Crash Test Rating
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MPG (up to)
15 -17 City / 22 -25 HWY
Horsepower
175 -220
Seats
6
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Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Tom H
Old but in great condition
The car has lasted from 2002 to today great car don't like dealer service
accountCircle Kimberly R
Big trunk space and security doors
The only thing I don't like is how expensive gas is to fill up a tank. The car is reliable and comfortable. I do like how big the trunk space is because I am able to have a stroller, a bunch of groceries and big items can all fit in it. I do feel secure in this car because it was made specifically to be able to chase after people and the security doors so my kids can't try to open the doors or windows while I'm driving.
accountCircle Brian S
It's not a cop car its a regular crown vic.
Plenty of room. Not the greatest on gas but when driven accordingly its pretty decent. Has the acceleration when needed.
accountCircle David M
That it is very fast and rides great.
I like that my car have a police interceptor in it and that it is very fast and rides smooth. I love that it have lots of space in it.
accountCircle Cody B
It's a safe car for your family I think. Plus it is roomy.
I pretty much like everything about this car. It drives good and I am nervous when it comes to driving and this car I feel comfortable in.
accountCircle Daniel S
It has a small v8 engine,and overdrive to help conserve fuel, it gets about 22-25 mpg on the highway.
I like the comfortable ride. The leather seats are really nice. The heated mirrors on the doors are great for the winter months.
accountCircle Derek F
Crown Victoria is great, sturdy, reliable, lasts forever.
Everything still works great and it runs well. Heater no longer works but the engine and everything hasn't been replaced.
accountCircle Sheila G
My Lincoln is the best car I have ever had in my life. A nice comfortable ride.
The ride is so smooth and comfortable. The sound system is awesome. There are many features that will customize the car to fit the driver specifically, making it a personalize ride. The interior is leather which makes it not only an attractive ride, but a comfortable one as well. The cruise control feature makes driving on the expressway easier breeze. That may very well be my favorite feature on the whole car.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Jon smith
Vehicle occupant safety
Does anyone know if ford installed the fuel tank plastic safety shield kits on 2002 crown Vic's,mercury grand marquis,and Lincoln town cars to prevent them from exploding in a high speed rear end crash?
accountCircle Debra M
Great for first car or those in need of low cost reliable transportation.
This is a police interceptor vehicle. I have only had the car for about 3 months. The air works great. There is a minor issue with the battery and it will need replaced soon. It has 4 doors and is a v8. Power windows and driver seat work fine.
accountCircle Johnny Smith
Ford Crown Victoria owner safety
I'm thinking about purchasing a 2002 ford crown Victoria lx.Ford recalled 1992 to 2003 crown Victoria p71 police cruisers for a dangerous tab on the axle and a rear end and gas tank that needs a plastic shield kit that protects the gas tank from exploding if the car is rear ended if it is hit by a high speed impact while being parked in the emergency lane on the interstate.Ford did not put these safety shield kits on the crown Vic's,marquis,or town cars sold to the public model years 1992 to 2011.
accountCircle Johnny Smith
I would not recommend this car
Every owner of a 1992 to 2011 model Ford Crown Victoria needs to have a shop install the plastic fire safety shield around the gas tank and axle.Have the shop file down the axle tabs too so in a high speed rear end crash there won't be a fire.
accountCircle Dave Smith
This would be a safe vehicle if owners installed a plastic axle safety shield.
Every owner needs to install the plastic rear end safety shield.
accountCircle Andrea L
My car is very fast. My car is very reliable. My car is big on the inside.
I like that it has ac. I like that it it spacious. I don't like that it's horrible on gas.
accountCircle Johnny Smith
Vehicle reliability and safety
Yes but you need to purchase the plastic safety shield for the rear end to prevent a Hugh speed rear end crash fire.Ford crown Victoria and mercury grand Marquisl years 1992 to 2011.Lincoln town car years 1997 to 2011 need the plastic safety shield installed. You or a shop will have to file down the protruding tabs on the rear axle before the safety shield is installed.
accountCircle Cindy M
No cold air. Living in texas, a person needs air conditioning.
I like the dependability as far as running, but the air conditioning keeps going out and I do not like that.

Ford Crown Victoria Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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Standard
220 HP 19-19 MPG 6 Seats
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Std Commercial Base
220 HP 21-21 MPG 6 Seats
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Std Commercial Taxi Pkg
220 HP 21-21 MPG 6 Seats
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Ext Commercial Base
220 HP 21-21 MPG 6 Seats
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Ext Commercial Taxi Pkg
220 HP 21-21 MPG 6 Seats
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Ext Commercial Police Pkg
220 HP 21-21 MPG 6 Seats
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LX
220 HP 21-21 MPG 6 Seats
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Std Commercial NGV Base
175 HP 19-19 MPG 6 Seats
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Ext Comm NGV Base
175 HP 19-19 MPG 6 Seats
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Std Comm NGV Extended Range
175 HP 19-19 MPG 6 Seats
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Ext Comm NGV Extended Range
175 HP 19-19 MPG 6 Seats
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2002 Ford Crown Victoria Owner Reviews

3.97
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5 stars 54%
4 stars 14%
3 stars 11%
2 stars 19%
1 star 3%
accountCircle David M on January 18, 2021
That it is very fast and rides great.
I like that my car have a police interceptor in it and that it is very fast and rides smooth. I love that it have lots of space in it.
accountCircle Steven M on December 2, 2020
It provides comfort for a long highway drive.
I like the room and simple features of the vehicle. I dislike the engine performance to weight ratio.

Ranks #5 Large Cars by Owners

The 2002 Ford Crown Victoria has an average owner rating of 3.97 out of 5 which ranks it #5 of 12 other Large Cars.

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4.56
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4.17
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3.97

Ranks #6 Large Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2002 Ford Crown Victoria has a combined MPG of 28 which ranks it #6 of 12 other Large Cars.

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29 MPG
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29 MPG
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22 MPG

Is The 2002 Ford Crown Victoria A Good Car?

Yes the crown vic is and has been a very good car. I would love to even get a new model just because of how much I love this car
Brittany L.

How Reliable Is The 2002 Ford Crown Victoria?

The crown Victoria is very reliable it doesn't have any problems at all it had a recall but that was taken care of
Mary G.

Is The 2002 Ford Crown Victoria A Good Value?

I'm not sure how much the car cost all I know is that I had bought it off a friend for 1,700 so I'm not sure about a newer one
Precious L.

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