Ford Taurus VII (China) EcoBoost 325 V6 (329 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 475 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1875 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 6.9 s). The top speed reaches 234 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 325 V6 (329 Hp) Verdict:

Performance Verdict

Delivers robust and effortless acceleration, transforming the Taurus into a truly powerful executive sedan.

Fuel Economy

As expected for a V6 with this power, fuel consumption is higher but reasonable for the performance offered.

Best Use Case: Highway / Enthusiast 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 325 V6 (329 Hp)
Start of production:	November, 2015
End of production:	March, 2018
Powertrain Architecture:	Internal Combustion engine
Body type:	Sedan
Seats:	5
Doors:	4

Engine:
Power:	329 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:	122.1 Hp/l [22mm less]
Torque:	475 Nm @ 2500-4500 rpm.
Engine displacement:	2694
Number of cylinders:	6
Engine configuration:	V-engine
Number of valves per cylinder:	4
Fuel injection system:	Direct injection
Engine aspiration:	Twin-Turbo, Intercooler
Engine layout:	Front, Transverse
Compression ratio:	10:1

Performance:
Fuel Type:	Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:	9.2 l/100 km
Emission standard:	China V
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:	6.9 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:	6.9 sec
Maximum speed:	234 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:	5.7 kg/Hp, 175.5 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:	3.9 kg/Nm, 253.3 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:	6.6 sec

Space:
Kerb Weight:	1875
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:	534 l
Fuel tank capacity:	64 l

Size:
Length:	4996 mm mm [22mm less]
Width:	1878 mm mm [6mm less]
Height:	1503 mm mm [3mm less]
Wheelbase:	2949 mm 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	235/50 R18; 245/45 R19
Wheel rims size	18; 19