Ford Taurus
The 2019 Ford Taurus offers a strong 5-star safety rating and standard all-wheel drive, but its average reliability, marked by significant recall activity concerning the rearview camera, warrants careful pre-purchase inspection.
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Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year.
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years.
| Year | Body style | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type | Transmission | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | sedan | 6 | 3.5 | Regular | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive |
| 2018 | sedan | 6 | 3.5 | Regular | Automatic | All-Wheel Drive |
| 2017 | sedan | 6 | 3.5 | Gasoline or E85 | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive |
| 2016 | sedan | 6 | 3.5 | Regular | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive |
| 2015 | sedan | 6 | 3.5 | Regular | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive |
| 2014 | sedan | 6 | 3.5 | Regular | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive |
| 2013 | sedan | 6 | 3.5 | Regular | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive |
| 2012 | sedan | 6 | 3.5 | Regular | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive |
| 2011 | sedan | 6 | 3.5 | Regular | Automatic 6-spd | All-Wheel Drive |
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available.
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year.
| Year | Seats | Doors | Cargo (L) | Cargo (cu ft) | Keyless ignition | Steering location | Seat rows | GVWR | Axles | Wheels | Wheelbase | Front wheel | Rear wheel | bodyAndInterior |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 5 | — | — | — | Standard | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 2 | 4 | 112.9 | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 |
| 2018 | 5 | 4 | — | — | Optional | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 2 | 4 | 112.9 | 18 | 18 | Keyless ignition: Optional, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 |
| 2017 | 5 | 4 | — | — | Optional | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 2 | 4 | 112.9 | 18 | 18 | Keyless ignition: Optional, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 |
| 2016 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | 5 | 4 | 569 | 20.1 | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | 5 | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability.
| Year | Overall rating | Frontal crash | Side crash | Rollover | Rated vehicle | abs | esc | tractionControl | tpms | adaptiveCruiseControl | autoBrake | forwardCollisionWarning | blindSpotMonitoring | laneDepartureWarning | rearCamera | parkAssist | adaptiveDrivingBeam | autoReverseSystem |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2019 Ford Taurus 4 DR AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | optional | optional | standard | optional | standard | optional | standard | standard |
| 2018 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2018 Ford Taurus 4 DR AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | optional | optional | standard | optional | standard | optional | standard | standard |
| 2017 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2017 Ford Taurus 4 DR FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | optional | optional | standard | optional | standard | — | standard | standard |
| 2016 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2016 Ford Taurus 4 DR AWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2015 Ford Taurus 4 DR AWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2014 Ford Taurus 4 DR AWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2013 Ford Taurus 4 DR AWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2012 Ford Taurus 4 DR AWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2011 Ford Taurus 4 DR AWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Model year reports
2019
NewestThe 2019 Ford Taurus offers a strong 5-star safety rating and standard all-wheel drive, but its average reliability, marked by significant recall activity concerning the rearview camera, warrants careful pre-purchase inspection.
2018
The 2018 Ford Taurus presents an average reliability profile, but a critical internal water pump failure leading to engine destruction is a significant ownership concern that demands thorough pre-purchase inspection.
2017
The 2017 Ford Taurus presents an average reliability profile, with a significant concern being potential engine shutdown accompanied by a loss of power steering and brakes.
2016
The 2016 Ford Taurus is a large sedan with a below-average reliability verdict, primarily due to significant concerns with its **engine** and **steering** systems.
2015
Approach the 2015 Ford Taurus with caution; its below-average reliability is primarily driven by significant steering system failures and fuel system issues.
2014
Approach the 2014 Ford Taurus with caution; its below-average reliability, particularly concerning steering and fuel systems, makes it a high-risk used purchase.
2013
Approach the 2013 Ford Taurus with caution; its below-average reliability is primarily driven by significant and recurring steering system failures.
2012
The 2012 Ford Taurus offers a comfortable ride and capable all-wheel-drive, but potential buyers must be aware of its below-average reliability, particularly concerning the steering system.
2011
Approach the 2011 Ford Taurus with caution; its below-average reliability is primarily driven by significant electrical and engine failures reported at low mileage.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Ford Taurus?
Carfocal currently has 9 published Taurus reports, covering 2011 through 2019. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2019 Ford Taurus offers a strong 5-star safety rating and standard all-wheel drive, but its average reliability, marked by significant recall activity concerning the rearview camera, warrants careful pre-purchase inspection.
Published year coverage: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019.
Is the Ford Taurus reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Ford Taurus. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2019 ford taurus offers a strong 5-star safety rating and standard all-wheel drive, but its average reliability, marked by significant recall activity concerning the rearview camera, warrants careful pre-purchase inspection. and the 2019 ford taurus offers substantial value for its safety ratings and standard awd, but its average reliability significantly impacts its long-term ownership proposition. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
9 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Ford Taurus?
Across Carfocal's published Taurus guides, recurring problem areas include Rearview Camera System, Water Pump, and Suspension Components (Rear Toe Links). The exact risk depends on the model year, so open the report for the vehicle you are evaluating to see which issues, recalls, and repair concerns apply.
Common problem areas found in published repair predictions: Rearview Camera System, Water Pump, and Suspension Components (Rear Toe Links).
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 9
- Years tracked
- 9
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints