2003 Ford ThunderbirdFuel Economy & MPG Ratings
Gasoline Two SeatersRear-Wheel Drive
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City
16
MPG
Highway
22
MPG
Combined
18
MPG
Real-World MPG
Based on 1 owner report via EPA fueleconomy.gov
24.0MPG average+33.3% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 18 MPG · Owner reported avg: 24.0 MPG
Driving mix: City 40% / Highway 60%
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov “Your MPG” owner submissions. Real-world results vary by driver behavior, conditions, and equipment.
Owner reported MPG for this vehicle averages 24.0 real world MPG based on 1 owner report. EPA combined rating is 18 MPG.
Trim Comparison
Automatic 5-spd
Premium
City
16
Hwy
22
Comb
18
Fuel cost: $4,550/yr
Automatic 5-spd
Premium
City
16
Hwy
23
Comb
18
Fuel cost: $4,550/yr
| Trim | Engine | City | Hwy | Combined | Fuel Cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 16 | 22 | 18 | $4,550 |
| Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 16 | 23 | 18 | $4,550 |
Annual Fuel Cost
$4,550
Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year
5-Year Fuel Savings
$-10,750
vs. average new vehicle
EPA Fuel Economy Score: -1/10
GHG Score: -1/10
Environment
- CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
- 494 g/mile
- Annual Petroleum Consumption
- 16.5 barrels
Specifications
- Engine
- 3.9L 8-cyl
- Transmission
- 5-speed Automatic
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Body Style
- Sedan
- GVWR
- Class 1 (≤6,000 lbs)
Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.
Engine & Efficiency Details
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov
- Engine Size
- 3.9L, 8-cylinder
- Fuel Type
- Premium Gasoline
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