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1998 Ford Taurus MPG & fuel economy

The 1998 Ford Taurus is a midsize car offered in 7 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 20 MPG combined (17 city / 24 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 18 to 20 MPG. That's down 1 MPG from the 1997 model. Among 40 midsize cars rated for 1998, it ranks 20th 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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Combined 20 MPG 17 MPG city · 24 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,325 15,000 mi/yr · $15.50 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1998 #20 of 40 Midsize Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1998 Ford Taurus's fuel average is 8.5 km/L (11.8 L/100 km), or 20 MPG combined: 7.2 km/L in the city and 10.2 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City177.213.8
Highway2410.29.8
Combined208.511.8

How it ranks among 1998 Midsize Cars

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  1. 1Volkswagen Passat Diesel37 MPG $1,500
  2. 2Dodge Stratus27 MPG $1,722
  3. 3Plymouth Breeze27 MPG $1,722
  4. 4Mazda 62626 MPG $1,788
  5. 5Toyota Camry24 MPG $1,938
  6. 20Ford Taurus20 MPG $2,325
  7. 40Bentley Turbo RT12 MPG $4,938
1998 TaurusOther midsize carsClass median: $2,325/yr

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

Taurus MPG across model years

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7 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
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		 Gas 17 MPG 26 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325
FWD · 3.0L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Taurus		 Gas 16 MPG 25 MPG 19 MPG — $2,447
FWD · 3.0L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Taurus		 Gas 17 MPG 23 MPG 19 MPG — $2,447
FWD · 3.0L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Taurus Wagon		 Gas 16 MPG 24 MPG 19 MPG — $2,447
FWD · 3.0L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Taurus Wagon		 Gas 16 MPG 23 MPG 18 MPG — $2,583
FWD · 3.4L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Taurus SHO		 Gas 15 MPG 23 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
444 g/mi

1998 Ford Taurus vs. rivals

vs Mercury Sable 20 MPG · $2,325/yr Same fuel cost vs Buick Century 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Century saves $111/yr vs Buick Regal 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Regal saves $111/yr vs Hyundai Sonata 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Sonata saves $111/yr vs Oldsmobile Intrigue 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Intrigue saves $111/yr vs Nissan Maxima 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Maxima saves $111/yr vs Buick Riviera 19 MPG · $2,447/yr Taurus saves $122/yr vs Volkswagen Passat 24 MPG · $2,469/yr Taurus saves $144/yr vs Oldsmobile Aurora 18 MPG · $3,292/yr Taurus saves $967/yr vs Mitsubishi Diamante 18 MPG · $3,292/yr Taurus saves $967/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1998 Ford Taurus?

Up to 20 MPG combined (17 city / 24 highway); ratings range from 18 to 20 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1998 Ford Taurus use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1998 Ford Taurus?

The 1998 Ford Taurus's fuel average is 8.5 km/L (11.8 L/100 km), or 20 MPG combined: 7.2 km/L in the city and 10.2 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1998 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.

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