Summary

• With 461 currently listed for sale and an average price of $12,711.00, 28.2% of 2018 Ford Tauruses for sale on CarGurus are rated as good or great deals.

• Favorably reviewed: Owners rated the 2018 Ford Taurus 4.71 / 5 stars.

• 71.4% of 2018 Taurus models on CarGurus are accident free.

Why it stands out

The 2018 Ford Taurus stands out as a full-size sedan that still offers a broad mix of strengths at the end of its run. It has a spacious cabin, and the buying guide describes late-model Taurus examples as a good deal for buyers who want to pay as little as possible for a spacious, reliable car. That same guide also notes that by the time the Taurus exited the American market in 2019, it was outclassed by full-size sedan competitors from several major brands, which helps explain why the Taurus appealed most to shoppers prioritizing value and room over class-leading polish.

For 2018 specifically, the Taurus belonged to the sixth and final generation, which launched for the 2010 model year with an attractive if somewhat pedestrian design. The standard 3.5-liter V6 was part of the lineup for this generation, and the 2.0-liter turbocharged EcoBoost four-cylinder remained available through the 2017 model year, so it was no longer part of the 2018 lineup. The Taurus SHO version from this generation was powered by a 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 with 365 horsepower and 350 lb-ft of torque, and the guide says it was the most powerful and quickest Taurus SHO in the model’s history. The 2013 refresh also brought a new grille and front fascia, an updated suspension, the latest version of Ford’s Sync and MyFordTouch infotainment software, and improved front seats, while the Taurus Limited could be equipped with advanced safety features such as blind-spot warning with cross traffic alert, adaptive cruise control, and collision warning with brake support.

At the same time, the Taurus had some clear drawbacks. The pros and cons section calls out pedestrian performance from non-SHO models and outdated technology, and the user summary echoes that the car’s appeal was strongest when buyers wanted power and features, especially in the Limited trim.

Other model years to consider

• 2015 Ford Taurus

  • Average price: $9,189.00
  • Good/great deal percentage: 26.5%
  • User rating: 5 / 5
  • Total listings: 529

• 2014 Ford Taurus

  • Average price: $8,847.00
  • Good/great deal percentage: 29.6%
  • User rating: 4.31 / 5
  • Total listings: 567

• 2016 Ford Taurus

  • Average price: $10,491.00
  • Good/great deal percentage: 26.4%
  • User rating: 4.67 / 5
  • Total listings: 538

This analysis is based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.