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2003 Ford F-250 Review: Summary & Specs

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2003 Ford F-250 Review

A hard-working truck, now more civilized than ever.

2003 F-250 Review Summary & Specifications

Ford Super Duty trucks look good. Their real beauty lies in their capabilities, however.

New and revised powertrains make Ford's heavy-duty pickups more capable and, therefore, more attractive. The new 6.0-liter turbo-diesel is drawing rave reviews and is available with a new five-speed automatic.

As good as these trucks are, the Ford Super Duty chassis has fallen behind the newer designs from Dodge and GM. Still, the Ford trucks are solid, workhorse pickups with roomy, comfortable cabins.

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2003 Ford F-250 Specs
Vehicle CategoryPickups
EditorSue Mead
Model LineupF-250: 4x2 regular cab 137-in. wheelbase XL ($21,120); 4x4 regular cab 137-in. XLT ($27,140); 4x4 SuperCab 158-in. XL ($26,590); 4x2 SuperCab 158-in. Lariat ($29,185); 4x2 Crew Cab 172-in. XLT ($28,880); 4x4 Crew Cab 172-in. Lariat ($34,385)

F-350: 4x2 regular cab 137-in. wheelbase XLT ($24,805); 4x4 SuperCab 142-in. XL ($27,175); 4x4 Crew Cab 156-in. Lariat ($34,800)

Engines (standard)5.4-liter sohc 16-valve V8
Engines (optional)260-hp 5.4-liter sohc V8; 275-hp 7.3-liter ohv turbo-diesel V8; 310-hp 6.8-liter sohc V10; 325-hp 6.0-liter ohv turbo-diesel V8
Transmissions (standard)4-speed automatic
Transmissions (optional)6-speed manual; 5-speed automatic; 4-speed automatic
Safety Equipment (standard)dual air bags, ABS
Safety Equipment (optional)none
Basic Warranty3 years/36,000 miles
Assembled InLouisville, Kentucky
Manufacturer Phone1-800-392-3673
Manufacturer URLwww.ford.com
Base Price MSRP21120


2003 Ford F-250 Specs as Tested
Model Tested MSRPF-250 4x4 SuperCab Lariat SWB ($32,055)
Standard EquipmentABS; air conditioning; power windows and door locks; power steering; 16-inch aluminum wheels; leather seating surfaces; power driver's seat; fog lamps; remote keyless entry; AM/FM cassette/CD player; Trailer Tow Package, includes 7-wire harness, trailer brake wiring kit, trailer tow guide
Options as Tested (MSRP)automatic transmission ($1,095)
Destination Charge740
Gas Guzzler Tax
Layoutfour-wheel drive
Price as Tested33890
Horse Power260 @ 4500
Torque350 @ 2500
Fuel Economy
Wheelbase141.8
Length/Width/Height231.4/79.9/76.6
Track Front/Rear68.7/68.1
Turning Radius52
Seating Capacity6
Front Head/Hip/Leg room41.4/67.4/40.7
Middle Head/Hip/Leg room
Rear Head/Hip/Leg room38.5/67.3/32.4
Trunk Volume
Payload2790
Towing Capacity7100
Front Suspensionlive axle
Rear Suspensionlive axle
Ground Clearance7.8
Curb Weight6010
Stock Tires265/75R16
Brakes Front/Reardisc/disc with ABS
Fuel Capacity25.0
2003 Ford F-250