Ford Taurus Fourth generation

Ford Taurus Fourth generation
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The Ford Taurus Fourth generation (2000–2007): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 15 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: D186 · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length–5,019–5,022 mm
Width–1,854 mm
Height–1,425–1,468 mm
Wheelbase–2,756 mm
Weights and towing
Kerb weight–1,504 kg
Seats and space
Luggage space (EPA)453–1,104 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)2,945–2,973 L EPA–
Performance
Torque–252–271 Nm

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia (en, fr), US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

6,496 complaints for model years 2000–2007. 428 crashes · 90 fires · 335 injuries · 13 deaths

  • Suspension 2,293
  • Speed control 1,176
  • Transmission and drivetrain 621
  • Engine 237
  • Electrical system 203
  • Airbags 194

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 15 versions of the Ford Taurus Fourth generation

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United States 11 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2004–2007CLKUP · 2V, CLKUP · 4V, CLKUP3.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km
2000–2006FLEX-FUEL, CLKUP3.0 LFlex fuel (E85)4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive19–21 MPG (11.2–12.4 L/100 km) EPA263–291 g/km
20052V, CLKUP3.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA291 g/km
20054V, CLKUP3.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA291 g/km
20042-VALVE, CLKUP · CLKUP3.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km
2003–20042-VALVE, CLKUP3.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive19–21 MPG (11.2–12.4 L/100 km) EPA263–291 g/km
2000–20033.0L 2V, CLKUP · 4 valve, CLKUP · 4-Valve, CLKUP and 2 more trims3.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA291 g/km
2002–20032-Valve, CLKUP · 4-VALVE, CLKUP3.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
20022-Valve, CLKUP3.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km
20024-Valve, CLKUP3.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km
2001CLKUP3.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA291 g/km

Canada 4 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2000–2007Mid-size3.0 LPetrol4-speed automatic11.4–12.3 L/100 km 5-cycle262–283 g/km
2000–2005Station wagon: Mid-size3.0 LPetrol4-speed automatic11.8–12.6 L/100 km 5-cycle271–290 g/km
2003–2005Mid-size3.0 LFlex fuel (E85)4-speed automatic15.4–16.0 L/100 km 5-cycle246–256 g/km
2005Station wagon: Mid-size3.0 LFlex fuel (E85)4-speed automatic16.2 L/100 km 5-cycle259 g/km

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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.