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Ford Taurus vs Toyota Avalon

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

Vehicles

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2019 Ford Taurus

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2022 Toyota Avalon

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Overview

SpecFord TaurusSEToyota AvalonXLE
Selected trimSEXLE
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeflex-fuel (unleaded/E85)regular unleaded
Transmission6-speed shiftable automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typeflex-fuel (FFV)gas
Model year20192022

Pricing & market

SpecFord TaurusSEToyota AvalonXLE
MSRP$27,800 (best)$36,825
Lowest listing price$448 (best)$15,117
Median listing price$9,996 (best)$25,943
Highest listing price$14,999 (best)$36,969
For sale now510 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecFord TaurusSEToyota AvalonXLE
Combined MPG21 MPG26 MPG (best)
City MPG18 MPG22 MPG (best)
Highway MPG26 MPG32 MPG (best)
Fuel tank19 gal (best)14.5 gal

Performance

SpecFord TaurusSEToyota AvalonXLE
Horsepower288 hp301 hp (best)
Torque254 lb-ft267 lb-ft (best)
Engine size3.5 L3.5 L
CylindersV6V6

Size & capability

SpecFord TaurusSEToyota AvalonXLE
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume20.1 cu ft (best)16.1 cu ft
Towing capacity1,000 lbs (best)—
Curb weight3,917 lbs3,570 lbs (best)
Ground clearance—5.3 in (best)
Wheelbase112.9 in113 in (best)
Length202.9 in (best)195.9 in
Width76.2 in (best)72.8 in
Height60.7 in (best)56.5 in

Safety & recalls

SpecFord TaurusSEToyota AvalonXLE
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★5 / 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 TaurusToyota Avalon
1

SE

$27,800 MSRP(Currently comparing)

XLE

$36,825 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

SEL

$30,230 MSRP

XLE

$37,850 MSRP

3

SEL

$32,080 MSRP

XSE Nightshade

$41,200 MSRP

4

Limited

$37,310 MSRP

Limited

$43,125 MSRP

5

Limited

$39,160 MSRP

Touring

$43,525 MSRP

6

SHO

$42,975 MSRP

Limited

$44,150 MSRP

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Ford Taurus vs Toyota Avalon FAQ

Which is better: 2019 Ford Taurus or 2022 Toyota Avalon?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2019 Ford Taurus vs 2022 Toyota Avalon 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 2022 Toyota Avalon?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2019 Ford Taurus starts lower at $27,800. Live Ford Taurus listings start at $448. Live Toyota Avalon listings start at $15,117.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2019 Ford Taurus or 2022 Toyota Avalon?
The 2019 Ford Taurus leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (27,800).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2019 Ford Taurus or 2022 Toyota Avalon?
The 2022 Toyota Avalon leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (44).
Which has better horsepower: 2019 Ford Taurus or 2022 Toyota Avalon?
The 2019 Ford Taurus leads on horsepower in this comparison (365).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2019 Ford Taurus or 2022 Toyota Avalon?
The 2019 Ford Taurus leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2019 Ford Taurus vs 2022 Toyota Avalon?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Ford Taurus (5/5 NHTSA overall); Toyota Avalon (5/5 NHTSA overall).