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Ford Taurus vs Mitsubishi Lancer

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

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2019 Ford Taurus

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2017 Mitsubishi Lancer

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Overview

SpecFord TaurusSEMitsubishi LancerES
Selected trimSEES
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeflex-fuel (unleaded/E85)regular unleaded
Transmission6-speed shiftable automatic5-speed manual
Engine typeflex-fuel (FFV)gas
Model year20192017

Pricing & market

SpecFord TaurusSEMitsubishi LancerES
MSRP$27,800$17,795 (best)
Lowest listing price$448 (best)—
Median listing price$9,996 (best)—
Highest listing price$14,999 (best)—
For sale now5 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecFord TaurusSEMitsubishi LancerES
Combined MPG21 MPG28 MPG (best)
City MPG18 MPG24 MPG (best)
Highway MPG26 MPG33 MPG (best)
Fuel tank19 gal (best)15.5 gal

Performance

SpecFord TaurusSEMitsubishi LancerES
Horsepower288 hp (best)148 hp
Torque254 lb-ft (best)145 lb-ft
Engine size3.5 L (best)2 L
CylindersV6I4

Size & capability

SpecFord TaurusSEMitsubishi LancerES
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume20.1 cu ft (best)12.3 cu ft
Towing capacity1,000 lbs (best)—
Payload—1,081 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,917 lbs2,888 lbs (best)
Ground clearance—5.5 in (best)
Wheelbase112.9 in (best)103.7 in
Length202.9 in (best)182.1 in
Width76.2 in (best)69.4 in
Height60.7 in (best)58.3 in

Safety & recalls

SpecFord TaurusSEMitsubishi LancerES
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)3 / 5 ★
Side pole5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Rollover4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)2None reported (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.

TrimFord TaurusMitsubishi Lancer
1

SE

$27,800 MSRP(Currently comparing)

ES

$17,795 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

SEL

$30,230 MSRP

ES

$18,795 MSRP

3

SEL

$32,080 MSRP

ES

$20,295 MSRP

4

Limited

$37,310 MSRP

SE

$21,095 MSRP

5

Limited

$39,160 MSRP

SEL

$22,095 MSRP

6

SHO

$42,975 MSRP

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Ford Taurus vs Mitsubishi Lancer FAQ

Which is better: 2019 Ford Taurus or 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2019 Ford Taurus vs 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2019 Ford Taurus or 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer starts lower at $17,795. Live Ford Taurus listings start at $448.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2019 Ford Taurus or 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer?
The 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (17,795).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2019 Ford Taurus or 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer?
The 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (30).
Which has better horsepower: 2019 Ford Taurus or 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer?
The 2019 Ford Taurus leads on horsepower in this comparison (365).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2019 Ford Taurus or 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer?
The 2019 Ford Taurus leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2019 Ford Taurus vs 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Ford Taurus (5/5 NHTSA overall); Mitsubishi Lancer (4/5 NHTSA overall).