 Ford Fusion Sport aka Baby SHO. My Dad bought that car brand new off the showroom floor. It's loaded and is in Brilliant Silver Metallic with the special Leather seats that have the Racing Blue perforated inserts with matching blue interior accents. This car never seen winter ever and looks still brand new inside and out. Very fast as well has the 24V DOHC Cyclone 3.5 Big V6 and the Aisin T-80 6spd select shift transmission. Alot of people didn't know they made a Sport Fusion in the first gen like mine. My Dad also owned a silver 1996 Taurus LX wasnt the SHO unfortunately but was close enough and I also loved that car was special cause that was my first car and the car I learned to drive in. Love my Ford's too ! Awesome Channel 👍
Great reviews! You motivated me to go get a Ford Taurus while I didn't get the SHO I did get the Limited and it is superb.
thanks for your video. I have a 2015 SHO and until I watched your video I didn't know it had a lip balm holder or those pen holders. never noticed them. great car, a joy to drive.
+Paul Muldoon Thanks for watching, glad you liked it :)
I have a 2017 black on black (everyone thinks I'm a state trooper) what Makes this car powerful is the adaptive cruise control is insane. I let the car do all the work set on 90mph-95mph, about 97% of drivers won't dare go thar fast especially if you're in a sho n the car itself is doing all the breaking for u. The upgrades u do is Insane. Car so dam powerful after I pay mines off getting another 1 but a 2019... please ppl get u 1, black on black 😎
I drive the Taurus' cousin, a Lincoln MKS. It has the same motor. Another sleeper!
Vortech built a very limited number of supercharger kits for these cars, taking hp to over 400... 0-60 took 4.5 sec and 12.8@114 mph was not bad for a 3200 lb "Executive Express" as it was called in 1989... My quickest was a 1992 bolt-on stick. Estimated at 290 hp crank. It was good for 5.3 0-60 runs. I know this because I had fun beating my buddy's in their 1994-95 Camaro SS's.
In 1989 the Taurus S.H.O. Got its name from the Yamaha derived V-6 Super High Output and what a beautiful engine it is , to this day it is still amazing to just look at the intake runners on it , when they brought the Taurus back it no longer had a Yamaha v6 hence why it is now just the SHO . I think Ford needs to up the HP to compete with the M series and Cadillacs .
+Corvette1 I agree, this should have at least 100 more horse !
Miss my 92! Whenever I'd get gas I'd pull in to full-serve so they would pop my hood and say WOW what the hell is that!?!?
At the time, in early 90's, the SHO had some of the highest general, required maintenance of almost any car. It was on par with a Porsche Turbo 911 of the same year. Even a set of basic plug wires was $275...
Beautiful sedan! The '19s are going fast. I'm shopping them now in NW Ohio area. Love these vehicles. Stylish, safe, comfortable, very well built to last a long time folks. #Ecoboost
Yes, this is the Ultimate Sleeper. Personally, I would love this to Own this car In Europe. I've showed this Video and Car to Several High Performance Ford Dealers And They WOuld Love to have it !
+Stefan Rood Cool !
SHO Tauruses are AWESOME! I would LOVE to have this car!
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I have always liked the Taurus line up from the start. I owned a 97 and I now drive a 07. I am working on purchasing a newer one. I do like me this sho and I will have one... Thank you for the review
Awesome, thanks so much for the awesome walk-thru. I'm glad I'm not missing out on upgrades on the new model, as I'm the proud owner of a '14 SHO (as of last October)! I've had several SHOs in my past (an '89 as well as a '91), and although the Yamaha motor was fun, it was nothing like the tt model (I've never cared much for the "Ecoboost" nomenclature). Mine is the same color and although it is not a "Performance Package" model, it DOES have awesome looking 20" wheels. I have a K&N filter to install when I get around to it. My only complaints are: 1) The "My Ford Touch" system is EXTREMELY "laggy", to the point of being a serious distraction while driving, and 2) You can't hear the turbos! :( It sounds as if Ford has adressed #1, and I'm really hoping that the K&N will help a little with #2. All-in all it IS an awesome car. We got a high of 34 mph driving to Vegas, but it averages the low 20's, during "normal" driving. Thanks again for the detailed review.
+ArcadeDude44 You're welcome! Thanks for watching :)
I'm in the market for a car. I'm loving the Taurus. This car is a beauty. I'm thinking of test driving it this weekend to get a feel of how it drives in person. I've been pronouncing SHO as "show" this whole time. Nice review man.
