Car financing: 2006 Ford Taurus
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 11.8 L/100 km combined (EPA). 2 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
- 11.8 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 2
For sale
We do not have a 2006 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.
2006 Ford Taurus specs
| Engine | 3.0L 6-cylinder |
|---|---|
| Drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas |
| City | 13.5 L/100 km |
| Highway | 9.4 L/100 km |
| Combined | 11.8 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 276 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $18.29 |
2006 Ford Taurus: every figure
| Displacement | 3.0 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 18 |
| MPG highway (US) | 25 |
| MPG combined (US) | 20 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 24 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 481 L (17 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,350 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,658 |
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 2006 Ford Taurus
- NHTSA lists 2 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 318 complaints with NHTSA, most often about vehicle speed control (181), power train (33) and service brakes (27). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06V119000 | 2006-04-10 | electrical system: instrument cluster/panel | CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES BUILT FOR ONE SPECIFIC FLEET CUSTOMER WERE MODIFIED FOR OPTIONAL HANDS-FREE CELLULAR PHONE OPERATING CAPABILITY. TO PROVIDE THIS FUNCTIONALITY, A SPECIAL OVERLAY WIRE HARNESS WAS INSTALLED THAT INADVERTENTLY DID NOT INCLUDE THE CIRCUITS FOR PASSENGER AIR BAG DEACTIVATION INDICATOR (PADI)... |
| 05V520000 | 2005-11-09 | visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor | ON CERTAIN TRUCKS, PASSENGER CARS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR MAY HAVE BEEN PRODUCED WITHOUT GREASE BEING APPLIED TO THE OUTPUT SHAFT GEAR. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2006 Ford Taurus: before you buy
CarmaCars rents cars and does not sell the 2006 Ford Taurus; this page helps you judge it before you buy one elsewhere. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. Buying the 2006 Ford Taurus is a big decision; here is the information we have.
What to check on the Taurus
Owners filed 318 complaints with NHTSA, most often about vehicle speed control, power train and service brakes; have those parts checked. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. There are 2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered.
Reading the spec sheet
Power comes from the 3.0L 6-cylinder, driving 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.
Rated at 11.8 L/100 km combined, it needs around 35 litres for a 300 km round trip. Every 100 km costs about $18.29 in fuel at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$3,350 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Best uses
It suits a stretch between cars, by the week or the month. It suits commuters, couples and business trips.
Inside and out
Being a large sedan, it is easy to park and comfortable on longer drives. The EPA measures its luggage space at 481 litres, roughly a family's bags for a long weekend.
Rent it for a week first
Rent first, buy later: a week with the Taurus answers the big questions. Drive the Taurus on your commute before you commit to it. Rent the Taurus for a week, or up to 365 days, before you commit to buying one.
Narrowing it down
Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it.
Money matters
Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $182.90 at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$3,350 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Want a price?
Want to try the model first? Send a request with your dates.
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 2006 Ford Taurus from us first.
Ask us about the 2006 Ford Taurus
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2006 Ford Taurus for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2006 Ford Taurus
Does CarmaCars sell the 2006 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 2006 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 2006 Ford Taurus have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2006 Ford Taurus cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,350 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3658.00.
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.