Trim Report

Ford Taurus SEL2012

Includes:TAURUS|SEL
$850
Starting From
396
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 396 active dealer listings as of

Min $850
Max $29,995
From $850
Fresh

SEL Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$2,450
$2K–$14K
28 listings117,857 avg miles
LX
From$2,500
5 listings|$3K–$5K
Limited
From$575
232 listings|$575–$23K
SE
From$995
182 listings|$995–$25K
SEL
From$850
396 listings|$850–$30K
SES
From$995
17 listings|$995–$9K
SHO
From$1,800
102 listings|$2K–$24K

2012 Ford Taurus SEL Pricing

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Where to Find Ford Taurus SEL

Location data for all 2012 Ford Taurus trims combined

35States

Michigan has the most inventory at 11%, with options spread across 35 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

Ford Taurus Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2012 Ford Taurus trims

Elevated

The 2012 Ford Taurus has a elevated safety risk profile with 2 recall campaigns and 78 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

2
Recalls
78
Complaints
1
Crashes
3
Fires
Recall Findings
16V2470002016-26-04
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Ford Flex, 2008 and 2010-2012 Ford Taurus, 2008-2009 Ford Taurus X, 2008 Mercury Sable, 2009 and 2011 Lincoln MKS vehicles. The driver frontal air bag may improperly inflate during second-stage deployment in the event of a high speed crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

An improperly inflated air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

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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.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 78 owners have filed complaints about the 2012 Ford Taurus. STRUCTURE issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Structure15
02Steering14
03Exterior Lighting10
04Electrical System7
05Engine5
78 total across 1 model years (2012–2012)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Ford Taurus Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2012 Ford Taurus trims

20–22mpg combined
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17-18city
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24-28hwy
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$2,000-$2,200/yr

Across 4 configurations, the 2012 Ford Taurus returns 20–22 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

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 city27 hwy~$2,100/yr-1/10 Poor
Taurus AWD - Automatic (S6)
20mpg
3.5L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
17 city25 hwy~$2,200/yr-1/10 Poor
Taurus AWD - Automatic (S6)
20mpg
3.5L 6-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
17 city24 hwy~$2,200/yr-1/10 Poor

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

2012 Ford Taurus SEL FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

How does the SEL compare to other Ford Taurus trims?

Every Ford Taurus trim targets a different buyer. The 2012 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2012 Ford Taurus SEL?

Maintenance costs for the SEL align with the broader Ford Taurus ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 2012 model year has 2 recalls on record. The most-reported issue area is structure. Check the 2012 Ford Taurus page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Ford Taurus SEL?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Ford Taurus SEL 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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