Ford Taurus Taurus VI (facelift 2013)

Ford - Taurus VI (facelift 2013)

Details-
BrandFord
ModelTaurus
GenerationTaurus VI (facelift 2013)
ModificationSHO 3.5 V6 (365 Hp) AWD Automatic
Start Of Production2013
End Of Production2019

Performance

The Ford Taurus is a mid-size sedan with a drag coefficient of 0.3, indicating a relatively smooth and aerodynamic design.

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Rating
Drag Coefficient Cd0.3

Body & Dimensions

The Ford Taurus is a mid-size sedan with a length of 5154 mm, width of 1935 mm, and a wheelbase of 2868 mm. It has 5 seats and 4 doors. The car has a turning circle of 12.1 m and a width with mirrors folded of 1963 mm.

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Rating
Body TypeSedan
Seats5
Doors4
Length5154 mm 202.91 in.
Width1935 mm 76.18 in.
Width Including Mirrors2177 mm 85.71 in.
Height1542 mm 60.71 in.
Wheelbase2868 mm 112.91 in.
Front Track1659 mm 65.31 in.
Rear Track1664 mm 65.51 in.
Min Turning Circle12.1 m 39.7 ft.
Width With Mirrors Folded1963 mm 77.28 in.

Fuel Consumption

The Ford Taurus is a petrol-powered car with a fuel consumption of 13.8 l/100 km in urban areas, 9.4 l/100 km in extra urban areas, and 11.7 l/100 km combined.

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Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban13.8 l/100 km 17.04 US mpg 20.47 UK mpg 7.25 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban9.4 l/100 km 25.02 US mpg 30.05 UK mpg 10.64 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined11.7 l/100 km 20.1 US mpg 24.14 UK mpg 8.55 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The car in question is a Taurus, equipped with a 365 Hp, 3.5L V6 engine that features twin-turbo, intercooler, and direct fuel injection. The engine has a compression ratio of 10.0 and a DOHC valvetrain with Ti-VCT. It has a 6-speed automatic transmission and an all-wheel-drive system. The engine oil capacity is 5.7L and it requires 5W-30 / Ford WSS-M2C946-A oil. The car has a 10.8L coolant capacity.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power365 Hp @ 5500 rpm.
Power Per Litre104.4 Hp/l
Torque475 Nm @ 1500-5250 rpm. 350.34 lb.-ft. @ 1500-5250 rpm.
Engine Displacement3496 cm3 213.34 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders6
Engine ConfigurationV-engine
Cylinder Bore92.5 mm 3.64 in.
Piston Stroke86.7 mm 3.41 in.
Compression Ratio10
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder4
Fuel Injection SystemDirect injection
Engine AspirationTwin-Turbo, Intercooler
ValvetrainDOHC, Ti-VCT
Engine Oil Capacity5.7 l 6.02 US qt | 5.02 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification5W-30 / Ford WSS-M2C946-A
Coolant10.8 l 11.41 US qt | 9.5 UK qt
Drive WheelAll wheel drive (4x4)
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox6 gears, automatic transmission SelectShift
Maximum Engine Speed6200 rpm.

Brakes

The Taurus model features advanced braking systems, including ventilated discs for both front and rear brakes, accompanied by an Anti-lock braking system (ABS) for enhanced safety. The steering system is a rack and pinion type, and the vehicle rides on 19-inch wheels with 255/45 R19 tires.

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Rating
Front BrakesVentilated discs
Rear BrakesVentilated discs
Assisting SystemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering TypeSteering rack and pinion
Tires Size255/45 R19
Wheel Rims Size19

Weight & Capacity

The Ford Taurus is a mid-size sedan with a kerb weight of 1970 kg and a trunk boot space of 569 liters. It has a fuel tank capacity of 72 liters and a weight-to-power ratio of 5.4 kg/Hp.

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Rating
Weight To Power Ratio5.4 kg/Hp, 185.3 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio4.1 kg/Nm, 241.1 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1970 kg 4343.11 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum569 l 20.09 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity72 l 19.02 US gal | 15.84 UK gal

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Ford - Taurus VI (facelift 2013)

The length of the Ford Taurus is 5154 mm or 202.91 in.

The Ford Taurus has 5 seats.

The turning circle of the Ford Taurus is 12.1 m or 39.7 ft.

The drag coefficient of the Ford Taurus is 0.3.

The Ford Taurus is known for its decent fuel economy, but the exact fuel efficiency may vary depending on the trim and driving conditions.

The Ford Taurus has generally received positive reviews for its reliability, but as with any car, regular maintenance is still necessary to ensure optimal performance.

Petrol (Gasoline)

11.7 l/100 km (20.1 US mpg, 24.14 UK mpg, 8.55 km/l)

13.8 l/100 km (17.04 US mpg, 20.47 UK mpg, 7.25 km/l)

The engine displacement of this car is 3.5L or 3496 cm3.

This car has a 6-speed automatic transmission.

This car has a direct fuel injection system.

Ventilated discs for both front and rear brakes

19 inches

255/45 R19

The Ford Taurus can seat up to 5 passengers.

The Ford Taurus gets an estimated 21 mpg in the city and 31 mpg on the highway.

The Ford Taurus comes with a standard 3.5L V6 engine, with optional 2.0L EcoBoost and 3.5L EcoBoost engines available.

The kerb weight of the Ford Taurus is 1970 kg or 4343.11 lbs.

The fuel tank capacity of the Ford Taurus is 72 liters or 19.02 US gal / 15.84 UK gal.

The weight-to-power ratio of the Ford Taurus is 5.4 kg/Hp or 185.3 Hp/tonne.