Audi A3 Quattro vs Ford Taurus X
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2009 Ford Taurus X
Overview
| Spec | Audi A3 QuattroPremium | Ford Taurus XSEL |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premium | SEL |
| Body style | Sedan | Wagon |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2009 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi A3 QuattroPremium | Ford Taurus XSEL |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $40,100 | $28,270 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi A3 QuattroPremium | Ford Taurus XSEL |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 28 MPG (best) | 19 MPG |
| City MPG | 24 MPG (best) | 17 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 34 MPG (best) | 24 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 14.5 gal | 19 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Audi A3 QuattroPremium | Ford Taurus XSEL |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 201 hp | 263 hp (best) |
| Torque | 236 lb-ft | 249 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 3.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi A3 QuattroPremium | Ford Taurus XSEL |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 6 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 8.3 cu ft | 85.5 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 2,000 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 860 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,417 lbs (best) | 4,033 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 103.7 in | 112.9 in (best) |
| Length | 177.3 in | 200.3 in (best) |
| Width | 71.5 in | 74.9 in (best) |
| Height | 56.2 in | 67.6 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi A3 QuattroPremium | Ford Taurus XSEL |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
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 | Audi A3 Quattro | Ford Taurus X |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premium $40,100 MSRP(Currently comparing) | SEL $28,270 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premium Plus $43,000 MSRP | SEL $30,120 MSRP |
| 3 | — | Eddie Bauer $31,330 MSRP |
| 4 | — | Eddie Bauer $33,180 MSRP |
| 5 | — | Limited $32,325 MSRP |
| 6 | — | Limited $34,175 MSRP |