2003 Ford Excursion

Rating from Excursion Lover

(4)
Comfort:		5 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		5 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"My 2003 Exc Ltd, V-10 4x4 is my third one. I bought a 2001 Ltd, 7.3 TD new that I put 98,000 mi on before the block heater shorted out and burnt my truck and the front of my house. I then got a 2004 Ltd 6.0 TD in 2006 with 10,000 mi that now has 99,000 mi that I still have for personal and family use. I bought the 2003 Ltd V-10 for company use and to also lighten the personal use of my 2004. The 2003 had 199,600 mi on it when I bought it a couple of months back. It now has 206,000 mi and runs as fine as any vehicle I've ever owned. The big drawback is the milage as compared to the diesels. I can get 17.5 - 19 hwy, 12-14 combo and 9.5 - 10.5 pulling a 16'L x 8.5'W x 6.5'T trailer with the 6.0L TD. The V-10 gets 12-13, 9-10 & 7 - 8.5 respectively - very thirsty and that is with the help of a SuperChips Tuner. It's worse without it. But it does the job with comfort and power to spare. It is a shame that Ford cow-tailed to the enviromentalist and ceased production of this vehicle - there are people, families and companies that need this vehicle because sometimes a pickup just won't fit the bill."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Work

Rating from Teggsan

(4)
Comfort:		5 out of 5
Performance:		3 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		4 out of 5
Interior Design:		4 out of 5
Value for the Money:		3 out of 5
Reliability:		3 out of 5

"I really like this truck. Sure, it drives like a barge (though various aftermarket suspension upgrades really help), is hard to park and is cartoonishly large, but there's nothing like a thousand mile road trip in a living room on wheels. If you're in the market for a used Excursion (and that's the only way you can get one since the last model year was 2005), look first for 2003 and up model years. Either the V10 or the two diesel options should be fine, but watch for problems with the early 6.0 diesel (late 2003/early 2004). DIESEL ENGINES ARE NOT CHEAP TO MAINTAIN OR REPAIR. Please be very, very clear on that before pulling the trigger on a diesel Excursion. If you can get past the cost of ownership, and can commit to the maintenance these monster engines require, you'll be pleased with the power and relative fuel economy of this powerplant. All in all, the Excursion is an answer to a question that no one's really asking any more, but I fully intend to drive the wheels off mine."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Having fun

Rating from monkey

(4)
Comfort:		3 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		4 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"it is a good car worth your money and good for family nnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Transporting family

Rating from NICKOS

(5)
Comfort:		5 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Handling:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		5 out of 5
Features:		5 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"THE TITLE SAYS IT ALL !! THE SIZE & POWER THE ROOMINESS.IT IS A PLEASURE TO DRIVE, WITH ALL THE FEATURES"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Just getting around

Rating from love the excursion!

(5)
Comfort:		5 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Handling:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		5 out of 5
Features:		5 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"I babysit my friends kids so its great to have a car where i can fit them all. I thought a lifted suburban was massive but the excursion overpasses it by far. It's always reliable. I love being the biggest on the road! It's a great car I mean truck! :)"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Having fun

Rating from Oshkoshgeneral

(5)
Comfort:		5 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Handling:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		5 out of 5
Features:		5 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"If you want a heavy duty SUV then look no futher. The Excursion is one heavy-duty beast commonly refered to as the X Super-Duty. Mine is a V-10, 4x4 Black with tan interior and a head turner anywhere it goes. People can't help but notice this monsters size. One of the very few SUV that can work like a truck ride like a fine car and make you feel like KING OF THE ROAD. One must get used to driving this thing before heading into heavy city traffic. The brakeing is very good but due to the mass one must prepare to and be alert to stop compared to a brakeing in a mid-sized car. Accerlation is great. All creature comforts are included in the Limited and are virtually trouble and problem free. The biggest draw back that I have found is: TIRES ARE EXPENSIVE. No car tires for this baby, LIGHT TRUCK TIRES ONLY. 265X75-16R only. Oh yea they must be 10ply. Set you back about 700.00 but on the light side they should last about 60,000 miles. The V-10 is as smooth as silk just about viberation free and as quite as a mouse. One of the few engines that hardly ever developes any oil leaks. Talking about oil factory recommended oil for the V-10 is 5w-20. Overall matiance is no more than a regular car for the exception of tires. Brakes are about the same price of car brakes. An exceptional vehicle is you like a big SUV and 12-14 miles to the gallon. Average driving. Towing: If you can hook it up the Mighty X will pull it. When most cars pull up beside you, one can look out the window right stright down on top of the their car (might just suprise you how many people that don't wash the top of their car, UGH). This is the ultimate week-end cruiser for car shows and just plain outdoor fun. Take to the lake, drive it on road trips, go to grocery store or drive it to church, JUST GET THERE EARLY so you will have plenty of room to PARK."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: N/A

Rating from SKCS

(5)
Comfort:		5 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Handling:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		5 out of 5
Features:		5 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"Bought new and besides replacing the batteries, no worries or issues. Currently turned over 70K and she rides and drives like a dream. In town mileage 18-20/highway 22-26 mpg. Mileage is either loaded or empty, very comforatble on road trips."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: N/A

Rating from HAPPY FAMILY wants to move back home!

(4)
Comfort:		5 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Handling:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		5 out of 5
Features:		5 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"My husband and I bought our 2003 Excursion 4x4 7.3 desiel new. The drivers lumbar, mileage computer and rear sensors went out just after the warranty ended. With those exceptions, this is the most awesome vehicle! Very roomy and comfortable, handles great, lots of cargo area AND I never get under 20.5 mpg no matter how or where I drive. Right now I am averaging right at 22 mpg."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: N/A

Rating from Jon

(3)
Comfort:		3 out of 5
Performance:		3 out of 5
Handling:		3 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		4 out of 5
Interior Design:		4 out of 5
Features:		3 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		4 out of 5

"Nice diesel vehical- great for hauling around the kids, and their sports stuff, for this vehical FORD does stand for fix or repair daily. Glitchy from the start, been in the shop countless amount of times. Heavy and slippery on snow and ice."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: N/A