1996 Ford Taurus SHO
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Photo: 1997 Ford Taurus GL in Toreador Red, Front Right, 08-04-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: 1999 Ford Taurus SE, front by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: '98-'99 Ford Taurus Sedan by Bull-Doser, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: 1999 Ford Taurus SE Comfort Group Sedan in Graphite Blue Clearcoat Metallic, Rear Left, 06-28-2023 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: 1999 Ford Taurus SE, rear by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the third generation (1996–1999); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
- Photo: 1997 Ford Taurus GL in Toreador Red, Front Right, 08-04-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1999 Ford Taurus SE, front by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: '98-'99 Ford Taurus Sedan by Bull-Doser, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1999 Ford Taurus SE Comfort Group Sedan in Graphite Blue Clearcoat Metallic, Rear Left, 06-28-2023 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1999 Ford Taurus SE, rear by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1996 Ford Taurus SHO is a 145-hp 3.0-liter V6 with a 4-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $26,480 MSRP and is rated at 21 mpg combined.
It makes 145 horsepower at 5,250 rpm and 170 lb-ft of torque at 3250 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 18 mpg city and 26 mpg highway (21 mpg combined).
The Taurus measures 197.5 inches long on a 108.5-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,326 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $26,480 ($54,850 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.0L V6 |
| Displacement | 3 L |
| Horsepower | 145 hp @ 5,250 rpm |
| Torque | 170 lb-ft @ 3250 rpm |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 18 MPG |
| Highway | 26 MPG |
| Combined | 21 MPG |
| Tank Capacity | 16 gal |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 15.0 in |
| Wheels Rear | 15.0 in |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 197.5 in |
| Width | 73 in |
| Height | 55.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 108.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,326 lbs |
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars
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