2016 Ford Taurus MPG
Official EPA fuel-economy rating for the 2016 Ford Taurus.
EPA combined fuel economy
19–23MPG
combined (55% city / 45% hwy)
City
18
MPG
Highway
26
MPG
Engine
2–3.5L
Cylinders
6
Drive
FrontWD
Class
Large Cars
Running cost
Estimated annual fuel cost
Per year
$2,499
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel used
714 gal
per year
At gas price
$3.50
per gallon
Based on 21 MPG combined and 15,000 miles per year. Adjust for your local gas price and annual mileage.
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FAQ
2016 Ford Taurus
- How many MPG does a 2016 Ford Taurus get?
- The 2016 Ford Taurus gets 19–23 MPG combined according to the EPA — about 18 MPG in the city and 26 MPG on the highway, depending on trim (6 configurations). Combined MPG is a 55% city / 45% highway blend.
- What is the annual fuel cost for a 2016 Ford Taurus?
- Driving 15,000 miles a year at 21 MPG combined, the 2016 Ford Taurus uses about 714 gallons of fuel per year — roughly $2,499 at $3.50/gallon. Your real cost varies with local gas prices and driving style.
- What is the difference between city and highway MPG on the 2016 Ford Taurus?
- The 2016 Ford Taurus returns 18 MPG city and 26 MPG highway. Highway is higher because steady-speed cruising avoids the stop-and-go acceleration that burns fuel in city driving. The 19–23 MPG combined figure blends the two.
- Is 21 MPG good for a large cars?
- For a large cars, 21 MPG combined is on the thirstier side. Hybrid trims and smaller engines, where offered, return better numbers.
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