You know what? SHO (Show) or S.H.O. doesn't change how the car is meant to perform one bit, so be comfortable with yourself. I love this 'baby'
No need to test drive. Imagine you are in the best car in the world - that is how extraordinary the ride is. TIGHT, POWER, lacks only a nice rumble option, aka the Bullitt Mustang, but it is a 6, so i will never sound like the 4.6 L stang- my fav.
Great car, I have a 2015. Love it stock, performance package. Under the radar 😎
Love our SHO’s....quick, stylish, economical and trouble free so far....
Was called Shogun by many in the late 80's mid 90's. I had a dark green one. The Yamaha designed engine was a masterpiece !
No big deal to Mr Yamaha
And that beautiful intake
I had a 2011 Lexus 460l awd. It got shot up real bad and was totaled out by ins. I bought a 2010 SHO and I don’t miss the lex at all. The Ford runs like a top and actually has more amenities than the Lexus… and she is fast asf 🔥
We have two SHOs and love them!
I am so happy w/ my ,2014 ford taurus police interceptor AWD 3.7 V6...love it
I have a 2013 and its a great car at 61 K no issues at all and I run her WOT alot!!! sleeper is life!!!
I have a '15 and the auto high beam headlight is so perfect it is spooky. It can see around corners. Love the car.
That driver seat is all the way back when you shut it off.
I love these cars. I'm on the fence about buying one but I keep hearing about the dreadful water pump issue and how expensive/difficult it is to fix it
It’s not as common and bad as you think, I work with two major ford techs and one previous one that still does the water pump jobs on the 3.5, 3.7, and the 3.5 ecoboost and it’s obviously an issue but they said it isn’t as common and as big of a deal as it seems and just simply checking coolant during maintenance you’ll be ok and many have went 150,000+ miles on the original one with no problems and good maintenance is key as well but the tech I have spoke to said he’s only seen one 3.7 v6 come in with a bad water pump he has seen less of those than the 3.5 doesn’t know why though.
I know I'm a year late but the water pump is in fact a serious issue. I've heard of it failing at 50-60k and even mine has started leaking at 80k. It can be quite costly as it is located behind the timing cover but fret not, as long as you keep an eye on your coolant temp and pay attention to any dripping from the under carriage it is a very preventable disaster. There is a weep hole on the side of the pump itself and it will drip the coolant down the front of the block well before it actually causes any serious issues. Unfortunately most of the stories out there of people having engines blown is just unaware and oblivious owners. I would 1000% recommend buying this car for the right price. It truly is one of the best bang for buck "performance" cars on the market.
Awesome car I like the older SHO's too. but this gen could definitely use a refresh.
The original V6 SHO was made by Yamaha and called the SHOGUN. SHO has been acceptable the same as S-H-O since day one.
livernois, unleash and couple more aftermarket tunes make these things fly. by far these are ultimate sleepers
Reliability? The SHO generates 350 Ft lbs at 1500 RPM. Nice review. There are many videos of this car demolishing others at a drag strip. I considered this car but bought a Genesis 4.6 385 HP 333 torque instead. It’s the best car i’ve owned. It’s quick, quiet, and comfortable for long trips. And I’ve gotten 30 MPG to boot! The SHO has a touch screen. Did not want that. I like the Genesis navigation knob.
I think it is time for a refresh for this car it needs all the new ford stuff like magnaride all the driving/steering modes, Recaro's, flat bottom steering wheel, Brembos etc.
And I cannot wait for Ford to start putting their ZF 10-speed auto, that they Co-developed with Chevy, in their cars and trucks.
Then it won’t be a sleeper dumbass
bryan lol
They add all that crap, then it wouldn't be a sedan, it would be a sports car. And the price would be ridiculous
Yamaha still did the hands on the late 90's models V8 32v, but did little for power. Infact, the 1992 model year there was a rare SE versions b of the SHO that had 230 hp, stick only, and it posted 5.9 0-60 times. The automatics also became available in 1992-1995, with a slightly larger 3.2L 24v V6 while the sticks were a 3.0L.
Great content I’m looking at 2018 sho right now. Louisville Kentucky watching keep videos coming sir
love the Taurus sho! the only thing I dislike on the Taurus is that chrome stripe between the tail lights...
