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Used 2005 Ford Taurus

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2005
Fuel Economy
19 - 21 combined mpg
Horsepower
155 - 200 hp
Engine
3 engines available
Engine Options
  • V6, 24V, 3.0 Liter
  • V6, 3.0 Liter
  • V6, Flex Fuel, 3.0 Liter
Cargo Volume
17 - 38.8 cu ft
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2005 Ford Taurus Overview

2005 Ford Taurus Pricing

2005 Ford Taurus pricing starts at $2,785 for the Taurus SE Sedan 4D, which had a starting MSRP of $21,145 when new. The range-topping 2005 Taurus SEL Wagon 4D starts at $3,491 today, originally priced from $24,005.

Original MSRP
KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.)
SE Sedan 4D
$21,145
$2,785
$23,015
$3,358
$23,055
$3,386
$24,005
$3,491

The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 2005 Ford Taurus models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.

Taurus Consumer Sentiment

Owners give this generation Ford Taurus (2000-2007) a 4.1 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 85% recommend it. These figures are based on 1402 consumer reviews, like these:

What Owners are Saying About the 2005 Ford Taurus

"Comfortable, good gas mileage 24-27+;"

"Bought used, Dec. 2011; 74000 miles. I drive 500-600 miles a week. 24V 6 cyl. gets good mileage-24-27+ if you drive fairly conservative, use cruise. At that mileage, I did have some repairs come up. Kept oil changed. Overall, good, dependable car. Good size, comfortable car that gets good gas mileage for its size."

"FORD GIRL!!--Best car I ever owned!"

"I purchased this car with 6000 miles on it. It was shipped from CA to OH. I got a steal of a deal with this car. In 9 years I have only had to replace one gasket seal and the total cost was $750. I have no rust and only a few very small chips from a rock. The paint still shines like the day I bought it and it has only been in a garage in the winter during the past 4 years. I have 111,900 miles on it and I hope to put another 100,000 on it. I get 400/mi to the 15 gallon tank on road trips. My city mileage is about 325/mi to the tank. My next car will be the Fusion!! I love the Ford product. F-O-R-D free of roadside disasters!!!"

"All-around best car."

"Absolutely bulletproof. Love this car is a family car virtually never breaks down runs perfect. If I had to do it all over again I would definitely go with the Ford Taurus station wagon or the mercury station wagon."

Overall 2005 Ford Taurus Quality

User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 2005 Ford Taurus is above average for its class. Owners rated the 2005 Ford Taurus quality a 4.2 out of 5.

2005 Ford Taurus Reliability

The 2005 Ford Taurus receives an average consumer rating of 4.1 overall and a 4.4 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.

Favorite 2005 Taurus Features

According to drivers of the 2005 Taurus, here are some of its best features:

  • Gas Mileage; Dependable; reasonable up-keep;
  • Price was right/love the V6
  • Everything
  • Very reliable, economical, drives well and is safe
  • Comfortable, easy and fun to drive. made well.

2005 Ford Taurus MPG by Trim

2005 Taurus SE Sedan 4D - city 18 MPG - hwy 25 MPG

2005 Taurus SE Wagon 4D - city 17 MPG - hwy 23 MPG

2005 Taurus SEL Sedan 4D - city 18 MPG - hwy 25 MPG

2005 Taurus SEL Wagon 4D - city 17 MPG - hwy 24 MPG

2005 Taurus Safety

NHTSA Safety Rating

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the 2005 Ford Taurus front-side driver crash test rating is 4 out of 5 stars. The front-side passenger crash test rating is 5 out of 5.

