The 2019 Ford Taurus is a dead car driving. Look closely at its rivals.
Pros Rides softly Comfortable front seats Advanced optional infotainment Discounts readily available
Cons Tight rear seat Hard to see out of Lacks key features Will be dropped from lineup
Pros Steering feedback Massive trunk Seating comfort Child-safety seat usability
Cons Unresponsive transmission with non-turbo V-6 Undersized cabin for a full-size car Visibility Interior build quality
The 2019 Ford Taurus Sedan comes with all wheel drive, and front wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 6-speed shiftable automatic.
Pros Rides comfortably and quietly on the highway The giant trunk is one of the roomiest in the large sedan class Available all-wheel drive for enhanced wet-weather traction
Cons Skimpy list of standard features on base SE model Performance SHO model lacks the punch of big-engine rivals Feels slow and ponderous when driving around turns The interior doesn't seem as airy or spacious as it should
The 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport's #13 ranking is based on its score within the Subcompact SUVs category. Currently the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport has a score of 6.8 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 71 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Good amount of cargo space Straightforward infotainment controls Lengthy warranty
Cons Firm ride Ponderous handling Sluggish base engine Subpar fuel economy
For 2021 Newly standard features, including forward collision mitigation and lane departure warning, LE trim level replaces the SP trim, Black Edition model no longer available.
Pros Well equipped for the price Excellent warranty coverage
Cons The ride is rough over bumpy roads Many interior materials look and feel cheap Transmission is aggravatingly slow to respond Raucous drone while accelerating, especially with 2.0-liter engine
After the previous model year underwent a transformative facelift, the 2021 Outlander Sport receives a handful of new features. All models now have automatic high-beams, forward-collision warning with pedestrian detection, and lane-departure warning. The base model also now has LED fog lights, rain-sensing windshield wipers, and an auto-dimming rearview mirror. The LE trim gains black 18-inch wheels, a black grille and door mirrors, and a Limited Edition badge. Inside, the upholstery now has red contrast stitching.
Pros Available all-wheel drive, standard active-safety features, noteworthy powertrain warranty.
Cons Lacks refinement, bargain-basement interior, pricier than many nicer alternatives.
