Ford Crown Victoria 1998–2011 car dimensions: 5382 mm long, 1987 mm wide and 1443 mm high. Braked towing is 907 kg.
The cabin seats six on a split-bench front seat with cloth upholstery. Air conditioning, power windows, power locks, cruise control, tilt steering, and dual front airbags are standard. Automatic climate control is available on higher grades. ABS and traction control are optional. No advanced driver aids appear in the equipment lists.
The trunk holds 583 liters with a deep, flat floor and space for the spare on a shelf. Rear seats do not fold for extra volume.
Maximum towing capacity is 907 kg. The vehicle is rated for light-duty trailer use with a load-carrying hitch. No factory towing package is listed for the standard sedan. A handling package with firmer suspension is optional on some grades.
The cabin seats up to six on a split-bench front seat with fold-down armrests. Higher grades add multi-way power seats with lumbar support. Air conditioning is standard and electronic automatic temperature control is available on LX. The ride is soft and quiet for long trips with generous head and leg room throughout.
Requires unleaded fuel of 87 octane minimum with 19-gallon tank.
Fuel economy 15 city / 22 highway mpg.
Oil and filter change every 5,000 miles on normal schedule.
NHTSA frontal crash 5 stars driver and passenger. side 4 stars.
Standard dual front airbags and child door locks. ABS standard on retail models from 1999.
Four-wheel disc brakes standard.
The car runs on regular unleaded 87-octane fuel from a 19-gallon tank. Economy sits at 15 mpg city and 22 mpg highway for the standard V8.
Servicing follows the normal schedule with oil and filter changes every 5,000 miles. Spark plugs are replaced at 100,000 miles and coolant is inspected regularly with changes at longer intervals. Routine checks cover fluids, belts, and tires.
Safety starts with dual front airbags and child door locks as standard. The 1998 model earns 5-star NHTSA frontal ratings for driver and passenger plus 4-star side ratings. Side airbags arrive as an option in 2003 and become standard later. Four-wheel disc brakes and later ABS round out the kit. Body-on-frame construction adds durability in impacts.
Keeping the car means sticking to the oil changes and fluid checks. The V8 and frame hold up well with regular care and parts stay easy to find from widespread fleet use.
Length 5382 mm, Width 1987 mm, Height 1443 mm, Wheelbase 2913 mm (Crown Victoria 1998–2011)
Sources: manufacturer data, 1998 Ford Crown Victoria Owner's Guide , Capacities and specifications: overall length, fuel tank, single-exhaust.