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2018 Ford Taurus
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2018 Ford Taurus

The 2013 freshening brought variable cam timing to the 3.5-liter V6 for improved performance and better fuel economy. An optional 240-hp, 2.0-liter, turbocharged EcoBoost four-cylinder engine is offered as well. On the safety front, blind spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control, forward-collision warning, Active Park Assist and backup sensors are all available. Still though, while we appreciate the quiet interior and comfortable ride, cramped interior accommodations and poor outward visibility continue to plague Ford's family sedan. The higher-performance SHO model has standard all-wheel drive, and its 365-hp, turbocharged V6 makes it quick, but it isn't an engaging car to drive.

Market value
$11,788
Fuel
Conventional
Transmission
Automatic
Seats
5
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Model year 2018
Owner rating 4/5
Reliability 3/5
Data updated December 4, 2025

At a glance

Model data

Overview

Powertrain
Conventional
Body style
sedan
Drive type
AWD
Transmission
Automatic, 6-speed
Category
Large cars
Generation began
2013

Pricing

Current retail median
$11,788
Retail value range
$11,275 - $16,700
Original MSRP range
$27,690 - $42,865
Trade-in range
$8,020 - $13,465

Ratings

Road test score
72/100
Owner satisfaction
4/5
Would buy again
66%
Reliability
3/5

Fuel economy

EPA city
19 MPG
EPA highway
29 MPG
EPA combined
22 MPG
Tested city
14 MPG
Tested highway
31 MPG
Tested overall
21 MPG
Annual fuel cost
$1,840
Cruising range
405 miles

Road tests

0-30 mph
2.9 sec
0-60 mph
7.2 sec
60-0 mph braking
135 ft
Avoidance speed
50 mph
Test status
Test Completed

Dimensions

Length
203 in
Width
76 in
Height
61 in
Wheelbase
113 in
Weight
4,090 lb
Maximum load
950 lb
Towing capacity
1,000 lb

Interior

Seating
5 people
Front head room
3.5 in
Front leg room
41.5 in
Rear head room
3.5 in
Rear leg room
28.5 in
Luggage
4+2+0

Owner feedback

Comfort
3/5
Driving
5/5
Styling
4/5
Value
4/5

Environmental impact

Air pollution score
3/10
Greenhouse gas score
4/10
SmartWay
No

Brand context

About Ford

Among Ford’s SUVs and pickups, the smallest options usually earn our highest ratings. Consumer Reports has recommended the Mustang Mach-E EV, the thrilling Mustang coupe and convertible, and the Maverick, a small pickup truck available with a hybrid powertrain. Most other vehicles, however, score low in our road tests and have average to below average reliability. With some exceptions, used Fords can be a risk. The Ford F-150 pickup combines true truck capabilities with quiet, roomy cabins, making it one of the best-selling vehicles in the U.S. However, our tests found that recent F-150s have a stiff ride, unresponsive handling, and below average reliability. The Lightning, an EV version of the F-150, drives better and is faster than its gasoline equivalent. The Bronco SUVs has exceptional off-road ability and classic boxy styling, but suffers from issues like wind noise and long stopping distances.

Vehicle ID: 11672 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: December 4, 2025

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