2009 Ford Taurus problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: What gas mileage does the 2009 Ford Taurus get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2009 Ford Taurus at about 19 mpg combined (17 city / 25 highway).

Q: How much is a 2009 Ford Taurus worth?

Comparable 2009 Ford Taurus listings run roughly $2,600–$8,000, typically around $5,288 (from 66 vehicles).

2009 Ford Taurus at a glance

Safety recallsNone

Owner complaints64

Combined19 mpg

Typical price$5,288

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2009 Ford Taurus recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2009 Ford Taurus.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2009 Ford Taurus common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 64 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Service Brakes

Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

Wheels

Inspect wheels for bends, cracks and curb rash, and feel for vibration at highway speed.

Power Train

Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

Engine

Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Suspension

Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.

Forward Collision Avoidance

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2009 Ford Taurus MPG & running costs

Combined19 mpg

City17 mpg

Highway25 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$3,213

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2009 Ford Taurus worth?

Low

$2,600

Typical price

$5,288

High

$8,000

From 66 comparable 2009 Ford Taurus listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2009 Ford Taurus costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$16,065

Depreciation (5 yrs)$3,500

Total$19,565

Per mile$0.26

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($5,288) with the same model 5 model-years older ($1,786), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.