Compare 2018 Ford Taurus - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $39,050 | $30,420 | $31,020 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $36,903 | $29,203 | $29,779 |
| Destination | $995 | $875 | $875 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Dual Zone Automatic | Dual Zone Automatic | Dual Zone Automatic |
| Air Filter | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Underseat Ducts | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cargo Concealed Storage | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Cargo Net | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Clock | In-radio Display | In-radio Display | In-radio Display |
| Compass | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Optional | N/A | Optional |
| Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Leather/chrome | Leather/chrome | Leather |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Lighter Elements | Front | N/A | N/A |
| Ashtray | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Overhead Console | Mini With Storage | Mini | Mini |
| Floor Console | Full | Full | Full |
| Floor Mats | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear |
| Front Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| Rear Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| 1-touch Window Up | Driver And Passenger | Driver | Driver |
| 1-touch Window Down | Driver And Passenger | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Programmable Garage Door Opener | Standard | Optional | Optional |
| Instrumentation | Analog | Analog | Analog |
| Driver Information Centre | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Water Temp Gauge | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Service Interval Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Lighting - Glovebox | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Lighting - Map Lights | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Fade | Fade |
| Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear View Mirror | Auto-dimming Day-night | Day-night | Auto-dimming Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Remote Trunk Release | Power | Power | Power |
| Retained Accessory Power | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather/genuine Wood | Leather/metal-look | Leather/metal-look |
| Adjustable Pedals | Power | N/A | N/A |
| Air Compressor | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Bucket | Bucket | Bucket |
| Standard Seating | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 8-way Power | 8-way Power | 8-way Power |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 8-way Power | 4-way | 6-way Power |
| Lumbar Support | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Front Armrests | Center | Center | Center |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable W/tilt | Adjustable W/tilt | Adjustable |
| Heated Front Seats | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback |
| Cooled Front Seats | Driver And Passenger | N/A | Driver And Passenger |
| Memory | Driver | N/A | Driver |
| Rear Seats | 60-40 Bench | 60-40 Split-bench | 60-40 Bench |
| Rear Armrest | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Head Restraints | 3 - Fixed | 2 - Adjustable | 2 - Adjustable |
| Heated Rear Seats | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Seat Trim | Leather | Cloth/leatherette | Leather |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, Seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, Seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, Seek-scan |
| CD Player | In-dash Mounted Single | Single | N/A |
| MP3 Capability | Standard | Optional | N/A |
| Auxiliary Input Jack | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Speakers | 12 Sony Clear Phase | 6 | 9 Bose |
| Amplifier | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Equalizer | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Navigation System | Yes With Voice Activation | Yes With Voice Activation | Yes With Voice Activation |
| 1st Row LCD Screen | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Safety and Security Edit | |||
| Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Impact | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Curtain | Safety Canopy System | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row |
| Airbags, Knee Protection | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Occupancy Sensor | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | SYNC 3 911 Assist | OnStar And Chevrolet Connected Services Capable | OnStar And Chevrolet Connected Services Capable |
| Automatic Crash Response (airbags And/or Sensors) | N/A | OnStar And Chevrolet Connected Services Capable | OnStar And Chevrolet Connected Services Capable |
| Emergency Services | N/A | OnStar And Chevrolet Connected Services Capable | OnStar And Chevrolet Connected Services Capable |
