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Ford Taurus

General information

ModelFord Taurus
Year2009
CategorySUVs
Rating61.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3496 ccm (213.33 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel city driving13.8 litres/100 km (17.00 miles per gallon)
Fuel mixed driving7.1 litres/100 km (33.13 miles per gallon)
Fuel highway driving9.8 litres/100 km (24.00 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 6-speed
Airbags4. 0

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement3496 ccm (213.33 cubic inches)
Engine typeV6
Max power263.7 PS (194 kW or 260 HP) at 6250 Rev. per min.
Max torque249.00 Nm (25.4 kgf-m or 183.7 ft.lbs) at 4500 Rev. per min.
Max rev. per min.6700
Compression10.3:1
Bore x stroke74.0 x 83.1 mm (2.9 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemSequential port fuel injection (SFI/SEFI)
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxAutomatic, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.2733 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space3058 litres (808 gallons)
Optional cargo space1820 litres (481 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient1.0

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle13 m (511.8 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control
Front suspensionMacPherson.

Dimensions and weight

Weight966 kg (2,129.7 pounds)
Towing weight454 kg (1,000.9 pounds)
Overall length5130 mm (202.0 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Wheelbase2650 mm (104.3 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions218.0 g/km
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