2008 Ford Taurus
The 2008 Ford Taurus is listed in 4 versions in the EPA fuel economy database, with a 3.5 L 6-cyl powertrain. Combined fuel economy ranges from 18 to 22 MPG (best: 10.7 L/100 km).
Model year2008
Versions4
ClassLarge Cars, Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD, Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
Drive4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Engines, transmissions & fuel economy
| Version | Powertrain | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | MPG city / hwy / comb | L/100 km (comb) | CO2 g/mi | Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taurus AWD | 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Regular | 17 / 24 / 19 | 12.4 | 468 | Large Cars |
| Taurus FWD | 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 18 / 28 / 22 | 10.7 | 404 | Large Cars |
| Taurus X AWD | 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Regular | 15 / 22 / 18 | 13.1 | 494 | Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD |
| Taurus X FWD | 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 16 / 24 / 19 | 12.4 | 468 | Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD |
Figures are EPA estimates for the U.S. market (U.S. gallons). Your mileage will vary. Transmissions: (S6) = 6-speed with manual select mode, (AV) = continuously variable, (AM) = automated manual.
Safety recalls
Check the NHTSA recall database for the 2008 Ford Taurus.