Ford Taurus vs Lincoln Town Car
The Ford Taurus is more fuel-efficient at 21 MPG combined, against 18 MPG for the Lincoln Town Car. At EPA assumptions that is about $500 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford Taurus | Lincoln Town Car | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 542 | 267 |
| Most reported problem | Engine | Electrical system |
| Crashes and fires | 32 and 29 | 30 and 75 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 100,000 miles | 101,000 miles |
| Recalls | 6 | 4 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 21 MPG | 18 MPG |
| City and highway | 18 and 26 | 15 and 22 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,200 | $3,700 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 542 complaints for the Ford Taurus and 267 for the Lincoln Town Car. 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: 6 for the Ford Taurus, 4 for the Lincoln Town Car.