Ford Taurus vs Mercury Grand Marquis
The Ford Taurus is more fuel-efficient at 21 MPG combined, against 20 MPG for the Mercury Grand Marquis. At EPA assumptions that is about $150 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford Taurus | Mercury Grand Marquis | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,009 | 330 |
| Most reported problem | Engine | Brakes |
| Crashes and fires | 62 and 26 | 28 and 33 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 120,000 miles | 114,000 miles |
| Recalls | 5 | 3 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 21 MPG | 20 MPG |
| City and highway | 18 and 26 | 17 and 24 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,200 | $3,350 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,009 complaints for the Ford Taurus and 330 for the Mercury Grand Marquis. 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: 5 for the Ford Taurus, 3 for the Mercury Grand Marquis.