2006 · Large Car · Gas / Flex-fuel
2006 Ford Taurus MPG & fuel economy
The 2006 Ford Taurus is a large car offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 20 MPG combined (18 city / 25 highway) on regular gasoline. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2005 model. Among 33 large cars rated for 2006, it ranks 8th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,325 a year to fuel.
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Fuel average
The 2006 Ford Taurus's fuel average is 8.5 km/L (11.8 L/100 km), or 20 MPG combined: 7.7 km/L in the city and 10.6 km/L on the highway.
| MPG | km/L | L/100 km | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City | 18 | 7.7 | 13.1 |
| Highway | 25 | 10.6 | 9.4 |
| Combined | 20 | 8.5 | 11.8 |
How it ranks among 2006 Large Cars
Full class ranking →Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.
Taurus MPG across model years
Full history →2 EPA-rated configurations
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FWD · 3.0L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic Taurus |
Gas | 18 MPG | 25 MPG | 20 MPG | — | $2,325 |
| FWD · 3.0L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic Taurus |
Flex-fuel | 17 MPG | 25 MPG | 20 MPG | — | $2,325 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Regular gasoline
- Engine / motor
- 3.0L 6-cyl
- Transmission
- 4-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Passenger volume
- 105 cu ft
- Cargo volume
- 17 cu ft
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 444 g/mi
2006 Ford Taurus vs. rivals
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Frequently asked questions
What is the gas mileage of the 2006 Ford Taurus?
Up to 20 MPG combined (18 city / 25 highway).
What fuel does the 2006 Ford Taurus use?
Regular gasoline.
What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2006 Ford Taurus?
The 2006 Ford Taurus's fuel average is 8.5 km/L (11.8 L/100 km), or 20 MPG combined: 7.7 km/L in the city and 10.6 km/L on the highway.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2006 Ford Taurus per year?
About $2,325 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $15.50 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.