I have a 1997 SHO. There were no punctuation marks between the letters. It stood for Super High Output. Just the same as the news ones do. It's called a S H O...now a sho.
The official pronunciation is now show. The two cars have nothing in common and technically have different names. SHO is one syllable vs three for S-H-O. Really the only reason people complain about this is to try and flex their not so impressive car knowledge.
+Matt Doyle I totally agree with you, it is pronounced as a single syllable. The SHO has never had periods between the lettering, just the same as other Taurus models GL, GS, LS, SE. It could be that anyone noting periods is attempting to be grammatically correct, which in either case they would still be wrong.
You'll note the other Taurus models are not called the "Glu", "Gus", "Les" or "See". SHO has always been pronounced S H O. It stands for Super High Output. Always has. Ford's marketing department can call it the "Unicorn" for all I care. Marketing guys are also the ones who decided minivans and wagons no longer exist even though they actually do. (see: "crossover").
Wrong...but you did take advantage of an opportunity to show your unimpressive car knowledge.
I've got a participation trophy with your name on it.
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What an unimpressive comeback to go along with your unimpressive car knowledge. Brush up on your Matchbox knowledge, kid. Now tell your mommy I said hello. She'll know what you mean.
I congratulate you and thank you for the detailed and exiting tour of the interior of the Taurus SHO 2016 which you wont get any other way. A definite BUY !!
People: The video gets sharper and more exiting about half way. A little boring at first, but I can see now this guy is serious and very knowledgeable about the Taurus SHO 2016, a great, beautiful and powerful car, no matter how you look at it. .
Who cares about the name, and it's not a touchy subject just call it as it is. SHO! Great clip Man.
Tovarizer It's not a "clip", it's a "magazine"!
ah, shit. Wrong argument! 😂
I own a 92 S.H.O. however I really want a newer SHO.
AKghandi is it quick?
surprisingly so. i had it up to 145
The police version does 150mph. However, the interceptor has a option for a 3.5L V6 365HP Twin Turbo Ecoboost and 6 speed automatic.
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I like the car. Right now mine is the 05 GTO 6.0 400 horse Vette engine. 6 Speed. But this car looks like a true sleeper. Seems to have plenty power with the Turbos. Not really a Ford person but I do have the 02 Thunderbird also. I could shop for this car. Its subtle and very low key on the road. Hot rodders beware.
trollerguy I love that pauncho, ots a true sleeper as well.
Hardly anybody knows whats lurking under the hood
I just recently bought a Ford fusion titanium I never been a guy. But Ford is coming out with some very nice looking cars I think this Taurus is badass
It's to bad you've "never been a guy" I really enjoy being one.
Dam SIRI "ford guy"🙄
Nice. I agree the SHO don't get a lot of attention☹️. It's definitely due for a redesign.
+Damon Brown Yeah, It will be interesting to see what it would look like :)
+AutoVlog I know, it really would🤔😀
+Martin Dennis I agree with you, but some "sleeper" cars need to up their game if they want to stay around. That's how they become a dead car.
+Martin Dennis the design needs to change. It's getting a little dated.
+Martin Dennis Ford needs to market it better as well. It's consistently beat in its segment.
Amazing vehicle, so much American Muscle! Thank you for another video :) I hope to be as entertaining as you one day!
I love the Auto and the Vlog! Something I try to share and do as well
It is a sho. When they first came out it was called the sho-horse, even though Taurus is a bull.
Still a badass car!
i like how he sayes it has a rev limiter of 4 thousand rpm.had me laughing for 2 mins
Twin turbo 3.5 only makes 60hp more than my 3.7 mustang stock? That Taurus needs a tune!!! Can only imagine what a tune would do
Tune alone takes it to over 450 HP and thats not stressing anything.
I love the Taurus line so much! I have a 07 sel and 99 se
Hey...love your videos...very informative...just so you know...the carbon fiber like material on the passenger front dash is solid aluminum...Keep the videos going!
Id love to have this car with the police rims on it. Than Id never get a ticket and everyone would move out my way
they need to make a dumbed down version of this SHO..like a cross between it and that 13k Fiesta...basically a race car with zero tech
Great review.. I might be looking for one of these soon, I like the blue and green colors..
this is some great review watching you say the same thing and not really doing a review on the car
Here in New York... it's a Cop Car. Good review man.
I know what I want for Christmas...
