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Ford Taurus VI 3.5 V6 24V (263 Hp) Automatic
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Ford Taurus:
The Ford Taurus is an automobile that was manufactured and marketed by the Ford Motor Company in the United States from 1985 to 2019. From 1985 to 2009, Ford marketed the Taurus alongside its rebadged variant, the Mercury Sable. Four generations of the high-performance version were also manufactured from 1988-1999 and 2009-2019.
The original Taurus was a milestone for Ford and the American automotive industry, as the first automobile at Ford designed and manufactured using the statistical process control ideas brought to Ford by W. Edwards Deming, a prominent statistician consulted by Ford to bring a "culture of quality" to the enterprise. The Taurus had an influential design that introduced new features and innovations....(Read more on Wikipedia)
VI Overview:
Ford Taurus (VI). With 338 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1821 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Ford Taurus VI was not tested by Euro NCAP. However, its North American counterpart received strong safety ratings from NHTSA, indicating robust occupant protection.
3.5 V6 24V (263 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers adequate power for daily driving and comfortable highway cruising, with smooth and predictable acceleration.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is average for a large sedan of its era, especially in urban environments, but acceptable on the highway.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious interior and large trunk
- • Comfortable ride quality
- • Available powerful SHO variant
- • Good highway cruiser
- • AWD option for enhanced traction
Cons:
- • Large exterior dimensions can make parking difficult
- • Fuel economy is average for its class
- • Interior materials could be better in some trims
- • Visibility can be challenging due to thick pillars
- • Some common Duratec 35 engine issues (e.g., water pump)
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(V: 2007 - 2009).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Taurus |
| Generation: | VI |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.5 V6 24V (263 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2009 |
| End of production: | 2012 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 263 Hp @ 6250 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 75.2 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 338 Nm @ 4500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Duratec 35 [Same engine] More details about the engine Duratec 35 |
| Engine displacement: | 3496 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC, i-VCT |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.2 l |
| Coolant: | 10.5 l |
| Cylinder Bore: | 92.5 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86.7 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.3:1 |
| Maximum engine speed: | 6700 rpm. |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.4 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.9 kg/Hp, 144.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.4 kg/Nm, 185.6 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1821 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 569 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 76 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5154 mm [28mm more] |
| Width: | 1935 mm [43mm more] |
| Height: | 1542 mm [20mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2868 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2177 mm |
| Front track: | 1659 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1664 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.05 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 255/45 R19 |
| Wheel rims size | 19 |
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