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2009 Ford Taurus MPG & fuel economy

The 2009 Ford Taurus is a SUV offered in 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 21 MPG combined (18 city / 28 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 18 to 21 MPG. That's down 1 MPG from the 2008 model. Among 109 SUVs rated for 2009, it ranks 26th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,214 a year to fuel.

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Combined 21 MPG 18 MPG city · 28 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,214 15,000 mi/yr · $14.76 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2009 #26 of 109 SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2009 Ford Taurus's fuel average is 8.9 km/L (11.2 L/100 km), or 21 MPG combined: 7.7 km/L in the city and 11.9 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City187.713.1
Highway2811.98.4
Combined218.911.2

How it ranks among 2009 SUVs

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  1. 1Ford Escape Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  2. 2Mazda Tribute Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  3. 3Mercury Mariner Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  4. 4Saturn Vue Hybrid28 MPG $1,661
  5. 5Toyota Highlander Hybrid26 MPG $1,788
  6. 26Ford Taurus21 MPG $2,214
  7. 109Mercedes-Benz G-Class12 MPG $4,938
2009 TaurusOther SUVsClass median: $2,583/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

Taurus MPG across model years

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4 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 3.5L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic
Taurus FWD		 Gas 18 MPG 28 MPG 21 MPG — $2,214
4WD/AWD · 3.5L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic
Taurus AWD		 Gas 17 MPG 24 MPG 19 MPG — $2,447
FWD · 3.5L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic
Taurus X FWD		 Gas 17 MPG 24 MPG 19 MPG — $2,447
4WD/AWD · 3.5L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic
Taurus X AWD		 Gas 15 MPG 22 MPG 18 MPG — $2,583

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
3.5L 6-cyl
Transmission
6-speed automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Passenger volume
108 cu ft
Cargo volume
21 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
423 g/mi

2009 Ford Taurus vs. rivals

vs GMC Yukon Hybrid 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Same fuel cost vs Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Same fuel cost vs Dodge Durango Hybrid 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Same fuel cost vs Chrysler Aspen Hybrid 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Same fuel cost vs Dodge Journey 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Same fuel cost vs Kia Sportage 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Sportage saves $101/yr vs Hyundai Santa Fe 20 MPG · $2,325/yr Taurus saves $111/yr vs Chevrolet Equinox 20 MPG · $2,325/yr Taurus saves $111/yr vs Pontiac Torrent 20 MPG · $2,325/yr Taurus saves $111/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2009 Ford Taurus?

Up to 21 MPG combined (18 city / 28 highway); ratings range from 18 to 21 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2009 Ford Taurus use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2009 Ford Taurus?

The 2009 Ford Taurus's fuel average is 8.9 km/L (11.2 L/100 km), or 21 MPG combined: 7.7 km/L in the city and 11.9 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2009 Ford Taurus per year?

About $2,214 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $14.76 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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