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Chrysler 300 vs Ford Taurus

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2023 Chrysler 300

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2019 Ford Taurus

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Overview

SpecChrysler 300TouringFord TaurusSE
Selected trimTouringSE
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainrear wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedflex-fuel (unleaded/E85)
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic6-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasflex-fuel (FFV)
Model year20232019

Pricing & market

SpecChrysler 300TouringFord TaurusSE
MSRP$34,295$27,800 (best)
Lowest listing price$16,678$448 (best)
Median listing price$23,155$9,996 (best)
Highest listing price$34,423$14,999 (best)
For sale now10 (best)5

Fuel economy & range

SpecChrysler 300TouringFord TaurusSE
Combined MPG23 MPG (best)21 MPG
City MPG19 MPG (best)18 MPG
Highway MPG30 MPG (best)26 MPG
Fuel tank18.5 gal19 gal (best)

Performance

SpecChrysler 300TouringFord TaurusSE
Horsepower292 hp (best)288 hp
Torque260 lb-ft (best)254 lb-ft
Engine size3.6 L (best)3.5 L
CylindersV6V6

Size & capability

SpecChrysler 300TouringFord TaurusSE
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume16.3 cu ft20.1 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity1,000 lbs1,000 lbs
Curb weight4,013 lbs3,917 lbs (best)
Wheelbase120 in (best)112.9 in
Length198.6 in202.9 in (best)
Width75 in76.2 in (best)
Height—60.7 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecChrysler 300TouringFord TaurusSE
NHTSA overall4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side pole5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Rollover4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)1 (best)2

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.

TrimChrysler 300Ford Taurus
1

Touring

$34,295 MSRP(Currently comparing)

SE

$27,800 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Touring

$37,045 MSRP

SEL

$30,230 MSRP

3

Touring L

$37,495 MSRP

SEL

$32,080 MSRP

4

Touring L

$39,745 MSRP

Limited

$37,310 MSRP

5

S

$42,805 MSRP

Limited

$39,160 MSRP

6

S

$46,350 MSRP

SHO

$42,975 MSRP

7

C

$55,000 MSRP

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Chrysler 300 vs Ford Taurus FAQ

Which is better: 2023 Chrysler 300 or 2019 Ford Taurus?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2023 Chrysler 300 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: 2023 Chrysler 300 or 2019 Ford Taurus?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2019 Ford Taurus starts lower at $27,800. Live Chrysler 300 listings start at $16,678. Live Ford Taurus listings start at $448.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2023 Chrysler 300 or 2019 Ford Taurus?
The 2019 Ford Taurus leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (27,800).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2023 Chrysler 300 or 2019 Ford Taurus?
The 2023 Chrysler 300 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (23).
Which has better horsepower: 2023 Chrysler 300 or 2019 Ford Taurus?
The 2023 Chrysler 300 leads on horsepower in this comparison (485).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2023 Chrysler 300 vs 2019 Ford Taurus?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Chrysler 300 (4/5 NHTSA overall); Ford Taurus (5/5 NHTSA overall).