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Ford Taurus vs. Jeep Grand Cherokee Reliability Comparisons

Ford Taurus Reliability vs. Jeep Grand Cherokee Reliability:
Ford Taurus Reliability vs. Jeep Grand Cherokee Reliability:

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Ford Taurus Reliability through December 31, 2012

An asterisk (*) marks results based on small sample sizes.

General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.

Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.

New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.

 

Year Make/Model Repair Frequencysuccessful repair trips per 100 cars per year Compared to all models for the same year  
2012 Ford Taurus   10 Tauri, 8.6 months of data per Taurus, average 9700 miles

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2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 70 Grand Cherokees, 8.2 months of data per Grand Cherokee, average 7800 miles

48
60% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2011 Ford Taurus 47 Tauri, 10.0 months of data per Taurus, average 21000 miles36
40% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee 77 Grand Cherokees, 10.1 months of data per Grand Cherokee, average 19300 miles

Redesigned for this model year. Stat improving now that initial common problems fixed over a year ago.40
40% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2010 Ford Taurus 52 Tauri, 10.3 months of data per Taurus, average 31200 miles

Redesigned. Common problems with chrome peeling off tail lights, grinding brakes, and optional massaging seats.67
80% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2009 Ford Taurus   13 Tauri, 8.7 months of data per Taurus, average 62300 miles

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2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee   20 Grand Cherokees, 8.4 months of data per Grand Cherokee, average 48900 miles

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2008 Ford Taurus 66 Tauri, 10.3 months of data per Taurus, average 63700 miles

Common problem with corrosion on leading edge of the hood. 60
60% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee 31 Grand Cherokees, 10.2 months of data per Grand Cherokee, average 65800 miles45
30% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2006 Ford Taurus   12 Tauri, 7.4 months of data per Taurus, average 97900 miles

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2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee   12 Grand Cherokees, 9.1 months of data per Grand Cherokee, average 87300 miles

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2005 Ford Taurus   22 Tauri, 9.9 months of data per Taurus, average 93100 miles

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2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 26 Grand Cherokees, 9.2 months of data per Grand Cherokee, average 88400 miles

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60% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2004 Ford Taurus   16 Tauri, 7.3 months of data per Taurus, average 97000 miles

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2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee 30 Grand Cherokees, 8.3 months of data per Grand Cherokee, average 111700 miles96
80% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2003 Ford Taurus 26 Tauri, 8.3 months of data per Taurus, average 121900 miles88
60% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2002 Ford Taurus   20 Tauri, 9.2 months of data per Taurus, average 124400 miles

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2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee   13 Grand Cherokees, 8.4 months of data per Grand Cherokee, average 116200 miles

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2001 Ford Taurus 27 Tauri, 9.1 months of data per Taurus, average 115200 miles108
70% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee   11 Grand Cherokees, 7.9 months of data per Grand Cherokee, average 142900 miles

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2000 Ford Taurus 30 Tauri, 7.6 months of data per Taurus, average 141500 miles115
80% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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1999 Ford Taurus   12 Tauri, 8.2 months of data per Taurus, average 146200 miles

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1998 Ford Taurus   10 Tauri, 6.3 months of data per Taurus, average 139500 miles

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What People Are Saying about Reliability and the Ford Taurus

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What Our Members Are Saying about Ford Taurus Reliability and Durability

Reliability and Durability of the Ford Taurus: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed automatic FWD		 Reported reliability is excellent
2008 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed automatic FWD		 No problems with this one or previous owned taurus in over 100 K miles.
2008 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed automatic FWD		 top notch - equal to honda/toyota
2004 4dr Sedan 201-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic FWD		 The Duratec V-6 is bulletproof, one best engines Ford has ever made.
2003 4dr Sedan 155-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic FWD		 The car does not need much maintenance to keep running well for a long period of time. It can take high mileage.
2002 4dr Wagon 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic FWD		 Drivetrain is rock solid; this car is dependable and starts up and goes day in and day out. Very reliable transportation. Note: Ford maintenance schedule followed precisely.
2002 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic FWD		 Few problems. Inexpensive to fix.
2002 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic FWD		 Has never been to the shop for any reason even after 80000 miles. Taken vehicle on countless roadtrips, and it has always done great.
Reliability and Durability of the Ford Taurus: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2001 4dr Sedan 155-horsepower 3.0L V6
4-speed automatic FWD		 The Taurus completely fell apart on me, starting at a whopping 90K miles. The insides hold together well, but everything important, the powertrain, suspension, etc., failed at very ripe ages.

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