Trim Report

Ford Taurus LX2005

Includes:TAURUS|LX
$1,000
Starting From
4
Active Listings
—
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 4 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

Min $1,000
Max $6,587
From $1,000
(27d ago)

LX Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$1,522
$2K–$7K
14 listings132,143 avg miles
LX
From$1,000
4 listings|$1K–$7K
Limited
From$1,272
209 listings|$1K–$21K
SE
From$999
133 listings|$999–$25K
SEL
From$500
335 listings|$500–$30K
SES
From$999
17 listings|$999–$6K
SHO
From$1,500
81 listings|$2K–$26K
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2005 Ford Taurus LX Pricing

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Where to Find Ford Taurus LX

Location data for all 2005 Ford Taurus trims combined

36States

9% of the market sits in Michigan, though listings span 36 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

Ford Taurus Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2005 Ford Taurus trims

High Concern

The 2005 Ford Taurus has a high safety risk profile with 1 recall campaigns and 774 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

1
Recalls
774
Complaints
40
Crashes
10
Fires
Recall Findings
16E0260002016-01-04
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS

Bosch Brake Components LLC (Bosch) is recalling certain aftermarket replacement front brake pads, models Bosch QuietCast BC598 and BP765, Bosch Blue BE598 and BE598H, Prostop PD598 and PD765M, Duralast Gold DG598, Duralast MKD598, Stop Master ST598, UltraStop ULT598, UltraLife MX598 and MX765, BrakeBest MKD765, and Prostop Platinum PGD598. These brake pads, manufactured October 1, 2014, to October 31, 2015 are intended for use on 2001-2007 Ford Taurus, 2001-2005 Mercury Sable, 1995-1999 Ford Taurus SHO, 1995-2002 Lincoln Continental, and 1993-1998 Lincoln Mark VIII vehicles. The brake pad shim may shift out of position causing the shim to contact the brake disc resulting in damage to the disc.

A damaged or broken brake disc may reduce a vehicle's braking power, increasing the risk of a crash.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 774 owners have filed complaints about the 2005 Ford Taurus. VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Vehicle Speed Control403
02Power Train80
03Vehicle Speed Control,engine26
04Engine And Engine Cooling20
05Air Bags19
774 total across 1 model years (2005–2005)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Ford Taurus Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2005 Ford Taurus trims

19–20mpg combined
·
17-18city
·
23-25hwy
·
$3,100-$3,250/yr

Across 6 configurations, the 2005 Ford Taurus returns 19–20 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim
Taurus - Automatic 4-spd
20mpg
3.0L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city25 hwy~$3,100/yr-1/10 Poor
Taurus Wagon - Automatic 4-spd
19mpg
3.0L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
17 city23 hwy~$3,250/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

LX Trim Buyer Questions

What to know about the 2005 Ford Taurus LX

How does the LX compare to other Ford Taurus trims?

Every Ford Taurus trim targets a different buyer. The 2005 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2005 Ford Taurus LX?

The LX shares its core mechanicals with other Ford Taurus trims, so major service intervals are similar. Watch for vehicle speed control issues, the most commonly reported problem area. There are 1 recall to verify before purchase. The 2005 model page has the details.

What are the best years for the Ford Taurus LX?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Ford Taurus LX year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Ford Taurus overview compares all years side by side.

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