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2000-2006 Ford Taurus MPG & Fuel Cost
7 model years · 19–21 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 7 of 10 large car configurations, MY2006. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2000-2006 Ford Taurus at a glance
The 2000-2006 Ford Taurus covers 7 model years in the EPA database (35 configurations in all), rated 19–21 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2006, costs about $3,270 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Taurus 3.0L 6-cyl FWD (20 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 and 2006. The best combined rating in the generation, 21 MPG, was reached in 2002 and 2003.
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
2000-2006 Ford Taurus by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Gas | 20 MPG | $3,270 | Ratings changed |
| 2005 | Gas | 19–20 MPG | $3,270–$3,440 | Ratings changed |
| 2004 | Gas | 19–20 MPG | $3,270–$3,440 | Ratings changed |
| 2003 | Gas | 19–21 MPG | $3,110–$3,440 | Ratings changed |
| 2002 | Gas | 19–21 MPG | $3,110–$3,440 | Ratings changed |
| 2001 | Gas | 19–20 MPG | $3,270–$3,440 | Ratings changed |
| 2000 | Gas | 19–20 MPG | $3,270–$3,440 | First year |
What the 2006 Taurus 3.0L 6-cyl FWD costs to drive
Per month
$273
$3,270 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$5.45
Per 100 miles
$21.80
Five years
$16,350
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the large car median
$360less a year
Class median $3,630 a year, MY2006
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2006 Ford Taurus MPG
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2005: The most efficient configuration stays at 20 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,270.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taurus 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 20 | $3,270 |
| Taurus 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $3,270 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
2005 Ford Taurus MPG
19–20 MPG · $3,270–$3,440/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2004: The most efficient configuration stays at 20 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,270.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taurus 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 20 | $3,270 |
| Taurus 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $3,270 |
| Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 23 | 19 | $3,440 |
| Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $3,440 |
| Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $3,440 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
2004 Ford Taurus MPG
19–20 MPG · $3,270–$3,440/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2003: The most efficient configuration moves from 21 to 20 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,110 to $3,270, $160 more.
Gas configurations (6)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taurus 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 20 | $3,270 |
| Taurus 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 24 | 20 | $3,270 |
| Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 24 | 20 | $3,270 |
| Taurus 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $3,270 |
| Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 16 | 23 | 19 | $3,440 |
| Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $3,440 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
2003 Ford Taurus MPG
19–21 MPG · $3,110–$3,440/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2002: The most efficient configuration stays at 21 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,110.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taurus 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Taurus 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Taurus 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $3,270 |
| Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $3,440 |
| Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $3,440 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
2002 Ford Taurus MPG
19–21 MPG · $3,110–$3,440/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2001: The most efficient configuration moves from 20 to 21 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,270 to $3,110, $160 less.
Gas configurations (6)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taurus 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Taurus 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Taurus 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 20 | $3,270 |
| Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 24 | 20 | $3,270 |
| Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $3,440 |
| Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $3,440 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
2001 Ford Taurus MPG
19–20 MPG · $3,270–$3,440/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2000: The most efficient configuration stays at 20 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,270.
Gas configurations (6)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taurus 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $3,270 |
| Taurus 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 16 | 25 | 19 | $3,440 |
| Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $3,440 |
| Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 16 | 24 | 19 | $3,440 |
| Wagon FFV | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 16 | 24 | 19 | $3,440 |
| FFV | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 16 | 25 | 19 | $3,440 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
2000 Ford Taurus MPG
19–20 MPG · $3,270–$3,440/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taurus 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $3,270 |
| Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $3,270 |
| Taurus 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $3,270 |
| Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $3,270 |
| Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $3,440 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Taurus 3.0L 6-cyl FWD: $4,440 in California and $2,850 in Texas, a $1,590 difference.
- California $4,440
- Washington $4,120
- New York $3,270
- Florida $3,090
- Texas $2,850
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Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2000-2006 Ford Taurus get?
EPA rates the 2000-2006 Ford Taurus at 19–21 MPG combined across 35 configurations and 7 model years. The most efficient version, the 2003 Taurus 3.0L 6-cyl FWD, is rated 21 MPG (18 city, 26 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2000-2006 Ford Taurus?
The Taurus 3.0L 6-cyl FWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 21 MPG, in 2002 and 2003. The lowest top rating, 20 MPG, was in 2000, 2001, 2004, 2005 and 2006.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2000-2006 Ford Taurus?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 and 2006.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2006 Ford Taurus per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Taurus 3.0L 6-cyl FWD costs about $3,270 a year. Across all 2 configurations the cost runs $3,270 a year.
How much does it cost to drive a 2006 Ford Taurus 100 miles?
About $21.80 per 100 miles for the Taurus 3.0L 6-cyl FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2006 Ford Taurus more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Taurus 3.0L 6-cyl FWD is rated 18 city and 25 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 7 MPG.
How does the 2006 Ford Taurus compare with other large car configurations?
The Taurus 3.0L 6-cyl FWD costs about $3,270 a year to fuel, $360 less than the class median of $3,630, and less than 7 of 10 large car configurations. The comparison covers all 73 rated large car configurations for MY2006, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2006 Ford Taurus different from the 2005 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 20 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,270. EPA lists 2 configurations for 2006 against 5 configurations for 2005. See the 2005 Ford Taurus for that year.