2003 Ford Crown Victoria Police MPG & Specs — Real Fuel Cost
Quick answer
The 2003 Ford Crown Victoria Police gets an EPA-estimated 14/20 MPG (city/highway) and 16 MPG combined, with an estimated $3,850/year fuel cost and 555.438 g/mi CO₂. Engine: 4.6 L 8-cyl.
The 2003 Ford Crown Victoria Police with the 4.6-liter 8-cylinder regular gasoline engine returns an EPA-estimated 14 MPG in the city and 20 MPG on the highway, for a combined 16 MPG. This page summarizes the official EPA fuel-economy and emissions data for this configuration.
| Engine | 4.6 L 8-cyl |
| Transmission | Automatic 4-spd |
| Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel type | Regular Gasoline |
| Vehicle class | Large Cars |
| MPG — city | 14 |
| MPG — highway | 20 |
| MPG — combined | 16 |
| Annual fuel cost* | $3,850 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 555.438 g/mi |
| EPA GHG score | — |
How efficient is it?
With a combined 16 MPG, the 2003 Ford Crown Victoria Police sits in the low range for fuel economy. That is roughly 39% thirstier than the typical Large Cars of its era (26 MPG class average) — expect higher fuel bills than class-average alternatives.
Fuel economy and running costs
At about $3,850 per year in fuel (EPA estimate, 15,000 mi/yr), fuel is a major part of the cost of owning the 2003 Ford Crown Victoria Police. Over five years that is roughly $19,250 at today's prices — before insurance, maintenance, and depreciation.
Emissions
The 2003 Ford Crown Victoria Police emits approximately 555.438 grams of CO₂ per mile at the tailpipe. Lower emissions generally track higher fuel economy.
How to read these numbers
EPA figures come from standardized laboratory test cycles and are the same estimates shown on the vehicle's window sticker. Your real-world mileage depends on driving style, conditions, fuel grade, and maintenance. Use combined MPG and annual fuel cost to compare vehicles fairly.