What did you think of the six-speed automatic transmission?

Every 2010 Ford Taurus utilizes a six-speed automatic transmission, with all except the SE getting a SelectShift manual function. By dropping the console-mounted shifter into M (for manual mode), the driver can use steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters to change gears. Points go to Ford for the idea, but the execution leaves a bit to be desired. Specifically, the plastic paddles feel cheap, a rev-matching feature is absent upon downshifts, and the manual shifting can only be initiated when in M mode (other transmissions of this type can be manually shifted in drive or manual mode). The inclusion of an additional sport mode would be a welcome addition (especially on the SHO) for drivers who want to dial things up without having to paddle.

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