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1992-1995 Ford TaurusSecond-Gen Taurus (1992-1995)

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The 1992 model year brought the second-generation Ford Taurus, a restyle of the front-wheel-drive sedan and wagon that grew slightly in size and weight over the first generation. The standard engines carried over: the pushrod Vulcan 3.0 V6 across most sedans and wagons, with the Essex 3.8 V6 standard on the LX wagon and optional elsewhere, both paired with the four-speed AXOD-E (later AX4S) automatic. The Taurus was the best-selling car in the United States across this generation, part of a run it held from 1992 through 1996, with reported Taurus sales of 409,751 in 1992, 360,448 in 1993, 397,037 in 1994, and 366,266 in 1995. The performance Taurus SHO continued with its Yamaha-built engine. For 1993 Ford split the SHO engine into two displacements: the original 3.0 dual-overhead-cam V6 stayed with the Mazda-built MTX-IV five-speed manual, while a new 3.2 version was offered with the AX4S automatic. The 3.2 retained the 220-horsepower rating, now at 6000 rpm, and raised torque to about 215 lb-ft. The 3.0 manual SHO ran through 1995. The Mercury Sable remained the badge-engineered sibling of the second-generation Taurus.

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The 1992-1995 Ford Taurus at a glance

  • Generation: second-generation Ford Taurus, a restyle of the front-wheel-drive sedan and wagon
  • Years: 1992 through 1995, replaced by the third-generation Taurus for 1996
  • Sales: best-selling car in the United States during a run that held from 1992 through 1996
  • Engines: Vulcan 3.0 OHV V6; Essex 3.8 V6; SHO Yamaha 3.0 V6 (manual) and 3.2 V6 (automatic, from 1993)
  • Transmissions: four-speed AXOD-E / AX4S automatic on standard models; Mazda-built MTX-IV five-speed manual on the 3.0 SHO
  • Body styles: four-door sedan and four-door wagon
  • Performance variant: Taurus SHO, with the 3.0 V6 (manual) and the new 3.2 V6 (automatic) from 1993
  • Sibling: the badge-engineered Mercury Sable

Ford Taurus 1992-1995 year by year

YearFord Taurus changesEngines offered
1992Second-generation Ford Taurus arrives as a restyled, slightly larger sedan and wagon; the Taurus is the best-selling car in the United States for 1992Vulcan 3.0 V6; Essex 3.8 V6; SHO Yamaha 3.0 V6 (manual)
1993The Ford Taurus SHO adds a 3.2 Yamaha V6 for automatic-equipped cars, while the 3.0 V6 continues with the manualVulcan 3.0 V6; Essex 3.8 V6; SHO 3.0 V6 (manual); SHO 3.2 V6 (automatic)
1994The 1994 Ford Taurus continues as the best-selling car in the United States; SHO offered in 3.0 manual and 3.2 automatic formsVulcan 3.0 V6; Essex 3.8 V6; SHO 3.0 V6 (manual); SHO 3.2 V6 (automatic)
1995Final model year of the second-generation Ford Taurus and the last year of the Yamaha V6 SHO before the V8 SHO arrives for 1996Vulcan 3.0 V6; Essex 3.8 V6; SHO 3.0 V6 (manual); SHO 3.2 V6 (automatic)

What changed for the second generation

The 1992 Ford Taurus was a restyle of the first-generation car rather than an all-new platform. The sedan and wagon grew slightly in exterior size and gained weight, and the styling smoothed the original jelly-bean theme. The standard powertrain and the front-wheel-drive layout carried over from the first generation. Across this generation the Taurus held its position as the best-selling car in the United States, a streak it had begun for the 1992 model year. The Mercury Sable continued as the badge-engineered counterpart.

Engines and transmissions of the 1992-1995 Ford Taurus

The standard 1992-1995 Ford Taurus used the pushrod Vulcan 3.0 V6 on the L, GL, and LX sedans and wagons, with the Essex 3.8 V6 standard on the LX wagon and optional on other non-SHO models. Both standard engines used the four-speed AXOD-E automatic, later designated AX4S. The performance SHO used Yamaha-built dual-overhead-cam engines. From 1993 the SHO was offered in two displacements: the 3.0 V6 stayed with the Mazda-built MTX-IV five-speed manual, and a new 3.2 V6 was paired with the AX4S automatic. The 3.2 used a larger 92 mm bore, kept the 220-horsepower rating but moved its peak to 6000 rpm with a milder camshaft, and raised torque to about 215 lb-ft at 4000 rpm.

