Ford Crown Victoria first generation
The Ford Crown Victoria first generation (1992–1997): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 9 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: Panther · Sold in: United States and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | – | 5,385–5,395 mm |
| Width | – | 1,976 mm |
| Height | – | 1,440–1,443 mm |
| Wheelbase | – | 2,906 mm |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | – | 1,700–1,746 kg |
| Seats and space | ||
| Luggage space (EPA) | 595 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | 3,143 L EPA | – |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia, US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
1,498 complaints for model years 1992–1997. 90 crashes · 92 fires · 107 injuries · 13 deaths
- Engine 215
- Brakes 121
- Speed control 115
- Suspension 88
- Transmission and drivetrain 87
- Steering 85
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 9 versions of the Ford Crown Victoria first generation
United States 8 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996–1997(FFS), CLKUP · (POLICE) (FFS), CLKUP | 4.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA | 325 g/km |
| 1994–1997(FFS), CLKUP | 4.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 243–307 g/km |
| 1997(NGV) (FFS), CLKUP | 4.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 243 g/km |
| 1995(POLICE) (FFS), CLKUP | 4.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA | 325 g/km |
| 1993–1994(POLICE) (FFS) · (POLICE) (FFS) | 4.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA | 325 g/km |
| 1993(FFS) | 4.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 1992(FFS), Mech Overdrive | 4.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 1992(FFS), Elec Overdrive | 4.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
Canada 1 version
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995–1997Full-size | 4.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 12.8–12.9 L/100 km 5-cycle | 294–297 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.