Chevrolet Impala vs Ford Taurus
The Chevrolet Impala is more fuel-efficient at 21 MPG combined, against 20 MPG for the Ford Taurus. At EPA assumptions that is about $150 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Impala | Ford Taurus | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,128 | 1,497 |
| Most reported problem | Engine | Suspension |
| Crashes and fires | 73 and 95 | 136 and 40 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 92,000 miles | 70,000 miles |
| Recalls | 7 | 8 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 21 MPG | 20 MPG |
| City and highway | 17 and 29 | 17 and 26 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,200 | $3,350 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,128 complaints for the Chevrolet Impala and 1,497 for the Ford Taurus. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
Safety recalls on file: 7 for the Chevrolet Impala, 8 for the Ford Taurus.