Trim levels and body styles

The 1992-1995 Ford Taurus was offered in trims that included the base L, the volume GL, the higher LX, and the performance SHO. Both the four-door sedan and the four-door wagon were available on the standard models, while the SHO was a sedan. The Mercury Sable provided a parallel sedan and wagon lineup under a separate badge.

Best-selling car in America

The Ford Taurus was the best-selling car in the United States throughout the second generation, continuing a run that had begun for the 1992 model year. Reported Taurus sales were 409,751 in 1992, 360,448 in 1993, 397,037 in 1994, and 366,266 in 1995. The Taurus held the title through 1996 before the Toyota Camry took it for 1997.

The Yamaha V6 SHO (1992-1995)

The second-generation Taurus SHO continued the Yamaha V6 performance line. For 1992 the SHO used the 3.0 dual-overhead-cam 24-valve V6 with the Mazda-built MTX-IV five-speed manual. For 1993 Ford added a 3.2 version of the Yamaha V6 specifically for SHO cars equipped with the AX4S four-speed automatic, while the 3.0 stayed with the manual. The 3.0 manual SHO ran through the 1995 model year. The 1996 third-generation SHO then replaced the Yamaha V6 with a 3.4 Yamaha V8, ending the V6 SHO era.

Frequently asked questions

What generation is the 1992-1995 Ford Taurus?

The 1992-1995 Ford Taurus is the second generation. It is a restyle of the first-generation car, slightly larger and heavier, and it remained a front-wheel-drive sedan and wagon. It was the best-selling car in the United States across these years.

What engines did the 1992-1995 Ford Taurus use?

The standard 1992-1995 Ford Taurus used the pushrod Vulcan 3.0 V6, with the Essex 3.8 V6 standard on the LX wagon and optional elsewhere. The performance SHO used a Yamaha-built 3.0 V6 with the manual, plus a 3.2 V6 for automatic cars from 1993.

What is the difference between the 3.0 and 3.2 SHO engines?

The 3.0 Yamaha SHO V6 was paired with the manual transmission, while the 3.2 V6, added for 1993, was paired with the AX4S automatic. The 3.2 used a larger bore, kept the 220-horsepower rating but at 6000 rpm with a milder camshaft, and raised torque to about 215 lb-ft.

Was the 1992-1995 Ford Taurus the best-selling car in America?

Yes. The Ford Taurus was the best-selling car in the United States across the second generation, with reported sales of 409,751 in 1992, 360,448 in 1993, 397,037 in 1994, and 366,266 in 1995.

When did the Yamaha V6 SHO end?

The Yamaha V6 SHO ended after the 1995 model year. The third-generation SHO, introduced for 1996, replaced the V6 with a 3.4 Yamaha V8, so 1995 was the last Taurus SHO with the Yamaha V6.

Sources

  • Wikipedia, Ford Taurus (second generation)
  • Wikipedia, Ford SHO V6 engine
  • Ford-Taurus.org Taurus/Sable Encyclopedia, second-generation history
  • Contemporary U.S. sales reporting for the Taurus, 1992-1995
  • Manufacturer specification figures
By the SuperMotors Editorial Team · Last updated June 2026 · Spotted an error? Suggest a correction

Asked all the time

What generation is the 1992-1995 Ford Taurus?

The 1992-1995 Ford Taurus is the second generation. It is a restyle of the first-generation car, slightly larger and heavier, and it remained a front-wheel-drive sedan and wagon. It was the best-selling car in the United States across these years.

What engines did the 1992-1995 Ford Taurus use?

The standard 1992-1995 Ford Taurus used the pushrod Vulcan 3.0 V6, with the Essex 3.8 V6 standard on the LX wagon and optional elsewhere. The performance SHO used a Yamaha-built 3.0 V6 with the manual, plus a 3.2 V6 for automatic cars from 1993.

What is the difference between the 3.0 and 3.2 SHO engines?

The 3.0 Yamaha SHO V6 was paired with the manual transmission, while the 3.2 V6, added for 1993, was paired with the AX4S automatic. The 3.2 used a larger bore, kept the 220-horsepower rating but at 6000 rpm with a milder camshaft, and raised torque to about 215 lb-ft.

Was the 1992-1995 Ford Taurus the best-selling car in America?

