Acura TSX vs Ford Taurus
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2019 Ford Taurus
Overview
| Spec | Acura TSXBase | Ford TaurusSE |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | SE |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | flex-fuel (unleaded/E85) |
| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | flex-fuel (FFV) |
| Model year | 2014 | 2019 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura TSXBase | Ford TaurusSE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $30,635 | $27,800 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | — | $9,996 (best) |
| Median listing price | — | $12,999 (best) |
| Highest listing price | — | $14,999 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 3 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura TSXBase | Ford TaurusSE |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 26 MPG (best) | 21 MPG |
| City MPG | 22 MPG (best) | 18 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 31 MPG (best) | 26 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 18.5 gal | 19 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Acura TSXBase | Ford TaurusSE |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 201 hp | 288 hp (best) |
| Torque | 170 lb-ft | 254 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2.4 L | 3.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura TSXBase | Ford TaurusSE |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 14 cu ft | 20.1 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 1,000 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,479 lbs (best) | 3,917 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 106.5 in | 112.9 in (best) |
| Length | 185.6 in | 202.9 in (best) |
| Width | 72.4 in | 76.2 in (best) |
| Height | 56.7 in | 60.7 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura TSXBase | Ford TaurusSE |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 3 | 2 (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Acura TSX | Ford Taurus |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $30,635 MSRP(Currently comparing) | SE $27,800 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Base $31,985 MSRP | SEL $30,230 MSRP |
| 3 | Special Edition $31,635 MSRP | SEL $32,080 MSRP |
| 4 | Special Edition $31,635 MSRP | Limited $37,310 MSRP |
| 5 | Technology Package $33,735 MSRP | Limited $39,160 MSRP |
| 6 | Technology Package $35,635 MSRP | SHO $42,975 MSRP |
| 7 | Technology Package $39,275 MSRP | — |
Live inventory
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See allAcura TSX vs Ford Taurus FAQ
- Which is better: 2014 Acura TSX or 2019 Ford Taurus?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2014 Acura TSX vs 2019 Ford Taurus on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2014 Acura TSX or 2019 Ford Taurus?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2019 Ford Taurus starts lower at $27,800. Live Ford Taurus listings start at $9,996.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2014 Acura TSX or 2019 Ford Taurus?
- The 2019 Ford Taurus leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (27,800).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2014 Acura TSX or 2019 Ford Taurus?
- The 2014 Acura TSX leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (26).
- Which has better horsepower: 2014 Acura TSX or 2019 Ford Taurus?
- The 2019 Ford Taurus leads on horsepower in this comparison (365).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2014 Acura TSX or 2019 Ford Taurus?
- The 2019 Ford Taurus leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2014 Acura TSX vs 2019 Ford Taurus?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Ford Taurus (5/5 NHTSA overall).


