2012 Ford Taurus Speaker Sizes
The 2012 Ford Taurus factory audio system contains specific locations designed to accommodate various components. The a-pillar accepts a 1 inch speaker size, while the center dash and rear deck center accommodate 3.5 inch speakers. Furthermore, front door panel and rear door panel locations accept 6x8 inch units, and the rear deck lid accommodates 6x9 inch units. Available audio replacement and upgrade components include tweeters, full-range units, and midrange drivers.
Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.
| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| A-Pillar | 1 | Tweeter |
|
| Center Dash | 3.5 | Full-Range |
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| Front Door Panel | 6x8 | Full-Range |
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| Rear Deck Center | 3.5 | Midrange |
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| Rear Deck Lid | 6x9 | Full-Range |
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| Rear Door Panel | 6x8 | Full-Range |
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2012 Ford Taurus Speaker Replacement Summary
6
total positions
3
easy to replace
1
high priority
1
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 3 Medium: 2 High: 1Replacement priority:
High: 1 Medium: 4 Low: 12012 Ford Taurus Radio Slot Size (DIN)
| DIN Type | Size (inch) | Size (mm) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single DIN or Double DIN | 7"×2" or 7"×4" | 180×50 or 180×100 | Vehicle supports both radio sizes |
- Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
- Check slot depth - it may vary
Additional Notes
- The 2012 Ford Taurus incorporates a multi-location speaker configuration with size variations ranging from 1-inch tweeters to 6x9-inch full-range units, suggesting a factory system designed to distribute frequency ranges across different cabin positions.
- Front door panels and rear door panels both accommodate 6x8-inch full-range speakers, which typically represent the primary sound reproduction sources and are often considered the first replacement priority when upgrading audio quality.
- The A-pillar mounting positions accept 1-inch tweeters, which are dedicated high-frequency transducers that handle treble reproduction separately from the larger full-range units.
- Center dash and rear deck center locations both utilize 3.5-inch speakers, though the dash position accepts full-range types while the rear deck center is specified for midrange drivers, indicating different frequency handling responsibilities.
- Rear deck lid positions accommodate 6x9-inch full-range speakers, which are larger than the door-mounted units and could potentially provide enhanced bass response due to the increased cone area.
- The factory radio opening supports both single DIN and double DIN head units, providing flexibility for aftermarket stereo replacements that might drive upgraded speakers more effectively.
- Upgrading the 6x8-inch door speakers would likely produce the most noticeable sound improvement since these positions typically handle the majority of the audible frequency spectrum and direct sound toward front seat occupants.
- The combination of dedicated tweeters in the A-pillars alongside full-range door speakers suggests a component-style arrangement where high frequencies are separated from mid-bass reproduction.