2003 Ford F-150 Review and Specs

Summary

What Edmunds.com says

With a wide variety of cabs, styles and equipment from which to choose, you can't go wrong. No wonder it's the best-selling vehicle in the world.

Pros

Wide range of configurations and features, capable powertrains and suspension, attractive styling inside and out.

Cons

Poor IIHS crash test result, everybody and his brother has one.

What's New for 2003

Arriving in 2003 for the XLT supercab styleside configuration is the Heritage Edition, which includes 17-inch wheels, a chrome cab step and various stylistic flairs such as a black bedliner, a lower valance, paint striping and a paint scheme with a raised cut-line. Also new is an STX edition for the XL- and XLT-trimmed regular and supercabs that includes an MP3 player combined with a monochromatic color scheme and clear lights, among others. Upgrades for the fancy King Ranch flavor consist of fake wood for the interior, lighted step bars and an in-dash six-disc CD changer. For the Lariat, expect a standard rear window defroster and a Pioneer CD and cassette system (the latter is also newly available on the XL and XLT). Harley-Davidson models have the option of getting a two-tone black-and-silver paint. Finally, a new LATCH system helps you tie down the kiddie seats properly.

Consumer Ratings & Reviews

Love my King Ranch but...

Written by: TGP on 05/29/2008

Detailed Ratings

Overall Rating


Performance:	10	Fun-to-Drive:	10	Build Quality:	9
Comfort:	10	Interior Design:	10	Reliability:	10
Fuel Economy:	6	Exterior Design:	10

Vehicle

2003 Ford F-150 4dr SuperCab King Ranch Rwd Flareside SB (4.6L 8cyl 4A)

Review

Love my King Ranch F150, no majar issues after 110K miles besides normal wear and tear with mechanical, brakes, etc. Interior leather is the best, will never own another truck besides Ford King Ranch! Only problem I had is rusting on the inside of lower door panels. Rust warranty would not cover that repair, dealer told me it had to be rsuted all the way through for warranty to cover which was upsetting to hear. I tried to repair myself but the rust along the inside edge keeps returning. I plan on buying a new 2009 King Ranch in a year, Ford builds a great truck!

Favorite Features

King Ranch leather seats! Leather seats clean up great with King Ranch leather cleaner/conditioner. I have dogs that sometimes scratch the leather but the cleaner removes the marks. The leather is a saddle leather, not painted leather found in most cars and trucks. You will not be disapointed!

Suggested Improvements

Wish the bed of truck was longer for a crew cab but then it may not fit inside my garage.

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Transmission

Written by: Transmission on 11/13/2007


Performance:	10	Fun-to-Drive:	10	Build Quality:	1
Comfort:	10	Interior Design:	9	Reliability:	1
Fuel Economy:	5	Exterior Design:	9

2003 Ford F-150 4dr SuperCrew XLT Rwd Styleside SB (4.6L 8cyl 4A)

This is my 1st time buying an American vehicle and this truck has been only problems since I bought it. (new) I took it in to SVC dept. because it kept loosing power and shutting down and it turned out to be a wiring shortage after spending a whole month in the SVC dept. and changing different parts in it. Now at 51000 the transmission has gone out on it. Besides all the problems my truck ran smooth and I love the space in it but I will not buy another Ford again!

My favorite features about my truck is the space in the inside and still having room to fit things in the bed.

Better transmission along with anything that has to do with the engine.

203 Super Crew Overview

Written by: Jack Benton on 06/02/2007


Performance:	9	Fun-to-Drive:	8	Build Quality:	9
Comfort:	9	Interior Design:	9	Reliability:	10
Fuel Economy:	6	Exterior Design:	9

2003 Ford F-150 4dr SuperCab XLT 4WD Styleside SB (4.6L 8cyl 5M)

Body style and interior are great design. At 35K I had rust on the underside of all four doors (something to look out for if purchasing one). Dealer repaired but concern is still there. P/U sleeps inside a garage nightly. With today's technology I did not expect this.

Interior. From 2004 up the interior looks cheap and made of plastic, unless you are looking at a King Ranch. As with other American MFGs they cut costs in the wrong areas.

Design and install a better looking dash and interior in future models.

Best Vehicle I've ever owned!

Written by: Ture fan! on 03/15/2007


Performance:	10	Fun-to-Drive:	10	Build Quality:	10
Comfort:	10	Interior Design:	10	Reliability:	10
Fuel Economy:	10	Exterior Design:	10

2003 Ford F-150 4dr SuperCrew Harley-Davidson Rwd Styleside SB (5.4L 8cyl S/C 4A)

I loved Ford and Harley Davidson for years and this truck is the epitome of performance and style in a truck. Anyone that has the opportunity and means to own one should take it. I love it and even my children will love it when I can give it to them.

The comfortable interior sound and feel of the engine when you floor it!

The only thing I could possibly think of is a 10 pound pulley instead of the 6 pound pulley that comes stock with this particular 5.4 V-8. Also a gas mileage meter with the built in compass. Other than that I can not say there is much to improve upon.

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SUPERcrew

Written by: Jim on 03/12/2007


Performance:	10	Fun-to-Drive:	9	Build Quality:	10
Comfort:	9	Interior Design:	8	Reliability:	10
Fuel Economy:	7	Exterior Design:	10

I have found that the Ford SuperCrew trucks are almost the perfect vehicle for people with a family. You can combine the comfort of a car with the usefulness of a pickup. I love my truck. I have had NO repairs other than basic maintenance (knock on wood).

Comfort...Style...Reliable.

Could improve the turning radius; it can be a little hard to park in tight spaces or (straight in) parking lots, The lots that provide angled parking are much better. Larger fuel tank...I drive a lot and have to fill up 2-3 times per week.

2003 Ford F-150 Consumer Ratings & Reviews