2000 Ford Crown Victoria Road Test - Consumer Guide Automotive

Our road test for the 2000 Ford Crown Victoria includes a full evaluation of the 2000 Ford Crown Victoria from the inside out. We evaluate not only engine and handling performance for the 2000 Ford Crown Victoria, but also interior cabin and cargo space. Let our comprehensive road test ratings for the 2000 Ford Crown Victoria help you decide if a 2000 Ford Crown Victoria is right for you.

2000 Ford Crown Victoria Road Test

Pros	Cons

Passenger and cargo room	Fuel economy

Consumer Guide® Road Test Ratings

Acceleration

Base/LX	Class Average
6	5.6

Smooth, strong, good passing power. Little practical difference between the 200-horsepower engine and the optional variant with 215. Traction control is essential in the snow belt, but isn't a match for rivals' front-wheel drive.

Fuel Economy

Base/LX	Class Average
4	4.6

We averaged 14.7 mpg in a test of a 215-horsepower model; expect the base engine, with its more fuel-efficient axle ratio, to average 16-17 mpg overall.

Ride Quality

Base/LX	Class Average
6	6.1

Will float over pavement undulations, but the base suspension keeps this behavior to reasonable levels. The optional Handling Package isn't a big ride negative or a big handling plus.

Steering/Handling/Braking

Base/LX	Class Average
4	4.9

Though not sloppy, these big rear-drive sedans don't change direction with as much poise as trimmer front-drive rivals. Steering effort is light.

Quietness

Base/LX	Class Average
6	6

Very good isolation from mechanical, wind, and road noise.

Controls

Base/LX	Class Average
4	5.3

We prefer the standard analog gauges, but the optional digital instruments are easy to read day or night. Controls are generously sized, though the driver must stretch to reach those for the climate system.

Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front)

Base/LX	Class Average
7	6.9

Crown Vic and Grand Marquis have that good old big-car feel, with easy access to all seats and adult-size room.

Room/Comfort (rear)

Base/LX	Class Average
6	5.8

Spacious, but not firmly padded enough for long-distance comfort. And the center driveshaft tunnel intrudes on foot room.

Cargo Room

Base/LX	Class Average
6	5.8

The trunk holds plenty of luggage, but the space is oddly shaped, so some bulky items are a tough fit.

Value within Class

Base/LX	Class Average
5	6.3

We favor the more-modern approach of front-wheel-drive rivals such as the Buick LeSabre and Dodge Intrepid, but rear-drive, V8 traditionalists won't be disappointed with the reasonably priced Crown Victoria and Grand Marquis.

Total Score