2003 Mercury Grand Marquis reviews and buying
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2003
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2003 Mercury Grand Marquis
The 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis is available this year
in a variety of different models to vie for position
in the full-size car class. GS and LS models are the
basic types with Premium, Ultimate and LSE editions
available for increasing levels of luxury or sports
features.
New this year, the 2003 Grand Marquis Marauder, a hot-rod
design, is reminiscent of muscle cars from days gone
by.
Under the Hood
A base selection of attributes is had in the GS Model.
This vehicle has a 4-speed automatic transmission that
manages a beefy 220 hp 4.6-liter ohc V8. This model
has traction control, dual-front airbags and 4-wheel
anti-lock disc brakes. An upgrade to the GS Convenience
edition offers power-adjustable pedals, while the LS
Ultimate adds load-leveling rear air suspension to drivability.
A move to the LSE Edition has all of the above but
adds an extra 19 hp to the engine (239 hp @ 4900 rpm-287
lb-ft of torque at 4100 rpm). Also added to the recipe
are a sport suspension and higher-rated tires (225/60TR16).
The top level though, is the Marauder. This powerhouse
jumps to 302 hp @ 5750 rpm, boasts 310 lb-ft of torque
at 4300 rpm, and has a limited slip differential to
reduce tire spin on take-off. It also has a center-console
floor shifter, tachometer, and still further upgraded
suspension and tires (235/50R18 front and 245/55R18
rear). Front-side airbags are also standard on the Marauder
Edition.
Standard Features, Options Packages and Style
A good package of standard features is offered at the
base level with additional add-ons at each level of
upgrade. The GS is equipped with the following; a theft-deterrent
system, split-bench power front driver seat with lumbar
adjustment, A/C, AM/FM/Cassette and CD player, power
everything and many other details, such as remote fuel
door release. Wheel covers and whitewall tires round
out the external apopearance.
Upgrading to LS Premium means additions and styling
changes including electronic instruments, climate control,
passenger seat power, remote keyless entry, universal
garage-door opener, automatic day/night mirror and more,
while the LSE goes even further, with leather upholstery
and, in the interests of sport driving, a return to
analog instruments. At the top sport level, the Marauder
has front bucket seats, fog lights, polished alloy wheels
and everything else listed on this page.
Optional add-ons for these various models include great
flexibility to add specific upgrades not standard on
the model you are buying, such as a 6-CD changer, leather
upholstery or front-side airbags for the LS or LSE editions.
Finally, a power sunroof can be installed in the Marauder
to top off the cruising experience.
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