Compare: 2010 Ford Taurus vs 2009 Chevrolet Malibu vs 2008 Honda Accord Sedan

 

2010 Ford Taurus

2009 Chevrolet Malibu

2008 Honda Accord Sedan

  2010 Ford Taurus 2009 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid 2008 Honda Accord Sedan 4-door I4 Auto EX-L Rear Exterior View
MSRP
$31,470
$24,243
$25,310
Invoice $28,993 $22,909 $22,945
MPG
City/Highway
17/28 22/34 19/31
Rating 8.4 8.6 9
Bottom Line The 2010 Ford Taurus punches up Ford’s reputation for quality and features, with an engaging new SHO model to boost. The 2009 Chevrolet Malibu is a top contender in its class in almost every way. Whether you're looking for a comfy commuter in the $20,000 range or a luxurious, powerful $30,000 family sedan, the newly redesigned 2008 Honda Accord should be on your shortlist.
Likes &
Dislikes

Likes:

  • Interesting new lines
  • Revamped interior with higher-quality feel
  • Reborn SHO edition has 365 horsepower
  • Available all-wheel drive
  • Cutting-edge features like SYNC

Dislikes:

  • Taurus SHO is expensive
  • big car that feels big
  • Still not as handsome as Malibu or Altima
  • Rear-seat headroom is small for its size

Likes:

  • Elegant interior styling and top-tier materials
  • Refined, responsive powertrains
  • Four-cylinder fuel economy
  • Feels different than rivals
  • Good roadholding

Dislikes:

  • Not very sporty
  • No screen-based nav system

Likes:

  • Very quiet and well-isolated cabin
  • Tight-as-a-drum build quality
  • Big-sedan poise and good roadholding
  • Wide price/equipment range to fit all budgets
  • Long-standing reputation for reliability and high resale value

Dislikes:

  • Exterior styling looks derivative
  • Rear headroom limited by swooping roofline
  • Fuel efficiency is good, but not improved
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Used Car Prices

  Min Max Average
2010 Ford Taurus $21,425 $30,993 $26,038
2009 Chevrolet Malibu $12,972 $18,331 $15,713
2008 Honda Accord Sedan $15,279 $21,080 $18,181
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