2003 Ford TaurusFuel Economy & MPG Ratings
Gasoline Large CarsFront-Wheel Drive
City
18
MPG
Highway
26
MPG
Combined
21
MPG
Real-World MPG
Based on 11 owner reports via EPA fueleconomy.gov
22.9MPG average+9.2% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 21 MPG · Owner reported avg: 22.9 MPG
Range: 19–28 MPG
Driving mix: City 44% / Highway 56%
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov “Your MPG” owner submissions. Real-world results vary by driver behavior, conditions, and equipment.
Owner reported MPG for this vehicle averages 22.9 real world MPG based on 11 owner reports. EPA combined rating is 21 MPG.
Trim Comparison
Automatic 4-spd
Regular
City
18
Hwy
26
Comb
21
Fuel cost: $3,200/yr
Automatic 4-spd
Regular
City
18
Hwy
25
Comb
21
Fuel cost: $3,200/yr
Automatic 4-spd
Gasoline or E85 FFV
City
17
Hwy
25
Comb
20
Fuel cost: $3,400/yr
| Trim | Engine | City | Hwy | Combined | Fuel Cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Automatic 4-spd | Regular | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Automatic 4-spd | Gasoline or E85 FFV | 17 | 25 | 20 | $3,400 |
Annual Fuel Cost
$3,200
Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year
5-Year Fuel Savings
$-4,000
vs. average new vehicle
EPA Fuel Economy Score: -1/10
GHG Score: -1/10
Environment
- CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
- 423 g/mile
- Annual Petroleum Consumption
- 14.2 barrels
Specifications
- Engine
- 3L 6-cyl
- Transmission
- 4-speed Automatic
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Body Style
- Sedan
Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.
Engine & Efficiency Details
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov
- Engine Size
- 3L, 6-cylinder
- Induction Type
- 2-VALVE
- Fuel Type
- Regular Gasoline
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