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Ford Taurus VII (China) EcoBoost 180 (181 Hp)
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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)
VII (China) Overview:
Ford Taurus (VII (China)). With 240 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1707 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.6 s). The top speed reaches 208 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
EcoBoost 180 (181 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers adequate performance for daily driving, though not particularly spirited for a large sedan.
Fuel Economy
Reasonably fuel-efficient for its size, making it a practical choice for urban and mixed driving.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and comfortable interior
- • Range of powerful EcoBoost engines
- • Smooth ride quality
- • Good value for money in its segment
Cons:
- • Not available in all markets (China-specific)
- • Base engine can feel underpowered for its size
- • Fuel economy can be high on larger engines
- • Lacks the prestige of some European rivals
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(VII (China, facelift 2019): August, 2019 - March, 2022).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Taurus |
| Generation: | VII (China) |
| Modification (Engine): | EcoBoost 180 (181 Hp) |
| Start of production: | November, 2015 |
| End of production: | August, 2019 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 181 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 120.7 Hp/l [22mm less] |
| Torque: | 240 Nm @ 1750-4500 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1499 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Maximum engine speed: | 6500 rpm. |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.1 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | China V |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 208 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.4 kg/Hp, 106 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.1 kg/Nm, 140.6 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1707 |
| Max. weight: | 2082 |
| Max load: | 375 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 534 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 64 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4996 mm [22mm less] |
| Width: | 1878 mm [6mm less] |
| Height: | 1503 mm [3mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2949 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1608 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1618 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 133 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.7 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 | Manual |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Tires size | 235/55 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 17 |
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