Overview & Reviews

The 2003 Grand Mark receives a number of updates. The most important ones are hidden. A new full-perimeter frame uses strong, lightweight hydroformed steel sections for the front rails to improve frontal and offset crash performance. Redesigned frame crossmembers and new optional side impact airbags improve side impact crash performance. Additionally, the new frame -- combined with a redesigned independent front suspension and new monotube shock absorbers at all four wheels -- contributes to a smoother, more controlled ride and improved handling. Other changes include a new variable ratio rack-and-pinion steering system with variable power assist and a new dual-rate brake booster that automatically supplies full braking power in a panic stop. On the inside, the seats have been changed to improve comfort and appearance, the cupholders are new, a three-point seatbelt has been added for the center rear passenger and the door trim has been redesigned for a cleaner appearance and better ergonomics. To spot a 2003 Marquis, look for the brighter headlights and subtle new styling applied to the front and rear of the vehicle.

• Plenty of interior room, comfortable ride, excellent crash-test ratings.

• Large size makes it difficult to park and maneuver, grandpa-car image.

User Reviews:

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  creacher comforts lacking. - 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis
  By insurance man - April 3 - 2:00 am

  Great ride especially on highway, front passenger and driver comfort excellent,poor front arm rests, they should have storage compartments for cds, and stuff, cup holder not eaey to get to. Rear passenger room lacking for such a large car. huge trunk, but placement of spare tire takes up too much space.

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  1st time - 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis
  By Greg Saxon - February 25 - 2:00 am

  I had a 1997 Crown Vic. which I enjoyed very much. The GM is a much quieter car and has better acceleration. Leather seats are much better than fabric ones.

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  Best Bang for Your Buck - 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis
  By yv - February 4 - 10:46 pm

  Have owned this car for 3yrs bought it used with 39K has 75k miles now and it has just been super! No mechanical problems at all. Rides excellent handles excellent. Had it recently in snow and ice with no problems. Im looking to purchase a newer Grand Marquis within the next year. Gas mileage is 27hwy and 19 city. City could be better but compared to the size and room its a bargain. SUV with same seating area get much less. I love the RWD it is so stable no hydro plaining on rainy roads. I hope Ford Motor doesnt quit making this excellent car!

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  Great Car! - 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis
  By Steve Whetstine - January 12 - 2:26 pm

  This is a great car. Its got plenty of power and can peel rubber even when you have a full load of people-which is six. Very comfortable and has great visibility. Just a great "big boat car" from the seventies.

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  Grand Marquis - 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis
  By Brian Nadler - January 12 - 10:00 am

  This vehicle provides a refined quiet ride. It is powered by a 4.6 liter overhead cam v8. This is the same engine which powered the Ford Thunderbird and Mercury Cougar up till 1997. Being a heavier vehicle Grand Marquis does not have the same level of pickup as 8 cylindar Thunderbirds and cougars of the 1990s. Performance may be imporved by added the performance package with dual exhausts. Finally, I would like to see Mercury add a Tachometer to the intrumentation. This is a very practical way to confirm the transmission is in overdrive and visualize low engine rpm at highway spped.

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  Great Vehicle - 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis
  By rjsindy - January 7 - 2:00 am

  I traded in my 1995 Grand Marquis which had 120000 miles on it and never gave one bit of trouble. The new car has been excellent. I travel a lot with my job 30-60000 miles/yr. This is a car that is built to take that type of driving. The cost of maintenance is negligible, after having owned a few Swedish and German cars it has been a very welcome experience. The car has 32000 miles on it and has never been back in the shop except for normal maintenance. This is not the most exciting vehicle in the world, but its very safe, comfortable and durable.

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  LSE more fun! - 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis
  By Chris Raaths - December 24 - 1:30 pm

  This is my 4th Crown Vic/Marquis. Engine had more power than before. This one has the LSE package, similar to HPP package, but buckets and a floor shifter, like the Crown Vic Sport. Handles much better than previous models. Fuel economy about the same, with more power. Seats are comfortable. Sound system is good. Fuel economy is do-do around town (as these cars have always been so-so) about 18 mpg. On the highway, 26 mpg. Better choice comfort and MPG wise than my old Tahoe.

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  Still a big car-Heavy Duty-Safe - 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis
  By Ethel Alma Dickerson - December 24 - 2:00 am

  We have driven Grand Marquis for over 25-years. We have never had any problems out of the cars. We usually put 150-200,000-miles on them with out any problem. .We also had a bad wreck in the 95 and we were not hurt We got hit by a 1998 Honda Civic. We love the cars and they are safe and the best driving cars on the road under $30,000.

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  NEW CAR IMPRESSIONS - 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis
  By RAY - November 12 - 2:00 am

  DOWSHIFTS ARE FAR TOO AGRESSIVE, AS COMPARED TO A 93 CHEVROLET LTZ

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  2003 Grand Marquis - 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis
  By JD-Iowa - August 13 - 2:00 am

  I like the appearance and enhanced steering compared to my 1996 Grand Marquis. Only disappointment is noisey trim chirping on back doors on gravel road when car is cold.