Ford Taurus X FWD

20082009 · 2 configurations

Lowest
19
Average
19
Best
19

The Ford Taurus X FWD has been tested by the EPA across 2 different configurations spanning model years 2008 through 2009. Over this period, the Taurus X FWD has achieved a consistent combined fuel economy rating of 19 MPG. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2009
3.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$3,150172419MPG
2008
3.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$3,150162419MPG

Historical Efficiency

2009
19
2008
19

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Taurus X FWD) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Ford Taurus X FWD. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Ford Ford Taurus/Taurus X grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
404
Total Deaths
202

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
8.4%
Fire Occurrence
1.5%
Speeding Involved
11.9%
DUI Involved
10.4%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

80%
Front
15%
Side
6%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes34
Fatalities
22
Deaths/Crash
0.65
2022
Fatal Crashes44
Fatalities
22
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2021
Fatal Crashes48
Fatalities
26
Deaths/Crash
0.54
2020
Fatal Crashes52
Fatalities
26
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2019
Fatal Crashes48
Fatalities
32
Deaths/Crash
0.67
2018
Fatal Crashes44
Fatalities
22
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2017
Fatal Crashes38
Fatalities
14
Deaths/Crash
0.37
2016
Fatal Crashes36
Fatalities
16
Deaths/Crash
0.44
2015
Fatal Crashes36
Fatalities
14
Deaths/Crash
0.39
2014
Fatal Crashes24
Fatalities
8
Deaths/Crash
0.33

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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Historical Severity Timeline

2008
1
Critical
Moderate
Advisory