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2003 Lincoln Navigator Review
Grand Touring, SUV-style.
2003 Navigator Review Summary & Specifications
Many many years ago a large luxurious sporty car was called a "Grand Touring" car because it was capable of carrying passengers long distances in a more sporty fashion than a regular sedan but in a more luxurious fashion than a sports car. The term GT has changed its meaning over the years but perhaps it's fair to call the 2003 Navigator a modern "Grand Touring" car. After all, it can transport up to eight passengers in comfort while delivering a decent driving experience at the same time.
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| Vehicle Category | Sport Utility Vehicles |
| Editor | John Rettie |
| Model Lineup | 4x2 Luxury ($48,775); 4x4 Luxury ($52,325); 4x2 Premium ($50,025); 4x4 Premium ($53,575); 4x2 Ultimate ($51,400); 4x4 Ultimate ($54,950) |
| Engines (standard) | 5.4-liter dohc 32-valve V8 |
| Transmissions (standard) | 4-speed automatic |
| Engines (optional) | 5.4-liter dohc 32v V8 |
| Transmissions (optional) | 4-speed automatic |
| Safety Equipment (standard) | ABS, load-proportional braking bias, rear park assist warning system, safety canopy side (front & second row) airbags, dual front airbags |
| Safety Equipment (optional) | AdvanceTrac stability and traction control system |
| Basic Warranty | 4 years/50,000 miles |
| Assembled In | Wayne, Michigan |
| Manufacturer Phone | 1-800-521-4140 |
| Manufacturer URL | www.lincoln.com |
| Base Price MSRP | 48775 |
| Model Tested MSRP | Navigator 4x4 Ultimate ($54,950) |
| Standard Equipment | integrated running boards, remote keyless entry, rear park assist, dual power folding heated mirrors with integrated turn signals, integrated antenna, 60/40 third row fold flat seats, power adjustable pedals, dual zone climate control with second row controls, premium sound system with in-dash 6-disc CD player, 8-way power leather bucket seats; Ultimate adds AdvanceTrac stability and traction control system, heated/cooled front seats, power liftgate, power-folding third row seats, HID headlamps |
| Options as Tested (MSRP) | power deployable running boards ($925); moonroof ($1,495); navigation system ($1,995); 18x8 inch Euroflange chrome aluminum wheels ($675) |
| Destination Charge | 740 |
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| Layout | front engine, four-wheel drive |
| Price as Tested | 60780 |
| Horse Power | 300 @ 5000 |
| Torque | 355 @ 2750 |
| Fuel Economy | 12/16 |
| Wheelbase | 118.8 |
| Length/Width/Height | 206.0/80.2/77.8 |
| Track Front/Rear | 67.0/67.1 |
| Turning Radius | 38.7 |
| Seating Capacity | 7 |
| Front Head/Hip/Leg room | 39.6/58.0/41.1 |
| Middle Head/Hip/Leg room | 39.7/58.0/38.7 |
| Rear Head/Hip/Leg room | 37.8/50.2/36.3 |
| Trunk Volume | 103.3 |
| Payload | 1456 |
| Towing Capacity | 8300 |
| Front Suspension | independent |
| Rear Suspension | independent |
| Ground Clearance | 8.6 |
| Curb Weight | 5994 |
| Stock Tires | P275/65R18 |
| Brakes Front/Rear | disc/disc with ABS |
| Fuel Capacity | 28.0 |
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