2004 Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor
All photo credits
- Photo: 2001 Ford Crown Victoria, front left, 09-06-2026 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1998 Ford Crown Victoria in Light Denim Blue Metallic, front left, 10-12-2025 by Cutlass, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2001 Ford Crown Victoria, rear left, 09-06-2026 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1998 Ford Crown Victoria in Light Denim Blue Metallic, rear left, 10-12-2025 by Cutlass, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2004 Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor is a 250-hp 4.6-liter V8 with a 4-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $24,575 MSRP and is rated at 18 mpg combined.
It makes 250 horsepower at 4,900 rpm and 297 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 15 mpg city and 23 mpg highway (18 mpg combined).
The Crown Victoria measures 212.0 inches long on a 114.7-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,942 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $24,575 ($42,281 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 4.6L 2V SOHC Modular V8 (dual exhaust, police package) |
| Displacement | 4.6 L |
| Horsepower | 250 hp @ 4,900 rpm |
| Torque | 297 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | SOHC, 2 valves/cylinder |
| Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 |
| Injection Type | Sequential fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic (4R75W) |
| 1st Gear | 2.84 |
| 2nd Gear | 1.55 |
| 3rd Gear | 1 |
| 4th Gear | 0.7 |
| Reverse | 2.23 |
| Final Drive | 3.27 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 15 MPG |
| Highway | 23 MPG |
| Combined | 18 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 19 gal |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 17" x 7.5" |
| Wheels Rear | 17" x 7.5" |
| Tires Front | P235/55R17 |
| Tires Rear | P235/55R17 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 212 in |
| Width | 78.3 in |
| Height | 58.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 114.7 in |
| Front Track | 62.8 in |
| Rear Track | 65.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 20.6 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,942 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.5 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37.8 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.6 in |
| Legroom Rear | 38 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 60.6 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 60 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 2004 Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | Not rated |
Other tested variants (1)
- 2004 Ford Crown Victoria 4-DR.: overall not rated
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2004 Ford CROWN VICTORIA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Dec 22, 2015 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2003-2005 Ford Crown Victoria and Mercury Grand Marquis vehicles manufactured October 3, 2001, to August 2, 2005. The affected vehicles have a lighting control module (LCM) that may fail, resulting in a loss of headlights.
Consequence: A loss of headlights can reduce driver visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the LCM, free of charge. The recall began April 14, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S39.
NHTSA campaign 15V861000
Jun 13, 2006 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
CERTAIN AFTERMARKET FUEL FILTERS SOLD UNDER THE PUROLATOR BRAND NAME, P/N F65277, SHIPPED FROM JANUARY 16 THROUGH JUNE 2, 2006, FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. DUE TO INCORRECT DESIGN, THE QUICK CONNECTORS MAY NOT FULLY SEAT WITH THE TUBE INTERFACE, EVEN THOUGH THE PERSON MAKING THE CONNECTION MAY BELIEVE THAT THE QUICK CONNECTOR IS FULLY ATTACHED.
Consequence: FAILURE OF THIS CONNECTION COULD LEAD TO FUEL SPILLAGE AND, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Remedy: UFI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 4, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT UFI FILTERS USA AT 800-230-5876.
NHTSA campaign 06E056000
May 9, 2005 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
ON CERTAIN POLICE INTERCEPTORS (CVPI) AND COMMERCIAL HEAVY DUTY (TAXI) VEHICLES, AT EXTREMELY HIGH OPERATING TEMPERATURES, THE SOUND INSULATING PANEL, LOCATED UNDER THE VEHICLE POSITIONED BETWEEN THE EXHAUST SYSTEM AND THE UNDERBODY, COULD SAG AND POSSIBLY CONTACT THE SURFACE OF THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER.
Consequence: IF THIS OCCURS, THE INSULATOR MIGHT EXPERIENCE CHARRING OF THE OUTER LAYER, BURNING ODOR, OR SMOKE WHICH MAY ULTIMATELY RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE EXISTING DASH INSULATOR AND INSTALL A REVISED DESIGN INSULATOR PAD FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 3, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
NHTSA campaign 05V206000
137 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2004 Ford CROWN VICTORIA
Owner Complaints
137 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2004 Ford CROWN VICTORIA (2 mention a crash, 4 a fire, 3 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Exterior Lighting | 81 |
| Electrical System | 23 |
| Steering | 19 |
| Wheels | 9 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 8 |
| Power Train | 5 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2004 FORD CROWN VICTORIA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.