The Ford Taurus takes regular unleaded gasoline with a pump octane rating of 87. It is not necessary to use higher octane fuel unless specified by the manufacturer for certain models, such as the Taurus SHO, which may require 92 octane or higher.
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- Can you put 87 in a Taurus SHO?
- Can I put premium gas in my Ford?
- Do Fords use regular gas?
- Does Ford Taurus take regular gas?
- What gas does a 2011 Ford Taurus take?
- What type of fuel does a Ford take?
- What is the best fuel for Ford?
- What kind of gas does a 2013 Ford Taurus SHO take?
- What does the SHO mean on a Ford Taurus?
- Can all cars use 87 gas?
Can you put 87 in a Taurus SHO?
SHO Member
The car can run on 87. It looks at the knock sensors and other inputs and adjusts timing to not hurt itself.
You can put premium gasoline in a car with a standard compression ratio, and it’ll run just fine.
Do Fords use regular gas?
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That’s why so many Michigan Ford fans who visit us often ask, “should I use regular or premium gas in my Ford?” Although some local drivers prefer premium gasoline, the Hines Park Ford team recommends using regular grade fuel for your beloved Ford model.
Does Ford Taurus take regular gas?
Your flex fuel Taurus is designed to run on E85, regular unleaded, or any combination of those.
What gas does a 2011 Ford Taurus take?
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| Vehicle Specification Data | |
|---|---|
| Passenger Volume | 102 ft3 (4 door) |
| Luggage Volume | 20 ft3 (4 door) |
| Fuel Type | Regular Gasoline |
| Engine Descriptor | SIDI |
What type of fuel does a Ford take?
regular unleaded gasoline
We recommend regular unleaded gasoline with a pump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87. Some stations offer fuels posted as regular with an octane rating below 87, particularly in high altitude areas.
What is the best fuel for Ford?
For best overall vehicle and engine performance, premium fuel with an octane rating of 91 or higher is recommended.
What kind of gas does a 2013 Ford Taurus SHO take?
Hello, you should be using 87 octane regular fuel, unless it is a SHO model, The SHO engine requires high octane premium fuel. That is all it needs, no need to spend more. Have a nice evening.
What does the SHO mean on a Ford Taurus?
Super High Output
SHO stands for “Super High Output“—an apt description of this Taurus’s remarkable new V-6 engine.
Can all cars use 87 gas?
What octane fuel should I use in my vehicle? You should use the octane rating required for your vehicle by the manufacturer. So, check your owner’s manual. Most gasoline vehicles are designed to run on 87 octane, but others are designed to use higher octane fuel.
