2003 Lincoln LS
US · Midsize Cars
The 2003 Lincoln LS is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 3.0L 6-cylinder, 3.0L 6-cylinder (SST), 3.9L 8-cylinder, 3.9L 8-cylinder (SST)
- Transmission
- 5-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 3.0L 6-cylinder, 3.0L 6-cylinder (SST), 3.9L 8-cylinder, 3.9L 8-cylinder (SST) | |
| Displacement | 3.0 L to 3.9 L | |
| Cylinders | 6 to 8 | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| Gears | 5 | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
4 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 4, 2026.
03V136000: WHEELS
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 17 INCH CHROME WHEELS, THE CHROME WHEELS WERE NOT HEAT-TREATED. THESE WHEELS MAY CRACK AT THE LUG-NUT HOLES, WHICH COULD RESULT IN THE LOSS OF THE LUG-NUT TORQUE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE WHEELS TO MAKE SURE THAT ALL THE WHEELS HAVE BEEN HEAT-TREATED. ANY WHEEL THAT HAS NOT BEEN HEAT-TREATED WILL BE REPLACED. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 14, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN…
Reported April 7, 2003. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 9, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 18, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 9, 2026
Data verified: November 9, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
Related vehicles
- 2002 Lincoln LS
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 3.0L 6-cylinder (3.0M), 3.9L 8-cylinder (3.9L4V-N), 3.0L 6-cylinder, 3.9L 8-cylinder · RWD
19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) - 2004 Lincoln LS
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 3.0L 6-cylinder, 3.9L 8-cylinder · RWD
21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2003 Lincoln LS have?
Varies by configuration: 3.0L 6-cylinder, 3.0L 6-cylinder (SST), 3.9L 8-cylinder, 3.9L 8-cylinder (SST). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2003 Lincoln LS?
Combined fuel economy is 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2003 Lincoln LS front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: RWD.
Are there recalls for the 2003 Lincoln LS?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 4, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.