Petrol
2016 Ford Taurus AWD
The 2016 Ford Taurus AWD is a sedan. It has a 3.5-litre turbocharged six-cylinder engine producing 288 hp (215 kW), with a 6-speed automatic and all-wheel drive. 0–60 mph takes 8.0 seconds and top speed is 118 mph (190 km/h).
ABOUT THE 2016 FORD TAURUS AWD
Written by CarDetails.org. Last reviewed September 9, 2026.
SPECS
| Make | Ford | Model | Taurus AWD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | 2016 | Version / Trim | Ford 2016 Taurus AWD |
| Body Style | Sedan | Doors | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | Ext. Colour | Oxford White, Shadow Black, Ingot Silver, Magnetic, White Platinum, Ruby Red, Race Red, Blue Jeans, Deep Impact Blue, Guard, Caribou |
| Steering | LHD / RHD | Manufactured In | United States |
| Drive | All-Wheel Drive (AWD) | Transmission | Automatic (S6) |
| Engine | 3.5L 6-cyl Turbo | 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 | 16 mpg city / 24 mpg hwy | ||
| Wheelbase | 2,867 mm | Kerb Weight | 1,660 kg (3,660 lb) |
HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2016 SEDANS
Compared with other 2016 sedans in our database, its 288 hp is close to the average for a 2016 sedan (283 hp), and it reaches 60 mph 1.7 seconds slower than average.
| 2016 Ford Taurus AWD | Average 2016 sedans | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 288 hp | 283 hp (169 cars) | +2% |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 374 Nm (169 cars) | -32% |
| 0–60 mph | 8.0 s | 6.3 s (168 cars) | +26% |
| Top speed | 118 mph | 140 mph (168 cars) | -16% |
| Kerb weight | 1,660 kg | 1,654 kg (192 cars) | — |
| Engine size | 3,500 cc | 2,866 cc (175 cars) | +22% |
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 2016 sedans with similar power to the 2016 Ford Taurus AWD.
| Car | Power | 0–60 mph | Kerb weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Ford Taurus AWD | 288 hp | 8.0 s | 1,660 kg |
| 2016 Kia Cadenza | 290 hp | — | 1,730 kg |
| 2016 Audi S3 | 292 hp | 4.9 s | 1,490 kg |
| 2016 BMW 335i xDrive Gran Turismo | 300 hp | 5.8 s | 1,620 kg |
| 2016 Nissan Maxima | 300 hp | 5.8 s | 1,613 kg |
FEATURES
Air Conditioning
Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Navigation System
ABS
Electronic Stability Control
Traction Control
Airbags (Multiple)
Reverse Camera
Rear Parking Sensors
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Alloy Wheels
Fog Lights
Keyless Entry
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