Fuel economy & running costsGasoline

2004 FordTaurus Wagon

Midsize Station Wagons · Front-Wheel Drive · 3.0 L 6-cyl

20MPGcombined

17city

24highway

A year of fuel$3,350

CO₂ from the tailpipe444.4 g/mi

Figures from the EPA label (fueleconomy.gov), the same as on the car's window sticker.

See it on fueleconomy.gov

Against the 3,957 ford cars

Combined MPG 20 MPGbest 42 · avg 19

Annual fuel cost $3,350best $700 · avg $3,727

Bars are scaled to the best in the list; the mark shows the list average. Lower is better for fuel cost; higher is better for the rest. All figures are the EPA's.

Summary

The 2004 Ford Taurus Wagon is a gasoline midsize station wagon with front-wheel drive. It uses a 3.0 L 6-cylinder engine and a 4-speed automatic transmission. Its EPA fuel economy is 17 MPG in the city, 24 MPG on the highway and 20 MPG combined. The listed annual fuel cost is USD 3,350, and tailpipe CO2 emissions are 444.35 g per mile. This wagon belongs to Ford’s Taurus family and has Taurus as its base model. Its body style, fuel economy ratings and powertrain details provide a clear starting point for buyers considering this version of the Taurus. The separate city and highway ratings show the listed difference in fuel economy between those driving conditions, while the combined rating and annual fuel cost summarize running-cost information.

Who it is for

It may suit buyers who want a gasoline wagon with front-wheel drive and an automatic transmission. Its 20 MPG combined rating and USD 3,350 EPA annual fuel cost help set expectations for fuel use.

What is good

Wagon body style.
Front-wheel drive.
Highway fuel economy is 24 MPG.
EPA annual fuel cost: USD 3,350.

What to know first

City fuel economy is 17 MPG.
Tailpipe CO2 is 444.35 g per mile.

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2004 Ford Taurus Wagon: the full review

The 2004 Taurus Wagon has a 3.0 L 6-cylinder gasoline engine, front-wheel drive and a 4-speed automatic. Its listed combined economy is 20 MPG, with an EPA annual fuel cost of USD 3,350.

Overview

The 2004 Ford Taurus Wagon is a gasoline-powered midsize station wagon with front-wheel drive. Its 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine is paired with a four-speed automatic transmission. The EPA rates it at 17 mpg in city driving, 24 mpg on the highway and 20 mpg combined. That combined figure provides a single point of reference for comparing fuel use, while the city and highway ratings show how the estimate varies by driving conditions.

The EPA lists annual fuel costs of $3,350 and tailpipe carbon dioxide emissions of 444.35 grams per mile. These figures describe fuel use and emissions; actual costs depend on driving and fuel prices.

See the broader Ford cars list for other models from the maker.

Key features

Body and class: Wagon; EPA classed as a midsize station wagon.
Powertrain: 3.0-liter six-cylinder gasoline engine and four-speed automatic transmission.
Drivetrain: Front-wheel drive.
EPA fuel economy: 17 mpg city, 24 mpg highway and 20 mpg combined.
EPA running-cost and emissions figures: $3,350 annual fuel cost and 444.35 grams of tailpipe CO2 per mile.

Who it's for

This Taurus Wagon is relevant to buyers comparing gasoline station wagons and their official fuel-economy ratings. Its EPA figures may also help fleets or other operators estimate fuel use, though the annual cost is an EPA estimate rather than a vehicle-specific operating budget. The listed body style and midsize-station-wagon class make those details useful starting points for comparing vehicle categories; the available facts do not specify cargo capacity, passenger capacity or equipment.

Pros and cons

Pros

The EPA provides separate city, highway and combined ratings, giving buyers multiple fuel-economy figures to compare.
The listing identifies the engine, transmission, drivetrain, fuel type and vehicle class.

Cons

The combined rating is 20 mpg, with a lower 17 mpg city rating.
The EPA annual fuel-cost estimate is $3,350; actual spending can differ with fuel prices and driving.
The facts do not provide cargo measurements, equipment details or purchase pricing.

Alternatives

For shoppers considering newer Ford SUVs instead of a 2004 wagon, the 2027 Ford Explorer AWD and 2027 Ford Explorer RWD are listed alternatives. Buyers looking at a larger Ford SUV may also compare the 2027 Ford Expedition 2WD or 2027 Ford Expedition 4WD. The available facts here do not support direct comparisons of their economy, size or cost.

Verdict

The 2004 Ford Taurus Wagon is defined here by a straightforward gasoline front-wheel-drive powertrain and a 20-mpg combined EPA rating. Its EPA-estimated $3,350 annual fuel cost and 444.35 g/mile tailpipe CO2 figure provide useful reference points for ownership comparisons. Buyers should weigh those figures against their own expected driving and seek vehicle-specific details on condition, equipment and capacity before making a decision.