| Crisis Assist | N/A | OnStar And Chevrolet Connected Services Capable | OnStar And Chevrolet Connected Services Capable |
| Stolen Vehicle Assistance | N/A | OnStar And Chevrolet Connected Services Capable | OnStar And Chevrolet Connected Services Capable |
| Remote Door Unlock | N/A | OnStar And Chevrolet Connected Services Capable | OnStar And Chevrolet Connected Services Capable |
| Roadside Assistance | N/A | OnStar And Chevrolet Connected Services Capable | OnStar And Chevrolet Connected Services Capable |
| Remote Horn And Lights | N/A | OnStar And Chevrolet Connected Services Capable | OnStar And Chevrolet Connected Services Capable |
| Hands-Free Calling | N/A | OnStar And Chevrolet Connected Services Capable | OnStar And Chevrolet Connected Services Capable |
| Vehicle Diagnostics | N/A | OnStar And Chevrolet Connected Services Capable | OnStar And Chevrolet Connected Services Capable |
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Front | Front | Front |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front | Front | Front |
| Headlights | Halogen | Halogen | Halogen |
| Exterior Light Control | Auto On/off | Auto On/off | Auto On/off |
| Delay-off Headlamps | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | Optional | Standard | Standard |
| LED Taillights | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Parking Assist | Standard | Rear Park Assist | Optional |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) |
| Keyless Access System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Panic Alarm | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock |
| Rear Child Safety Door Locks | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Ignition Disable | SecuriLock | Standard | Standard |
| Lane Departure Warning | Optional | N/A | Lane Keep Assist |
| First Aid Kit | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Blind Spot Sensor | Standard | Optional | Optional |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Overview | |||
| Warranty Overview | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (60 Month/60,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (72 Month/100,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Maintenance (24 Month/24,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (72 Month/100,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Maintenance (24 Month/24,000 Mileage) |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | GM TOTAL Warranty 36 Months/36,000 Miles | GM TOTAL Warranty 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 60 Months/unlimited Miles | 72 Months/100,000 Miles | 72 Months/100,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Maintenance | N/A | 24 Months/24,000 Miles | 24 Months/24,000 Miles |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Window Grid | Window Grid | Integrated Roof |
| Body Material | Fully Galvanized Steel | Galvanized Steel/aluminum | Fully Galvanized Steel |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
| Grille Trim | Chrome | Chrome | Black W/chrome Surround |
| Door Count | 4 Doors | 4 Doors | 4 Doors |
| Rear Cargo Door | Trunk | Trunk | Trunk |
| Tinted Windows | Light | Light | Light |
| Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Mirrors | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote W/tilt Down |
| Heated Door Mirrors | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Mirrors, Auto Dimming | Driver | N/A | N/A |
| Sunroof | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | 1st And 2nd Row Exterior Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | 1st And 2nd Row Exterior Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass |
| Spoiler | Lip | Lip | N/A |
| Front Tires | P255/45VR19.0 BSW AS | P235/50SR18.0 BSW AS | P245/45SR18.0 BSW AS |
| Wheels | 19" Painted Aluminum | 18" Painted Aluminum | 18" Silver Aluminum |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Aluminum | Compact Steel | N/A |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent |
| Windshield Wipers - Rain Sensing | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Mud Flaps | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 3.5L V-6 | 2.5L I-4 | 2.0L I-4 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Turbocharger | N/A | N/A | Intercooled Turbo |
| Brakes | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc | DuraLife 4-wheel Disc |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Drive Type | All Wheel | Front-wheel | Front-wheel |
| Engine Block Heater | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion |
| Speed Sensitive Steering | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Suspension Tuning | Regular | Regular | Regular |
