Luup alternative: 1997 Ford Taurus
Luup alternative for the 1997 Ford Taurus. Rated 11.8 to 13.1 L/100 km combined (EPA). Request one, or rent a similar car now.
- Combined
- 11.8 to 13.1 L/100 km

1997 Ford Taurus specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.0L 6-cylinder | 3.4L 8-cylinder |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Premium gas |
| City | 13.8 L/100 km | 15.7 L/100 km |
| Highway | 9.4 L/100 km | 9.8 L/100 km |
| Combined | 11.8 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 276.5 g/km | 307 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $18.29 | $22.93 |
1997 Ford Taurus: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.0 L | 3.4 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 8 |
| MPG city (US) | 17 | 15 |
| MPG highway (US) | 25 | 24 |
| MPG combined (US) | 20 | 18 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 24 | 22 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 1076 L (38 cu ft) | 453 L (16 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,363 | US$4,550 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,658 | $4,586 |
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.
Cost to drive the 1997 Ford Taurus
From the EPA combined rating at $1.55 a litre and $1.75 a litre for premium (our current Toronto price setting). You return the car with the same fuel it had at pickup, so this is what you pay for the driving.
| Powertrain | Uses | 100 km | A 300 km weekend | 1,000 km |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L 6-cylinder, Front-wheel drive | 11.8 L/100 km | $18.29 | $54.87 | $182.90 |
| 3.4L 8-cylinder, Front-wheel drive | 13.1 L/100 km | $22.93 | $68.79 | $229.30 |
Luup alternative with this car
Renting the 1997 Ford Taurus as a rental car works like any rental with us: a free request, an offer, then the keys. You choose the car; a person confirms it and sends the price. Every car has its own page with its rates and calendar.
Engine and fuel
The engine is the 3.0L 6-cylinder, with front-wheel drive and 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.
Combined fuel use is 11.8 L/100 km: about 35 litres for 300 km. In energy, every 100 km costs about $18.29 at our price setting.
Living with the Taurus
A car body like this keeps the weight low, so it feels settled on the highway. Luggage space is 1,076 litres, enough for bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.
A good match for
It suits anyone who needs a car for a few days, a week or a month without buying one. It suits a stretch between cars, by the week or the month.
Can I rent it?
Your request can name this exact car; the offer confirms what we can give you. Meanwhile, 6 similar cars are listed below. We have none on the site right now. Send a request for this exact car and we look for one for your dates. Delivery to your door is available across the Toronto area.
Before pickup
Drivers need to be 18 or over, holding an Ontario G2 or G licence for the whole rental. Drivers below 26 pay a fee each day of the rental, and older drivers pay none. Your licence and the card you paid with come with you to the pickup.
For damage to the car itself, have your own policy (OPCF 27), a credit card with rental car coverage, or add the CarmaCars Protection Plan. We hold the deposit shortly before pickup and release it after the return. Each driver named on the booking signs the rental agreement.
Booking with CarmaCars
You ask for the car online with your dates, and nothing is charged to send it. Then we send an offer. The offer shows the price before 13% HST and the deposit. When you approve the offer and pay, the car is booked for you.
Each car shows its rate for a day, a weekend day, a week and a month. Trips of 7 days or more use the weekly rate, and shorter trips never cost more than it. Give us 2 hours or more before the pickup and we can usually make it work.
Questions first?
Look through the cars, choose one, and send a request when it suits you.
Rent a 1997 Ford Taurus in Toronto
We have no 1997 Ford Taurus on the site right now. Request one and we look for it for your dates, or take a similar car that is available now.
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Luup alternative: the 1997 Ford Taurus
Can I rent a 1997 Ford Taurus in Toronto?
Not from our fleet right now. Send a request for this exact car and we look for one for your dates. Meanwhile 6 similar cars are available below.
How much does fuel cost to drive the 1997 Ford Taurus 100 km?
About $18.29 for fuel, from the EPA combined rating of 11.8 L/100 km (3.0L 6-cylinder, front-wheel drive, 4-speed automatic) at $1.55 a litre. You return the car with the same fuel it had at pickup.
How old do I need to be to rent?
18 or older at pickup, with an Ontario G2 or G licence valid for the whole rental. Drivers aged 18 to 20 pay a young driver fee of $35 a day, and 21 to 25 pay $20 a day.
How much is the deposit?
Between $500 and $5,000, depending on the car. It is taken about 1 hour before pickup, never when you book, and the balance is released within 7 business days after you return the car.
What coverage do I need?
Third-party liability is included in the rate. For damage to the car itself, have your own policy (OPCF 27), a credit card with rental car coverage, or add the CarmaCars Protection Plan, priced in your offer by car and driver age. At $2,500 or more we claim on our fleet policy and you pay the $2,500 deductible.
Can the car be delivered?
Yes, anywhere, including Toronto Pearson International Airport and Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport. Delivery starts at $75 plus the distance from our location, priced in your offer. Collecting the car yourself is free.