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2011 Ford Taurus FWD
The 2011 Ford Taurus FWD is a sedan. It has a 3.5-litre six-cylinder engine producing 288 hp (215 kW), with a 6-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. 0–60 mph takes 8.0 seconds and top speed is 118 mph (190 km/h).
ABOUT THE 2011 FORD TAURUS FWD
Written by CarDetails.org. Last reviewed September 8, 2026.
SPECS
| Make | Ford | Model | Taurus FWD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | 2011 | Version / Trim | Ford 2011 Taurus FWD |
| Body Style | Sedan | Doors | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | Ext. Colour | Oxford White, Tuxedo Black, Ingot Silver, Sterling Gray, White Platinum, Ruby Red, Race Red, Red Candy, Kona Blue |
| Steering | LHD / RHD | Manufactured In | United States |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Transmission | Automatic (S6) |
| Engine | 3.5L 6-cyl | Engine Size | 3,500 cc |
| Power | 288 hp / 215 kW | Torque | 254 Nm / 187 lb-ft |
| 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) | 8.0 sec | Top Speed | 118 mph (190 km/h) |
| Fuel Economy | 18 mpg city / 26 mpg hwy | ||
| Wheelbase | 2,867 mm | Kerb Weight | 1,660 kg (3,660 lb) |
HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2011 SEDANS
Compared with other 2011 sedans in our database, its 288 hp is close to the average for a 2011 sedan (284 hp), and it reaches 60 mph 1.2 seconds slower than average.
| 2011 Ford Taurus FWD | Average 2011 sedans | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 288 hp | 284 hp (107 cars) | +1% |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 363 Nm (107 cars) | -30% |
| 0–60 mph | 8.0 s | 6.8 s (106 cars) | +18% |
| Top speed | 118 mph | 139 mph (106 cars) | -15% |
| Kerb weight | 1,660 kg | 1,639 kg (121 cars) | +1% |
| Engine size | 3,500 cc | 3,291 cc (121 cars) | +6% |
Averages are calculated from all cars of the same model year and body type in the CarDetails.org database that have the figure listed. For 0–60 mph, a negative difference means quicker.
CLOSEST RIVALS
Other 2011 sedans with similar power to the 2011 Ford Taurus FWD.
| Car | Power | 0–60 mph | Kerb weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Ford Taurus FWD | 288 hp | 8.0 s | 1,660 kg |
| 2011 Nissan Maxima | 290 hp | 6.2 s | 1,540 kg |
| 2011 BMW 135i | 300 hp | 5.2 s | 1,420 kg |
| 2011 Volvo S80 AWD | 300 hp | 7.0 s | 1,685 kg |
| 2011 Lexus GS 350 | 303 hp | 6.0 s | 1,745 kg |
FEATURES
Air Conditioning
Navigation System
ABS
Electronic Stability Control
Traction Control
Airbags (Multiple)
Reverse Camera
Rear Parking Sensors
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Alloy Wheels
Fog Lights
Keyless Entry
Spare Tyre