Auto loans: 1986 Ford Taurus
Rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one for you. Rated 10.5 to 12.0 L/100 km combined (EPA). 8 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 10.5 to 12.0 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 8
For sale
Rent a 1986 Ford Taurus for a week to try it on your own roads, and tell us what you want: we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
1986 Ford Taurus specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5L 4-cylinder | 2.5L 4-cylinder | 3.0L 6-cylinder |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 3-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 12.4 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km | 13.6 L/100 km |
| Highway | 8.3 L/100 km | 9.8 L/100 km | 9.4 L/100 km |
| Combined | 10.5 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km | 12.0 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 245.5 g/km | 276 g/km | 281 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $16.28 | $18.29 | $18.60 |
1986 Ford Taurus: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.5 L | 2.5 L | 3.0 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 19 | 18 | 17 |
| MPG highway (US) | 29 | 24 | 25 |
| MPG combined (US) | 23 | 20 | 20 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 28 | 24 | 24 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 1303 L (46 cu ft) | 481 L (17 cu ft) | 1303 L (46 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,975 | US$3,350 | US$3,417 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,256 | $3,658 | $3,720 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 1986 Ford Taurus
- NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 101 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine and engine cooling (27), power train (23) and electrical system (20). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 98V323000 | 1998-12-16 | structure:frame and members | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, KANSAS, KENTUCKY, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEBRASKA, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND,... |
| 93V106000 | 1993-06-23 | structure:frame and members | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: TAURUS AND SABLES BUILT FROM 10-14-85 THROUGH 8-19-88, AND LINCOLN CONTINENTALS BUILT FROM 11-4-87 THROUGH 9-30-88 (EXCEPT 1989 - 1991 2.5L TAURUS AND 1989 - 1992 SHO). THE AFFECTED CARS WERE ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE FOLLOWING STATES: CONNECTICUT, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, MAINE,... |
| 92V065000 | 1992-05-11 | wheels | CHILDREN CAN ACCIDENTALLY LOCK THEMSELVES IN THE FOOTWELL AREA OF THE REAR-FACING THIRD SEAT, OR IN THE STORAGE COMPARTMENT IN STATION WAGONS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AN OPTIONAL THIRD SEAT. ONCE THE COMPARTMENT IS CLOSED IT CANNOT BE OPENED FROM THE INSIDE. |
| 91V134000 | 1991-08-06 | service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:rotor | FRONT DISC BRAKE ROTORS OF THE SUBJECT VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE SEVERE CORROSION IF OPERATED IN AREAS WHERE CALCIUM CHLORIDE AND SODIUM CHLORIDE ARE USED EXTENSIVELY. |
| 87V139000 | 1987-09-04 | fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings | SPRING LOCK FUEL LINE COUPLING MAY NOT BE PROPERLY ENGAGED. |
| 87V017000 | 1987-02-19 | visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor | ROAD SALT INDUCED EROSION OF THE WIPER MOTOR CONDUCTOR STRIPS COULD CAUSE LOCALIZED THERMAL STRESS WITHIN THE GLASS. |
| 86V039000 | 1986-03-10 | visibility | THE RIGHT QUARTER WINDOWS MAY CONTAIN GLASS WHICH WAS IMPROPERLY TEMPERED. THIS GLASS MAY YIELD PIECES LARGER THAN THE MAXIMUM ALLOWED BY FMVSS 205, GLAZING MATERIAL. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: IN CASE OF AN ACCIDENT THESE LARGE PIECES OF GLASS MAY SERIOUSLY INJURE THE OCCUPANTS OF THE CAR. |
| 85V172000 | 1985-12-26 | steering:column locking:anti-theft device |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 1986 Ford Taurus: before you buy
CarmaCars rents cars; this page helps you judge the 1986 Ford Taurus before you buy one elsewhere. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. This page helps you judge the 1986 Ford Taurus before you buy one anywhere.
Recalls and complaints
In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package.
The figures, translated
The 2.5L 4-cylinder does the work, through a 5-speed manual. It runs on regular gas. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
Expect about 32 litres for every 300 km, going by its 10.5 L/100 km combined rating. For 1,000 km, budget about $162.80 at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$2,975 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Best uses
It suits a work trip where a reliable car matters more than anything else. It suits people curious about the model who want to drive it before they buy.
Living with the Taurus
As a mid-size car, it is easy to drive and park in the city. Its 1,303 litres of luggage space fit bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.
A longer test drive
Rent the Taurus first, and buy only if it fits your life. Rent the Taurus for a week and see how it fits your life. A test week in the Taurus tells you more than any review.
Picking a year and a trim
Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary.
The cost of driving it
A pre-purchase inspection is a small cost next to the price of the car. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary.
Let us know
Tell us the car you are considering, and we will help where we can.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 1986 Ford Taurus from us first.
Ask us about the 1986 Ford Taurus
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 1986 Ford Taurus for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 1986 Ford Taurus
Does CarmaCars sell the 1986 Ford Taurus?
CarmaCars rents cars and sells one now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 1986 Ford Taurus before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 1986 Ford Taurus have recalls?
NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 1986 Ford Taurus cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,975 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3256.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.