Yes. The Ford Taurus was the best-selling car in the United States across the second generation, with reported sales of 409,751 in 1992, 360,448 in 1993, 397,037 in 1994, and 366,266 in 1995.

When did the Yamaha V6 SHO end?

The Yamaha V6 SHO ended after the 1995 model year. The third-generation SHO, introduced for 1996, replaced the V6 with a 3.4 Yamaha V8, so 1995 was the last Taurus SHO with the Yamaha V6.

Technical Reference

Member-uploaded diagrams & documents for this generation. AI-classified; community-verified where badged.

Wiring Diagrams (34)

Data/Spec Plates (7)

Exploded Parts (8)

Brochures & Literature (10)

Service Procedures (7)

Blueprints (3)

Manual Pages (15)

Fuse & Relay Charts (3)

Schematics (8)

Torque Specs (3)

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White Ford Taurus with hood up in a driveway, showing a fuel-injected V6 engine with blue hoses1994 Taurus1994 Taurus · Travis Benson14 photos Video game postgame scoreboard with player rankings, kills, assists, and deaths.“The Bull”1993 Taurus · Paul Crist13 photos Two illuminated dome/map lights glowing white in a dark vehicle interior1992 Taurus1992 Taurus · jim bo13 photos Red 1993 Ford Taurus parked in a grassy field1993 Taurus1993 Taurus · Jason Flora13 photos Dark green Ford Taurus SHO sedan with sunroof, rear three-quarter, parked by a block wall“EvilBull”1995 Taurus · The Dr13 photos 1995 Ford Taurus sedan with car bra parked on a paved driveway in front of a house1995 Taurus1995 Taurus · Bob Wambold13 photos Red 1993 Ford Taurus sedan, 3q-front view“SHO”1993 Taurus · bittyboy312 photos 1994 Ford Taurus sedan, dark green, parked in a lot with a building in the background1994 Taurus1994 Taurus · Andy Schumacher12 photos Red 1994 Ford Taurus sedan with chrome wheels parked on grass“sho”1994 Taurus · digeronimo3411 photos Red 1992 Ford Taurus front view“Old Faithful”1992 Taurus · SHOtrader11 photos Banner graphic with flames, a white sedan, and text reading Tara TCCA-Midwest“SHOGIRL”1994 Taurus · Tara Mofield11 photos 1992 Ford Taurus headlights illuminated at night“sweetie”1992 Taurus · xltbronco8310 photos Front view of a white 1994 Ford Taurus parked outdoors“SHO”1994 Taurus · shoman23910 photos 1992 Ford Taurus sedan, front view, hood open, parked outdoors near water“SHO”1992 Taurus · Tony Silveoira10 photos Metallic blue Ford Taurus SHO sedan rear view with lip spoiler and dual chrome exhaust tips“ole Blue”1995 Taurus · Keith Adair10 photos Red Ford Taurus SHO sedan in side profile parked in an empty lot“SHO Da Bull”1995 Taurus · Keith Adair10 photos Rear of black 1992 Ford Taurus with license plate DCN 91441992 Taurus1992 Taurus · 97GLBull9 photos Red sedan parked indoors. It has a sunroof and a license plate frame1995 Taurus1995 Taurus · rob ferrin9 photos White Ford Taurus sedan with front bumper and headlights removed, parked on gravel“ThunderSHO”1992 Taurus · Mike Murphy9 photos 1994 Ford Taurus front end with oval Ford emblem“Mean Green”1994 Taurus · Mark Bell-Kosel8 photos 1995 Ford Taurus sedan parked on grass, front quarter view“No SHO”1995 Taurus · mike long8 photos Red car side view with yellow stripes and custom rims“SHOff”1993 Taurus · Donny Carpenter8 photos Silver Ford Taurus wagon front 3/4 view with Maryland plate DJF 7841994 Taurus1994 Taurus · james arthur8 photos White 1992 Ford Taurus sedan, rear 3/4 view, parked on a gravel road“Beater(SHO)”1992 Taurus · Jason Zuress7 photos White 1994 Ford Taurus front view1994 Taurus1994 Taurus · WADE FULFORD7 photos White four-door sedan parked in driveway, rear 3/4 side view, alloy wheels and trunk spoiler.