Overview & Reviews

A new Eddie Bauer trim level debuts. It's equipped similarly to last year's Limited trim and also includes Arizona Beige exterior trim, two-tone leather seating and available second-row captain's chairs. Limited models get as standard equipment a six-disc in-dash CD changer, new aluminum wheels, cherrywood interior trim and a reversible cargo mat. In terms of mechanical changes, a new 6.0-liter turbodiesel engine arrives mid-year with more power and efficiency, connected to an all new five-speed TorqShift automatic transmission. Why anyone would use this mammoth rig to go trail busting we have no idea, but Ford will be offering an off-road package shortly after the first of the year. Finally, all Excursions get revised front suspensions for improved ride and handling.

• Substantial passenger and cargo capacity, impressive towing ability, diesel engine option, available on-board entertainment system.

• Huge size, truck-like driving characteristics, poor fuel economy, high sticker price.

User Reviews:

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  Luv my Excursion - 2003 Ford Excursion
  By RBR - August 23 - 9:16 pm

  I have the Powerstroke 6.0 diesel. Use truck for towing 32 travel trailer - works great. Interior seats are very spacious and comfortable. 20mph hwy/16 city. Towing 12 - 13 mpg. Will hate to see it discontinued.

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  I LOVE my Excursion! - 2003 Ford Excursion
  By Carrie Mullen - March 1 - 10:11 am

  The Excursion is so comfortable! The 7 people in my family, including 2 teenagers, fit wonderfully in this vehicle. Road trips are a breeze! It takes a little time to get used to parking this beast, but its well worth the effort. I am saddened that this vehicle will not be made after 2005.

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  Best SUV Around - 2003 Ford Excursion
  By Ed Riley - February 28 - 10:04 pm

  This is my second Excursion. We have traveled nationwide with a family of six and all were comfortable. It handles great in mountains or deserts. I get about 20 mpg on the highway and 15 mpg in town.

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  big is better - 2003 Ford Excursion
  By sammyk - August 24 - 2:00 am

  This is the second Excursion Ive owned. The first had the V-10 and really bad mileage. The 6.0 diesel is very powerfull and gets GREAT mileage for the size of the vehicle. On the highway, I average 24 MPG at 75 MPH. My Jeep Wrangler gets a paltry 15 MPGs. We have had a few minor, but annoying problems, particularly electrical ( A/C looses power.. just shuts off ) but far less than the problems we had with the 2000 V-10 ( also electrical, interior lights would blink on and off everytime it rained and it rains a lot in FLorida ). Overall, this vehicle represents the best value for people / cargo around.

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  Great Truck - 2003 Ford Excursion
  By brooks white - August 6 - 2:00 am

  Pay extra for the Diesel Engine, it is worth for the fuel economy. The new Turbo 6.0 engine is Fabulous and surprisingly quiet.

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  Love my Excursion - 2003 Ford Excursion
  By andi lee - July 27 - 2:00 am

  This is the second Excursion we have owned. Our first model had the 7.3 diesel engine and was a 2000 model. We loved it too but was a bit noisey. After the new 6.0 diesel was available we opted for this newer model. This is a travelers dream. We average about 18mpg overall (includes intown miles). It is very comfortable and can get our entire family and "stuff" in the vehicle. It also pulls the hound out of a cattle trailer. Love my Excursion!

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  Great SUV - 2003 Ford Excursion
  By Sailer - April 29 - 2:00 am

  This SUV is a great family truck for those who tow. Room is a big plus. Mileage is good in the diesel. Avgerage 18 highway 16 city. Towing avg is 12.

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  6.8 Liter 16.5 MPG HWY, 13.7 MPG City - 2003 Ford Excursion
  By BIG TRUCK - April 25 - 2:00 am

  I love the whole package with this Excursion. I added a Gibson Exhaust, a Pro-M 95MM MAF Meter with a conical airfilter, and a custom computer ECU upgrade. All of these have greatly added to the fuel economy of the big truck! Build quality is far better than the last 2 decades from Ford.

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  Ultimate Family Limo - 2003 Ford Excursion
  By coxclan - March 15 - 2:00 am

  After 3 Suburbans and a 15 Passenger Van and a Toyota Landcruiser we have family found a true family limo. This is our 2nd Excursion. Comfort and Space. Our massive family felt confined in a suburban and like a tour crew in a 15 passenger van. The Excursion with its built in DVD is just right. Way to go Ford. What is the world are you thinking by discontinuing the Excursion after next year.

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  6.0 engine vibration - 2003 Ford Excursion
  By 6.0 excursion - February 21 - 2:00 am

  An excellent vehicle all-round EXCEPT 6.0 diesel has severe and unacceptable vibration at 1700 rpm (65 mph). Dealer advises Ford says they are aware of problem but have no fix.