2005 Ford Taurus Safety Features

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Rear Side Airbag
  • Front Side Airbag
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2005 Ford Taurus
KBB.com Consumer Reviews

4.1
Consumer Rating
Based on 1,402 Consumer Reviews
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Value
4.3
Performance
4.2
Quality
4.2
Comfort
4.4
Reliability
4.4
Styling
4.2

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2005 Ford Taurus Styles

Style
Price
Combined Fuel Economy
Horsepower
Engine
Cargo Capacity
Torque
Curb Weight
SE Sedan 4D
$2,785
21 MPG
155 @ 4900 RPM
V6, 3.0 Liter
17 cu ft
185 lb-ft
3306 lbs
SEL Sedan 4D
$3,386
21 MPG
155 @ 4900 RPM
V6, 3.0 Liter
17 cu ft
185 lb-ft
3306 lbs
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2005 Ford Taurus Depreciation

A 2005 Ford Taurus has depreciated $279 or 11% in the last 3 years and has a current resale value of $2,078 and trade-in value of $543.

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2005 Ford Taurus Annual Depreciation

Year
Vehicle Depreciation*
Resale Value
Trade-In Value
2022
$67
$2,357
$908
2023
$103
$2,254
$708
2024
$236
$2,018
$520
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$2,078
$543
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*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.

2005 Ford Taurus Depreciation

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Specifications

Dimensions, Weights & Capacities

Curb Weight
3306 lbs.
EPA Passenger
104.4 cu.ft.
EPA Total Interior
121.4 cu.ft.
Fuel Capacity
18.0 gallons
Front Head Room
40.0 inches
Front Leg Room
42.2 inches
Max Seating Capacity
6
Overall Length
197.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room
57.3 inches
Towing Capacity, Maximum
1250 lbs.
Trunk or Cargo Capacity
17.0 cu.ft.
Turning Diameter
39.7 feet
Wheel Base
108.5 inches
Width with mirrors
73.0 inches

Exterior

Alloy Wheels
Available
Moon Roof/Sun Roof
Available
Number of Doors
4 doors
Rear Spoiler
Available

Fuel Economy

City
18 mpg
Highway
25 mpg
Combined
21 mpg

Mechanical

Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission Type
Automatic
Recommended Fuel
Regular

Performance

Horsepower
155 @ 4900 RPM
Torque
185 @ 3950 rpm
Engine
V6, 3.0 Liter

Warranty

Basic
3 years / 36000 miles
Powertrain
3 years / 36000 miles
Corrosion
5 years / Unlimited miles

Entertainment

  • DVD Entertainment System
  • MP3 Player
  • CD Player

Interior

  • Power Windows
  • Tilt Steering Wheel

Seating

  • Leather Seats
  • Dual Power Front Seats
  • Power Driver's Seat

Technology

  • Cruise Control
  • Hands Free Phone
  • Navigation System

2005 Ford Taurus Safety

2005 Ford Taurus Safety Technology

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Rear Side Airbag
  • Front Side Airbag
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Crash Test Rating

Provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Driver Front
4.0
Passenger Front
5.0
Front Side
3.0
Rear Side
3.0
Rollover Rating
4.0

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Price
$2,785
$2,443
$2,569
$2,550
Consumer Rating
4.1
4.1
3.7
4.0
Fuel Economy
City 18/Hwy 25/Comb 21 MPG
City 23/Hwy 32/Comb 26 MPG
City 22/Hwy 31/Comb 25 MPG
City 20/Hwy 27/Comb 22 MPG
Fuel Type
Gas
Gas
Gas
Gas
Seating Capacity6555
Basic Warranty
3 years or 36000 miles
5 years or 60000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
Horsepower
155 @ 4900 RPM
104 @ 5800 RPM
140 @ 5600 RPM
147 @ 5500 RPM
Engine
V6, 3.0 Liter
4-Cyl, 1.6 Liter
4-Cyl, 2.2 Liter
4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
FWD
FWD

2005 Ford Taurus Rankings

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FAQs

Is 2005 a good year for a Ford Taurus?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.1 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 2005 Taurus is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

Is the Ford Taurus 2005 a good vehicle?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.1 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 2005 Taurus is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

What is the MPG for a 2005 Ford Taurus?

The 2005 Ford Taurus gets 18 mpg in the city and 25 mpg on the highway.

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