“Tribute”1993 Taurus · jalberalpt6 photos blue sedan parked on street, red car in driveway behind fence, white truck on street1992 Taurus1992 Taurus · dondo_sho6 photos Engine bay with red intake tube, blue clamps, and red air filter. Green fender visible“SHO”1993 Taurus · stephenbrowne336 photos Clip-art illustration of a welding helmet with two torch tips and a bright yellow weld spark“zFamily car”1993 Taurus · John Applonie6 photos Page from a manual showing diagnostic trouble codes for fuel systems“The DUDE”1993 Taurus · John Mathew6 photos White Ford Taurus sedan with smoked hood deflector parked in an empty lot1995 Taurus1995 Taurus · Adam Benson6 photos Silver sedan on driveway next to a car covered with a blue tarp, houses in background.“Cathy The Car”1994 Taurus · John Crockett6 photos Teal-green Ford sedan parked on gravel in the woods, Connecticut plate 193-SPW, four-door“Green Machine”1992 Taurus · redpsycho35 photos White sedan parked on a dirt driveway, front 3/4 view. The car has a gray lower bumper and trim“Viper”1993 Taurus · Troy 5 photos Red Ford Taurus SHO sedan parked in profile beside a dry grass field“SHO Stopper”1995 Taurus · SHO_Fast_955 photos Close-up of raised TAURUS lettering molded into a gray plastic trim panel1994 Taurus1994 Taurus · jordan Knight5 photos Silver Ford Taurus sedan, low front 3/4 view, hazed headlights, Packers G front plate1995 Taurus1995 Taurus · Mike Polkki4 photos Dark green 1995 Ford Taurus sedan parked in driveway with inflatable Santa1995 Taurus1995 Taurus · DaStuph4 photos White Ford Taurus sedan parked in a lot by a chain-link fence and brick building“Grim”1993 Taurus · J P4 photos Front view of a blue 1995 Ford Taurus with license plate BYP-715“Calypso Blue”1995 Taurus · Thomas Nisbett4 photos White four-door sedan, front-left 3/4 view, parked outdoors on gravel“SHO”1993 Taurus · shawn meyer4 photos Light blue Ford four-door sedan parked on muddy ground, front three-quarter view“Project Titan”1994 Taurus · jcd3024 photos Dark sedan shot from rear 3/4 at night with motion-blur background“Atauri”1995 Taurus · Steve G.4 photos Gray Ford Taurus sedan parked on grass by a red barn, front view with Michigan plate“police pak”1993 Taurus · Jason Wahl4 photos Tan four-door Ford Taurus sedan parked in a yard next to an RV“The Bull”1995 Taurus · PipsBull4 photos Red 1993 Ford Taurus front view with headlights and fog lights on“Red Bull 1”1993 Taurus · Vnuk1SHO3 photos Engine block with valve covers removed, on an engine stand“DeeDee”1993 Taurus · handy_andy_cv643 photos Burgundy Ford Taurus sedan parked in a lot, front three-quarter view1995 Taurus1995 Taurus · terk3 photos 1992 Ford Taurus interior dashboard with steering wheel, gauges, and radio“The Big Red Machine”1992 Taurus · taurustuner923 photos Dark green Ford Taurus wagon parked on grass, 3/4 front view“DevilGirl”1995 Taurus · TaurusGermany3 photos SM logo with file not found text“brokedown”1995 Taurus · talen core3 photos Red 1993 Ford Taurus sedan, 3/4 front view“'The Angry Fiend'”1993 Taurus · thefiend3 photos Dark sedan parked on grass with trees in background. Matches 1992 Ford Taurus claim“SHO MONEY”1992 Taurus · David Heslip3 photos 1993 Ford Taurus sedan, teal green, parked outdoors“Devana”1993 Taurus · Eric Scheibach3 photos Front three-quarter view of a sedan at night with red-teal color filter“BlazingInferno”1992 Taurus · BlazingInferno3 photos Map of the Midwest United States with states labeled1992 Taurus1992 Taurus · Zoran3 photos Dark green Ford Taurus sedan parked in a residential driveway in winter1994 Taurus1994 Taurus · vniemo2 photos White sedan on jack stands in garage with rear wheel removed and brake assembly exposed“The SHOW or The rice eater”1992 Taurus · DougmanSHO2 photos White four-door sedan parked in side profile on grass in front of a house1994 Taurus1994 Taurus · bigpoppa2392 photos Dark blue 1992 Ford Taurus parked on a street with a building in the background1992 Taurus1992 Taurus · kara lambert2 photos
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