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Used 2003 Lincoln Aviator SUV Consumer Reviews

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4.63 out of 5 stars

FINE

DesMoines, 05/23/2004
2003 Lincoln Aviator Luxury AWD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

This is a great car for driving-plush great ride. Easy to park gets around in all weather. Lots of power. Terrible gas mileage(13-15 max) city/highway. And too small of a gas tank (20 gallon)- I am filling up constantly-once a week.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

nice car

Leonard Delarue, 06/24/2004
2003 Lincoln Aviator Luxury Rwd 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

this car has a great ride and handles somewhat like a sport car. i love the looks of the car (it's the option white that cost an additional $400) and other people must also like the looks also because it turns a lot of heads. there is some slight road noise inside the cabin.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Love my Aviator!

Scott Davis, 10/20/2004
2003 Lincoln Aviator Luxury Rwd 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

I had no intention of buying this model when I walked in. That day I was only going to "look" at a few different models. When I drove the Aviator, I was amazed. The drive was like a caddy, with a comanding view of the road, and power to spare. The interrior was imacualte, and the sound system was a bonus. I was hooked. Since then I have enjoyed the car SO much. My two-year old son, LOVES the DVD, and it is a joy to travel in. The gas milage is the only draw back, but I knew that going in. With 300+ HP at your disposal it's hard to complain... ;) I'd give it a 10 out of ten if not for the gas milage. So a 9 out of 10 in overall satisfaction. LOVE IT.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Classy

Max, 10/01/2005
2003 Lincoln Aviator Luxury Rwd 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

this car is amazing, ive had it for about 6 months now, i bought it used. it's a 2004 model. it is the most luxurious SUV on the market. ive driven in a range rover, and id take this over that. i think it is the best SUV you can buy. i have had no problems with the car, it has never had to go into the dealer in the time ive owned it. the interior is beautiful. the engine sounds amazing as well, when you're accelerating, it sounds like it has an aftermarket exhaust system. the thing handles like a sports car.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

2003 Lincoln Aviator

JohnWatson, 03/31/2006
2003 Lincoln Aviator Luxury Rwd 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

The performance is outstanding. It feels comfortable, solid and stable. The steering is responsive and precise. The visibilitly is superb forward and rearward, especially with the backup tone warning system. It accepts a top mounted extra luggage compartment allowing long travel with 6 passengers, in comfort. Controlled braking is excellent.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Pass everything but a gas station

BrianH, 03/24/2003
2003 Lincoln Aviator Premium Rwd 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

This vehicle is simply awesome! It's got everything you could imagine and more. The 302 horsepower engine is more power than you need, like that is a bad thing? It's so much fun to drive and still retains the comfort and class of a Lincoln. It's a dream vehicle for the younger hope-to-be Lincoln owners. I love it and I'm a Town Car man.

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5 out of 5 stars

Aviator, 2WD, Premium Edition

Delores Jones, 04/01/2003
2003 Lincoln Aviator Premium Rwd 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

Comfortable ride; great interior design; roomy

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Wow!

Texas Bubba, 04/06/2003
2003 Lincoln Aviator Premium Rwd 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

When we first started looking for a new SUV, we looked at what we thought were the market leaders: Acura, Lexus, and BMW. My wife talked me into looking at the Aviator and we never looked back! It felt more luxurious than the MDX, better value than the GX470, and more spacious than the X5. No regrets here!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Love our Lincoln

dbennett, 04/20/2003
2003 Lincoln Aviator Luxury Rwd 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

We have gotten many positive comments about our vehicle and we love it. Most people think it is a Navigator unless they look at the name. It is an elegant but sporty ride.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Aviator Review

skibum 35474, 04/24/2003
2003 Lincoln Aviator Luxury Rwd 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

I Have had the Aviator for one month now and I have been pleasantly surprised. The vehicle is very spacious and the functions are very easy to use which is great with two children ages 6 & 7 who are into sports. I looked at the Aviator on a whim and was glad I did. The build quality has been very good and the interior appearance is very nice. I would definitely recommend this vehicle to anyone looking for a full third row seating.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Love This Lincoln

Florida, 05/02/2003
2003 Lincoln Aviator Luxury Rwd 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

You have to test drive this vehicle to appreciate it. As a matter of fact at first the ride is noticably good, but as you drive it you get to notice just how great it is. I took a 500 mile trip and was rested when I got there. The other SUV's don't hold a candle to it.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

I love it!

