2011 Ford Taurus

$850
from
54
listings
$850–$14K
price range
Low$850
High$13,977
From$850
Avg Mileage132,407 mi
Fresh

Sourced from 54 active dealer listings as of

2011 Ford Taurus Pricing

Price Trend

+13.4%
$1K$2K$3K$4K$4KMar 26Mar 26Mar 26$1,700
3 data pointsAs of Mar 26

The price range is enormous.

Some are steals, some are wildly overpriced. A scout cuts through the noise and surfaces the ones worth your time.

Ford Taurus Safety & Reliability

High Concern

The 2011 Ford Taurus's high safety profile includes 1 recall campaigns and 187 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

1
Recalls
187
Complaints
14
Crashes
2
Fires
Recall Findings
14V2850002014-29-05
EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Taurus vehicles manufactured November 24, 2008, through February 28, 2014, originally sold in, or currently registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. When used in areas that use road salt, the license plate lamp assembly may experience an electro-chemical reaction and corrosion as a result of water intrusion.

This corrosion may result in a short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2011 Ford Taurus has accumulated 187 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with engine leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Engine27
02Electrical System22
03Steering18
04Power Train12
05Exterior Lighting10
187 total across 1 model years (2011–2011)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Ford Taurus Fuel Economy

20–22mpg combined
·
17-18city
·
25-28hwy
·
$2,000-$2,200/yr

With 4 configurations tested, the 2011 Ford Taurus ranges from 20 to 22 MPG combined. That's a 2 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim
Taurus FWD - Automatic 6-spd
22mpg
3.5L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city28 hwy~$2,000/yr-1/10 Poor
Taurus FWD - Automatic (S6)
21mpg
3.5L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city26 hwy~$2,100/yr-1/10 Poor
Taurus AWD - Automatic (S6)
20mpg
3.5L 6-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
17 city25 hwy~$2,200/yr-1/10 Poor
Taurus AWD - Automatic 6-spd
20mpg
3.5L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
17 city25 hwy~$2,200/yr-1/10 Poor

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

Where to Find 2011 Ford Taurus

35States

If you're near Michigan, you're in luck: 11% of listings are there. But with 35 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2011.

2011 Ford Taurus: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 2011 Ford Taurus a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2011 Ford Taurus. There are 1 recall to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2011 Ford Taurus?

Yes, 1 recall on record. The good news: recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Check the safety report for specifics, and always run the VIN before buying.

What's the gas mileage of the 2011 Ford Taurus?

Fuel economy ranges from 20 to 22 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $239 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2011 Ford Taurus?

ENGINE problems top the list with 187 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.

How does the 2011 compare to other Ford Taurus years?

Each Ford Taurus model year has different pricing, recall counts, and owner satisfaction patterns. Compare all available years on the Ford Taurus overview page.

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