Sometime in 2005 Ford will introduce a car to slot in above the Taurus called the 500. It is designed to compete with more upscale sedans such as the volkswagen Passat. It's front end looks very much like the 2001 Mondeo. It is to be based on the new Ford SUV, the Crosstrainer. The 500 will come with your choice of a 6 speed automatic, or a continously variable tranny.
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