I gotta say this car in my little world pretty darn good, now the 2021 mustang gt500 is number one except it can’t be used in winter and is not kid friendly and for the love of dear god I can’t afford it, So as far as what I need and want this Taurus SHO checks everything off my list and then some, the only negative with this car is everyone else will think your a cop, this could be a bit of a novelty, just be late for something and try and get there on time other people will drive under the speed limit and get in the way, it can be frustrating unless you have a little Emerson Fittapaldi in ya, he is a very famous F1 car racer that is known to be wild and dangerous on the track and scared the shit out of the toughest and strongest drivers and he would always smile.
People will rip you up for the most petty things in your videos. They’re called “morons”
love this car!
My first car was a handed down base 05 Taurus and I really disliked it; and was certain I'd never get another Taurus. However, my dad got a 2016 Explorer and I've really changed my perspective on Ford's build quality for price and the Taurus SHO is actually looking quite nice to me. Honestly, if I were in the market for a new vehicle again, I'd seriously consider a SHO because it's hard to find a car you can drive all year (especially with AWD), and can be fun and fast for the price.
I have the 2010 SHO 160k miles now. Rear muffler delete air raid CAI is all I have “done” and the only problems I have with it is that at idle if it sits too long it overheats. Also if I’m not moving forward at 15mph or more my AC doesn’t push cold air out. OTHERWISE the thing hauls butt. Hilarious to walk a tuned wrx with an otherwise stock SHO or go 140mph which I thought was impossible due to the governor kickin in.
My father is going to buy one like that soon
That is a very nice car with great options
The other button on the side of the steering column is to move the gas and brake pedals forward and back.
My first name is Sho and I want this car very much. And I do not care if it is actually named S.H.O., still would be awesome :)
Wish that Ford would have continued this car and would have went head up with the Mopar super sedans
You deserve more subscribers
Thanks :)
I'm trying to buy one now but I'm afraid of getting one thats been beat to hell
The only bigger sleeper is a Fusion Sport with the same twin turbo V6
Actually the fusion uses the 2.7 twin turbo engine.
About time!
Legroom wise, i was kinda shocked with the Taurus. Ive never seen the Taurus compared to Altima, Optima or Passat. The Passat won in rear legroom in all categories. Im 5'11 and can sit behind my seat setting and even cross my one on top of the other.
Great video. Beautiful and FAST car!
I want that Ford vest!!!!! 😍
Taurus SHO or Fusion Sport?
Either way my Focus Titanium doesn't cut it after even just the regular 3.5 I had in my Taurus SEL I traded in.
Fusion Sport all the way, Ford has basically abandoned this car. The Fusion they still are improving and give a shit about the car. Unless you really need the extra legroom of the Taurus, I can't imagine anyone going that route.
+Rob Kahla is the fusion sport faster than the sho?
Mike Gauer The SHO has 365 HP and 350 Lbs/tq, and weighs 4343. The Fusion Sport is 325 HP and 380 Lbs/tq, but it'll undercut the Tarus by 400 to 500 lbs. Fusion will walk the taurus SHO
+Rob Kahla I actually really miss my Taurus. The Fusion Sport may be a nice car with good materials but the way some of those materials are put together cheapens the feel. For instance, the door handles feel like a part that might fall off if you had to pull off the cap once to use the actual key to unlock the doors. The Taurus us outdated now yes, but it feels much more solid. My Focus is a letdown now, and I'd have already traded in if I hadn't gone from a good deal on the Taurus to a bad one on the Focus. Oh, and leg room in the Taurus good but not great. The Fusion actually wins there. The Taurus excels on trunk room. Cavernous!
MLosUno yes I definitely seen the cheapness on the fusion interior as well
Love my 2013 never lost a stoplight race.
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Got a 14 taurus sel and love everything but the driving dynamics. Looking to get a newer sho performance package next. That should solve all my problems, especially with a tune.
I had a 2011 SHO with the performance package. Was a great car
Good, by performance package you mean the 402A? Why did you sell it?
The performance package was a separate option. Mine also had the 402a. I got rid of it for a fully loaded 2016 Fusion Energi, the incentives were so good to pass up on it. and I got a good deal on trade.
First SHO, Yamaha6 second SHO V8, I love 2010- whenever the dummys discontinued it
I drove a 2011 at work once. Sadly my Mustang might be dead so I'm leaning towards the SHO or Fusion Sport as my next ride.