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1996 Ford Taurus MPG & fuel economy

The 1996 Ford Taurus is a midsize car offered in 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 21 MPG combined (18 city / 26 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 18 to 21 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 1995 model. Among 31 midsize cars rated for 1996, it ranks 11th 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 · 26 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, 1996 #11 of 31 Midsize Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1996 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 11.1 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City187.713.1
Highway2611.19.0
Combined218.911.2

How it ranks among 1996 Midsize Cars

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  1. 1Volkswagen Passat Diesel35 MPG $1,586
  2. 2Mazda 62626 MPG $1,788
  3. 3Dodge Stratus26 MPG $1,788
  4. 4Plymouth Breeze26 MPG $1,788
  5. 5Buick Century24 MPG $1,938
  6. 11Ford Taurus21 MPG $2,214
  7. 31Rolls-Royce Silver Spur/Silver Dawn12 MPG $4,938
1996 TaurusOther midsize carsClass median: $2,214/yr

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Taurus MPG across model years

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5 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 3.0L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Taurus		 Gas 18 MPG 26 MPG 21 MPG — $2,214
FWD · 3.0L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Taurus		 Gas 17 MPG 24 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325
FWD · 3.0L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Taurus Wagon		 Gas 17 MPG 25 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325
FWD · 3.0L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Taurus Wagon		 Gas 17 MPG 26 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325
FWD · 3.4L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Taurus SHO		 Gas 15 MPG 24 MPG 18 MPG — $3,292

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
3.0L 6-cyl
Transmission
4-speed automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Passenger volume
102 cu ft
Cargo volume
16 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
423 g/mi

1996 Ford Taurus vs. rivals

vs Buick Riviera 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Same fuel cost vs Buick Regal 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Same fuel cost vs Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Same fuel cost vs Pontiac Grand Prix 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Same fuel cost vs Chevrolet Lumina/Monte Carlo 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Same fuel cost vs Volkswagen Passat 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Same fuel cost vs Hyundai Sonata 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Sonata saves $101/yr vs Mercury Cougar 19 MPG · $2,447/yr Taurus saves $233/yr vs Oldsmobile Aurora 18 MPG · $3,292/yr Taurus saves $1,077/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1996 Ford Taurus?

Up to 21 MPG combined (18 city / 26 highway); ratings range from 18 to 21 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1996 Ford Taurus use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1996 Ford Taurus?

The 1996 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 11.1 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1996 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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