2003 Ford Excursion Reviews, Pricing & Specs
What owners say
"Overall, owners of the 2003 Ford Excursion appreciate its strength, durability, and towing capacity. Many find it to be a powerful truck that can handle heavy loads and fit a large family comfortably. On the downside, some drivers mention that fuel economy is poor, and some interior parts may wear out over time. Riders should be prepared for a truck-like driving experience rather than a luxury SUV."
Decent value, love the truck. It was just as described.
October 12, 2025Nothing compares to the excursion the biggest vehicle on the planet! Not a lot of things were missing a few minor things like format got overhead console trip computer and destination to empty were OK and working order but of course one of the sunglasses holder was messed up but it's to be expected on a vehicle that is over 20 years old
June 20, 2026I like almost everything about the vehicle, lots of positives, like, one of the safest rides on the road, the roof/cab assembly is designed to stay together on full roll over, it weighs around 6,800 lbs, so wind/storms don't affect it as adversely as like the effect of wind on other SUV. Its well built, rides great on the road, plenty of room.. You do need to understand and get used to driving it, its like being in a tank, but has a good turning radius, especially for a large vehicle. I personally prefer the gas over the diesel, easier and cheaper to maintain, with the exception of the transmission fluid flush, I perform all maintenance on the vehicle. Average full maintenance material cost is around 60.00, not including the tranny flush,( I have that done at a local dealership for around $100.00) The major con is the fuel consumption, as long as you don't push it it is not bad in town, around 12-14 mpg, open road- around 16-18 mpg. if you push it, it likes gas, however, it does readily respond, nothing underpowered about it. I did upgrade to severe duty brake pads, and installed the banks air intake and exhaust system. If it does not sell, soon it will be getting the Banks automind installed, which should held performance and mileage even more. By the way, lots of glass, had the windows tinted, the a/c will freeze you out of the vehicle now on a road trip. And I strongly recommend the floor liners, especially around kids- they work well!!
June 8, 2014What owners say
Decent value, love the truck. It was just as described.
October 12, 2025Nothing compares to the excursion the biggest vehicle on the planet! Not a lot of things were missing a few minor things like format got overhead console trip computer and destination to empty were OK and working order but of course one of the sunglasses holder was messed up but it's to be expected on a vehicle that is over 20 years old
June 20, 2026I like almost everything about the vehicle, lots of positives, like, one of the safest rides on the road, the roof/cab assembly is designed to stay together on full roll over, it weighs around 6,800 lbs, so wind/storms don't affect it as adversely as like the effect of wind on other SUV. Its well built, rides great on the road, plenty of room.. You do need to understand and get used to driving it, its like being in a tank, but has a good turning radius, especially for a large vehicle. I personally prefer the gas over the diesel, easier and cheaper to maintain, with the exception of the transmission fluid flush, I perform all maintenance on the vehicle. Average full maintenance material cost is around 60.00, not including the tranny flush,( I have that done at a local dealership for around $100.00) The major con is the fuel consumption, as long as you don't push it it is not bad in town, around 12-14 mpg, open road- around 16-18 mpg. if you push it, it likes gas, however, it does readily respond, nothing underpowered about it. I did upgrade to severe duty brake pads, and installed the banks air intake and exhaust system. If it does not sell, soon it will be getting the Banks automind installed, which should held performance and mileage even more. By the way, lots of glass, had the windows tinted, the a/c will freeze you out of the vehicle now on a road trip. And I strongly recommend the floor liners, especially around kids- they work well!!
June 8, 2014My only gripe is that Ford stopped making them. It is a great vehicle, and the words it won't fit doesn't happen often. Toodles around town fine and safe because nobody wants to mess with it. A great car for a growing family.
September 28, 2012Loved it put almost 200K miles on it without any problems. Only complaint was interior parts fell off, before the truck itself ever had any problems
April 16, 2008I love this truck. its one of the most powerful ive ever seen. although its strong, tough, and has leather interior, its fuel economy sucks. it only gets 11.2 miles per gallon. it has never given me any engine difficulty with its v10 315 horse power engine. its the best truck ive ever owned
August 28, 2008Good durable truck. V10 engine have some issues regarding spark plugs and exhaust manifold. Also a huge gas guzzler.
January 1, 2021The excursion as a whole is one of the best 3/4 ton suv ever built. This is not a luxury suv at all in ride comfort. It was built to haul people and to pull something very heavy at the same time. This truck still comes with a lot of creature comforts like leather power seats moonroof Bluetooth and other things at all make for a luxury car without the road quality. The gasoline V8 in this SUV very under powered for as heavy as it is but can still get the job done but not to the same degree as the V 10 or the diesel version. Overall this SUV will do almost anything you need to do minus giving you a good ride for it being a three-quarter ton truck it rides like a truck not an SUV
April 8, 2021Well, overall the Excursion is a workhorse, used by many law enforcement, fire departments and Emergency Medical Service companies all over the US and Canada. I particularly enjoy the pickup, speed and towing capacity of this vehicle, however it has its cons as I have mentioned
July 11, 2013
