The Taurus boasts a powerful engine that enables a maximum speed of 165 km/h (102.53 mph).
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Max Speed
165 km/h 102.53 mph
Body & Dimensions
The Ford Taurus is a sedan with a spacious interior, offering comfortable seating for 5 passengers. Its exterior dimensions are 4785 mm in length, 1796 mm in width, and 1382 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2692 mm. It has a front track of 1562 mm and a rear track of 1537 mm, making it a stable ride. The minimum turning circle is 12.1 meters.
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Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Doors
4
Length
4785 mm 188.39 in.
Width
1796 mm 70.71 in.
Height
1382 mm 54.41 in.
Wheelbase
2692 mm 105.98 in.
Front Track
1562 mm 61.5 in.
Rear Track
1537 mm 60.51 in.
Min Turning Circle
12.1 m 39.7 ft.
Fuel Consumption
The Ford Taurus is a petrol-powered car with a fuel consumption of 14 l/100 km in urban areas and 10 l/100 km in extra-urban areas, making it a decent option for those who prioritize fuel efficiency.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban
14 l/100 km 16.8 US mpg 20.18 UK mpg 7.14 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
10 l/100 km 23.52 US mpg 28.25 UK mpg 10 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The Ford Taurus is a front-wheel drive sedan powered by a 2.5-liter inline-4 engine, producing 89 horsepower and 129 lb-ft of torque. It features a 3-speed automatic transmission and a wishbone suspension system.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
89 Hp @ 4600 rpm.
Power Per Litre
35.6 Hp/l
Torque
176 Nm @ 2800 rpm. 129.81 lb.-ft. @ 2800 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Transverse
Engine Displacement
2498 cm3 152.44 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
4
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
93.5 mm 3.68 in.
Piston Stroke
91 mm 3.58 in.
Compression Ratio
9
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Multi-port manifold injection
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Front wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
3 gears, automatic transmission
Front Suspension
Wishbone
Rear Suspension
Wishbone
Brakes
The Taurus is a reliable car with a robust braking system, featuring ventilated discs at the front and drum brakes at the rear, along with an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) for enhanced safety. The steering system is a rack and pinion type, and the car comes with 14 or 15-inch wheel rims, fitted with 205/70 R14 or 205/65 R15 tires.
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Front Brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear Brakes
Drum
Assisting Systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Tires Size
205/70 R14; 205/65 R15
Wheel Rims Size
14; 15
Weight & Capacity
The Ford Taurus is a well-balanced car with a decent power-to-weight ratio of 14.6 kg/Hp and a torque-to-weight ratio of 7.4 kg/Nm. It has a kerb weight of 1299 kg and a spacious trunk boot space of 524 liters. The fuel tank capacity is 61 liters, which is suitable for long road trips.
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Weight To Power Ratio
14.6 kg/Hp, 68.5 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
7.4 kg/Nm, 135.5 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1299 kg 2863.8 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
524 l 18.5 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
61 l 16.11 US gal | 13.42 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Ford - Taurus I
Petrol (Gasoline)
The Ford Taurus can seat 5 passengers.
The Ford Taurus is 4785 mm (188.39 in) in length.
The minimum turning circle of the Ford Taurus is 12.1 meters (39.7 ft).
The Taurus can reach a maximum speed of 165 km/h (102.53 mph).
The specific engine details are not in the given specs.
The handling capabilities of the Taurus are not mentioned in the specs.
14 l/100 km (16.8 US mpg, 20.18 UK mpg, 7.14 km/l)
10 l/100 km (23.52 US mpg, 28.25 UK mpg, 10 km/l)
Internal Combustion engine
3-speed automatic
Front-wheel drive
The Taurus has ventilated discs at the front and drum brakes at the rear.
The Taurus has a rack and pinion steering system.
The Taurus comes with 205/70 R14 or 205/65 R15 tires.
The Ford Taurus has an estimated EPA rating of up to 23 mpg city and 32 mpg highway.
Yes, the Ford Taurus has a good reliability record, with many owners reporting low maintenance costs and few mechanical issues.
The Ford Taurus is available with a range of engine options, including a 2.0L EcoBoost I-4, a 3.5L V6, and a 3.7L V6.
The power-to-weight ratio of the Ford Taurus is 14.6 kg/Hp or 68.5 Hp/tonne.
The Ford Taurus has a trunk boot space of 524 liters or 18.5 cu. ft.
The fuel tank capacity of the Ford Taurus is 61 liters or 16.11 US gal or 13.42 UK gal.