| Front Suspension Type | Strut | Strut | Strut |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Front Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-link | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Rear Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Electronic Stability System | AdvanceTrac With Curve Control | StabiliTrak | StabiliTrak |
| Sequential Shift Control | SelectShift | N/A | Standard |
| Transmission | 6-spd W/OD | 6-spd Auto W/OD | 9-spd Auto W/OD |
| Axle Ratio | 3.39 | 3.23 | 2.89 |
| Locking/limited Slip Differential | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Remote Vehicle Starting System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 202.9 " | 201.3 " | 193.8 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 76.2 " | 73.0 " | 73.0 " |
| Exterior Height | 60.7 " | 58.9 " | 57.6 " |
| Engine | 3.5L V-6 | 2.5L I-4 | 2.0L I-4 |
| Horsepower | 288 @ 6,500 Rpm | 197 @ 6,300 Rpm | 250 @ 5,300 Rpm |
| Torque | 254 @ 4,000 Rpm | 191 @ 4,400 Rpm | 260 @ 2,000 Rpm |
| SAEJ1349 AUG2004 Compliant | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Fuel Economy - City | 17 Mpg | 22 Mpg | 22 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 24 Mpg | 30 Mpg | 32 Mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 5.8 Seconds | 7.8 Seconds | N/A |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 14.4 Seconds | 16.1 Seconds | N/A |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 95 Mph | 89 Mph | N/A |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .9 | .9 | N/A |
| Slalom Speed | 58 Mph | 60 Mph | N/A |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.64/3.41 " | 3.46/3.98 " | 3.39/3.39 " |
| Curb Weight | 4,140 Lbs. | 3,682 Lbs. | 3,388 Lbs. |
| Maximum Trailer Weight | 1,000 Lbs. | 1,000 Lbs. | 1,000 Lbs. |
| Wheelbase | 112.9 " | 111.7 " | 111.4 " |
| Front Track | 65.3 " | 62.2 " | 62.6 " |
| Rear Track | 65.5 " | 62.0 " | 62.5 " |
| Turning Radius | 19.8 '' | 19.3 '' | 18.7 '' |
| Ground Clearance | 5.1 " | N/A | N/A |
| Drag Coefficient | N/A | N/A | .29 |
| Front Legroom | 41.9 " | 45.8 " | 42.0 " |
| Rear Legroom | 38.1 " | 39.8 " | 38.1 " |
| Front Headroom | 39.0 " | 39.9 " | 39.1 " |
| Rear Headroom | 37.8 " | 37.4 " | 37.5 " |
| Front Hip Room | 56.3 " | 54.9 " | 54.1 " |
| Rear Hip Room | 55.8 " | 54.1 " | 53.4 " |
| Front Shoulder Room | 57.9 " | 57.9 " | 58.5 " |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 56.9 " | 56.9 " | 57.1 " |
| Luggage Volume | 20.1 Cu.ft. | 18.8 Cu.ft. | 15.8 Cu.ft. |
| Luggage Volume (max) | 20.1 Cu.ft. | 18.8 Cu.ft. | 15.8 Cu.ft. |
| Passenger Volume | 102 Cu.ft. | 105 Cu.ft. | 103 Cu.ft. |
| Fuel Tank | 19.0 Gal. | 18.5 Gal. | 15.8 Gal. |
| Cost To Own Edit | |||
| Cost Rating | Poor | Average | Below Average |
| Cost Per Mile | $1.07 | $0.82 | $0.9 |
| Depreciation | $29,380 | $19,291 | $21,602 |
| Fees and Taxes | $3,181 | $2,498 | $2,590 |
| Fuel Cost | $5,843 | $4,599 | $5,701 |
| Insurance | $6,087 | $6,181 | $6,596 |
| Maintenance | $3,135 | $3,455 | $3,638 |
| Repairs | $1,760 | $1,828 | $1,842 |
| Opportunity Costs | $337 | $277 | $301 |
| Total Cost | $53,370 | $40,861 | $45,162 |
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Passenger's | 5 | 4 | 4 |
| Overall | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Overall Side | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Driver | 5 | 4 | 5 |
| Driver's | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side - Pole | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined (REAR) | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side - Barrier | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined (FRONT) | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Overall Rollover Rating | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Overall Front | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Overall Rear | good | good | good |
| Chest | good | good | good |
| Restraints and Dummy Kinematics | good | acceptable | good |
| Driver Torso | good | acceptable | good |
| Overall Evaluation | acceptable | acceptable | good |
| Structure/safety cage | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Torso | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | good | good | good |
| Hip/Thigh | good | good | good |
| Structure and Safety Cage | acceptable | acceptable | good |
| Lower Leg/Foot | marginal | good | good |
| Overall Side | good | good | good |
| Roof Strength | good | good | good |
| Restraints | good | good | good |
| Driver Pelvis/Leg | good | good | good |
| Right Leg/Foot | good | acceptable | good |
| Ease of Use | acceptable | acceptable | marginal |
| Head/Neck | good | good | good |
| Dynamic Rating | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Head Protection | good | good | good |
| Rear Passenger Head and Neck | good | good | good |
| Driver Head and Neck | good | good | good |
| Overall Front | good | good | good |
| Left Leg/Foot | good | good | good |
| Driver Head Protection | good | good | good |
| Seat Head/Restraint Geometry | good | good | good |