C/Magnus, 05/17/2003
2003 Lincoln Aviator Premium AWD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

I truely love this veh. It is very confortable although whish the drivers seat had more hieght adjustmanet. It handles very well with the full seven passenger load. I have 900 milres on the vehicle thus far and the milage had improved about two miles per gal for a total of 13 mpg in combined city and hwy driving.

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5 out of 5 stars

LOVED IT!

Jackie32391, 02/06/2003
2003 Lincoln Aviator Luxury Rwd 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

Best car you would ever drive

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Aviator Rocks

abrams, 02/12/2003
2003 Lincoln Aviator Luxury AWD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

The Lincoln Aviator is a masterpiece from the ground up. Its fulltime all- wheel drive makes it as though the snow does not even exist on the ground. Its 302 horsepower engine and throaty exhaust is very pleasing when you "step on it". The interior is marvelous and innovatively elegant. It is truly a dream car.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Aviator a keeper

mdmitchell, 05/27/2003
2003 Lincoln Aviator Luxury Rwd 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

Feels like a Lincoln, not a dressed up Ford. American Luxury and power. Like especially the new Lincoln interior treatment. This and the improved ride set it apart from the Ford Explorer.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Good idea

mdsamitchell, 06/02/2003
2003 Lincoln Aviator Luxury Rwd 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

Why did they wait? The improvement over my 1997 Merc Mountaineer is incredible. Ride is very car like, but still has the substaintial truck feel. Interior is a retro-American luxury treatment. The interior and exterior treatments let you know that this is not just a dressed up Explorer, but a significantly unique and different truck.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Love it

Kevin Lewis, 05/29/2003
2003 Lincoln Aviator Luxury AWD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

After owning a 1995 Explorer, we've found the Aviator to be a big step up in ride and comfort. Other than the meager gas mileage, I would definitely buy the Aviator again.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Best SUV I've own!

arts1, 06/13/2003
2003 Lincoln Aviator Luxury AWD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

The first SUV that the wife and I totally agreed on.Even gas mileage has improved.Started a 1200 hunderd mile vacation with 13mpg,and ended with 16.5. My South Hills salesman Jack was the best.Had several calls from him to check if everything was going ok.Even a birthday card. No problems sofar.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Great SUV

wkeef, 06/18/2003
2003 Lincoln Aviator Luxury Rwd 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

The new Aviator is a great vehicle. It is a pleasure to drive. This is my wife's car and she really enjoys the handling and comfort. If we had one suggestion to make it would be to get rid of the third seat and put more foot room in the second row. The tightness of foot room limits the car to no more than a two person vehicle.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

An SUV that drives better than most cars

Jules301h, 07/07/2003
2003 Lincoln Aviator Premium AWD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

Head turning good looks, and sedan like driveability. Aviator really does drive amazingly well for its size and weight. The engine is very powerful, steering is extremely responsive, ride is perfect-very smooth, handles very well on corners, little body lean. Turns well in parking lots. Ride very quiet. A/c works really well. Cooled seats don't do much. Haven't tried the heated seats yet. DVD is great, wireless headphones too. But the PS2/Xbox hookup is on the ceiling. The navigation sys is $2500-buy a map. Great car, go it under invoice w/ 0%.

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4 out of 5 stars

good

jakediggsjr7@gmail.com, 05/11/2016
2003 Lincoln Aviator Luxury Rwd 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

Safety
5 out of 5 stars
Technology
5 out of 5 stars
Performance
5 out of 5 stars
Interior
4 out of 5 stars
Reliability
5 out of 5 stars
Value
4 out of 5 stars
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