Auto loans: 1990 Ford Taurus
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 11.6 to 12.5 L/100 km combined (EPA). 6 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
- 11.6 to 12.5 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 6
For sale
We do not have a 1990 Ford Taurus for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and 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.
1990 Ford Taurus specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.0L 6-cylinder | 2.5L 4-cylinder | 3.0L 6-cylinder | 3.8L 6-cylinder |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 3-speed automatic | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas | Premium gas | Regular gas |
| City | 13.3 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km | 14.7 L/100 km | 14.3 L/100 km |
| Highway | 9.3 L/100 km | 9.8 L/100 km | 9.8 L/100 km | 9.6 L/100 km |
| Combined | 11.6 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km | 12.5 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 272.3 g/km | 276 g/km | 291 g/km | 291.5 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $17.98 | $18.29 | $21.70 | $19.38 |
1990 Ford Taurus: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.0 L | 2.5 L | 3.0 L | 3.8 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 4 | 6 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 18 | 18 | 16 | 17 |
| MPG highway (US) | 25 | 24 | 24 | 25 |
| MPG combined (US) | 20 | 20 | 19 | 19 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 24 | 24 | 23 | 23 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 1303 L (46 cu ft) | 481 L (17 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$3,317 | US$3,350 | US$4,350 | US$3,525 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,596 | $3,658 | $4,340 | $3,876 |
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 1990 Ford Taurus
- NHTSA lists 6 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 385 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine and engine cooling (91), structure (72) and steering (57). 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,... |
| 92V113000 | 1992-08-17 | seat belts:front:buckle assembly | THE RIGID MOUNTED SAFETY BELT BUCKLES ARE DEFECTIVE IN THREE WAYS. FIRST, A FASTENED SAFETY BELT BUCKLE WILL NOT UNLATCH WHEN THE RELEASE BUTTON IS DEPRESSED. THIS RESULTS FROM INTERFERENCE BETWEEN THE BUCKLE EJECTOR FINGER AND THE BUCKLE TONGUE WINDOW. THE SECOND DEFECT IS THE SAFETY BELT BUCKLE MAY NOT LATCH. THE... |
| 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. |
| 90V159000 | 1990-08-28 | wheels:hubcap/cover | WHEELS MAY CONTAIN CRACKS THAT COULD PROPOGATE IN RAISED PORTION OF WHEEL CENTER. |
| 89V171000 | 1989-10-13 | exterior lighting:headlights:switch | AN INCORRECT TRANSISTOR MAY CAUSE AUTOLAMP SYSTEM LIGHT SENSOR MODULE MALFUNCTION. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Buying the 1990 Ford Taurus
We rent cars and sell one only now and then. There is no 1990 Ford Taurus for sale by us right now. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. The 1990 Ford Taurus for buyers: what the numbers say, what to check, how to try it.
Before you sign for the Taurus
NHTSA has 385 owner complaints on file, mostly about engine and engine cooling, structure and steering. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. There are 6 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done.
The figures, translated
Its 3.0L 6-cylinder drives through a 4-speed automatic. It runs on regular gas. Front-wheel drive is the usual layout for cars this size, predictable in the rain and the snow.
It is rated at 11.6 L/100 km combined, so budget about 35 litres for 300 km. A 300 km round trip costs roughly $53.94 at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$3,317 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Who rents the Taurus
It uses more fuel than most, so it suits shorter trips or people who need its size. It suits visitors who want a familiar car for a week in town.
The Taurus in everyday use
Being a mid-size car, it is easy to park and comfortable on longer drives. The EPA lists 1,303 litres for luggage, roughly bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.
Drive it on your own roads
Renting first costs a fraction of the price of buying the wrong car. Rent the Taurus first, and buy only if it fits your life. Rent it, live with it for a week, and decide with real experience.
Which one to look for
Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires. If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person. Within the 1990 lineup, trims share powertrains or differ in equipment; the trim pages show which.
Money matters
The EPA estimates US$3,317 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $17.98 in fuel. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models.
Still deciding?
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 1990 Ford Taurus from us first.
Ask us about the 1990 Ford Taurus
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 1990 Ford Taurus for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 1990 Ford Taurus
Does CarmaCars sell the 1990 Ford Taurus?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 1990 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 1990 Ford Taurus have recalls?
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 1990 Ford Taurus cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,317 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3596.00.
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.