2016 Ford Taurus Sedan

2016 Taurus

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Competition

$27,110 MSRP From
20 mpg AVG, Comb.
288 hp Max. Power
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Ford Taurus is a five-seat large-size vehicle in the Sedan category. For the 2016 model year, there are three trim-lines to choose from, all with the same 3.5L V-6 engine that produces 288 horsepower. EPA-estimated annual regular gasoline expense is $2,700 to $3,000, which over the course of five years will cost you $4,500 in extra fuel spending. It has a 5-stars overall crash safety rating by NHTSA.

Offers

There are no current lease offers, but according to our records 2016 Ford Taurus SEL FWD has been offered for $279 before.

Exterior

Exterior Dimensions

Width: 85.7 in
Width W/O Mirrors: 76.2 in
Length: 202.9 in
Height: 60.7 in
Wheelbase: 112.0 in

2016 Taurus has a relatively long wheelbase ( 112.0 in) and a wider body structure compared to vehicles of similar length and class. It is relatively heavier, too, with curb weight of 3969 - 4196 lbs.

Interior

First Row Dimensions

Leg Room: 41.9 inHip Room: 56.3 inHead Room: 39.0 inShoulder Room: 57.9 in

Second Row Dimensions

Leg Room: 38.1 inHip Room: 55.8 inHead Room: 37.8 inShoulder Room: 56.9 in

Trunk Volume

20.1 ft³

2016 Taurus seats five adults. It has class-leading first-row passenger room on only one measurement - head - and larger than average room for first-row passengers on shoulders and hips. When it comes to second-row passenger room, Taurus falls below average on all four measurements: legs, shoulders, hips, and head room. Trunk volume is the largest among its peers with 20.1 cu. ft.

Full Specifications

Trim	2016 Taurus SE	2016 Taurus SEL	2016 Taurus Limited
Configuration	3.5 L, Auto, FWD	3.5 L, Auto, FWD 3.5 L, Auto, AWD	3.5 L, Auto, FWD 3.5 L, Auto, AWD
Starging MSRP	$27,110	$29,540	$31,390	$34,460	$36,310
Engine	3.5L V-6	3.5L V-6	3.5L V-6	3.5L V-6	3.5L V-6
HP	288 hp	288 hp	288 hp	288 hp	288 hp
Drivetrain	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	All Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	All Wheel Drive
City	18 MPG	18 MPG	17 MPG	18 MPG	17 MPG
Highway	27 MPG	27 MPG	24 MPG	27 MPG	24 MPG
Combined	21 MPG	21 MPG	19 MPG	21 MPG	19 MPG
Annual Fuel Cost	$2,700	$2,700	$3,000	$2,700	$3,000

2016 Taurus Sedan comes in three trim levels, with an average price that is $4,716 less compared to its rivals. With a heavier body, and on average more powerful engine, Taurus

Safety

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Side Crash Rating

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Side Pole Crash Rating

Complaints: 37
Recalls: 2

2016 Taurus Sedan has a 5-star NHTSA overall crash safety rating, which is higher than the average among other competing models. Furthermore, it has higher than average ratings for all three crash tests: Front, Side, and Side Plole. Customers have filed thirty-seven complaints, which is less than the average for its rivals. There are also two recalls issued by Ford, which by itself is a relatively low number.