2003 Ford Excursion Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity
Fuel tank capacity
44.0gal · 167 L
The 2003 Ford Excursion has a fuel tank capacity of 44.0 gallons (167 liters) on every trim.
44.0 gal · Bigger than 100% of 2003 models we list.
- By trim
- Gas cap & parts
- Fuel essentials
- Fill-up cost
- Other years
- Fuel recalls
- Pump & gauge parts
- FAQ
2003 Ford Excursion fuel tank capacity by trim
What changes the tank sizeTap an option to filter the table
- Powertrain
- no difference
- Drive
- no difference
- Engine
- no difference
All 30 trims
| Trim | Engine | Drive | Tank | Fuel | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eddie Bauer 4WD 4dr SUV 6.0L 8cyl Turbodiesel 5A · 4WD · Diesel Diesel | 6.0L 8cyl Turbodiesel 5A Diesel | 4WD | 44.0 gal167 L | Diesel | ||
| Eddie Bauer 4WD 4dr SUV 6.8L 10cyl 4A · 4WD · Regular | 6.8L 10cyl 4A | 4WD | 44.0 gal167 L | Regular | ||
| Eddie Bauer 4WD 4dr SUV 7.3L 8cyl diesel 4A · 4WD · Diesel Diesel | 7.3L 8cyl diesel 4A Diesel | 4WD | 44.0 gal167 L | Diesel | ||
| Eddie Bauer Rwd 4dr SUV 5.4L 8cyl 4A · RWD · Regular | 5.4L 8cyl 4A | RWD | 44.0 gal167 L | Regular | ||
| Eddie Bauer Rwd 4dr SUV 6.0L 8cyl Turbodiesel 5A · RWD · Diesel Diesel | 6.0L 8cyl Turbodiesel 5A Diesel | RWD | 44.0 gal167 L | Diesel | ||
| Eddie Bauer Rwd 4dr SUV 6.8L 10cyl 4A · RWD · Regular | 6.8L 10cyl 4A | RWD | 44.0 gal167 L | Regular | ||
| Eddie Bauer Rwd 4dr SUV 7.3L 8cyl diesel 4A · RWD · Diesel Diesel | 7.3L 8cyl diesel 4A Diesel | RWD | 44.0 gal167 L | Diesel | ||
| Limited 4WD 4dr SUV 6.0L 8cyl Turbodiesel 5A · 4WD · Diesel Diesel | 6.0L 8cyl Turbodiesel 5A Diesel | 4WD | 44.0 gal167 L | Diesel | ||
| Limited 4WD 4dr SUV 6.8L 10cyl 4A · 4WD · Regular | 6.8L 10cyl 4A | 4WD | 44.0 gal167 L | Regular | ||
| Limited 4WD 4dr SUV 7.3L 8cyl diesel 4A · 4WD · Diesel Diesel | 7.3L 8cyl diesel 4A Diesel | 4WD | 44.0 gal167 L | Diesel | ||
| Limited Rwd 4dr SUV 5.4L 8cyl 4A · RWD · Regular | 5.4L 8cyl 4A | RWD | 44.0 gal167 L | Regular | ||
| Limited Rwd 4dr SUV 6.0L 8cyl Turbodiesel 5A · RWD · Diesel Diesel | 6.0L 8cyl Turbodiesel 5A Diesel | RWD | 44.0 gal167 L | Diesel | ||
| Limited Rwd 4dr SUV 6.8L 10cyl 4A · RWD · Regular | 6.8L 10cyl 4A | RWD | 44.0 gal167 L | Regular | ||
| Limited Rwd 4dr SUV 7.3L 8cyl diesel 4A · RWD · Diesel Diesel | 7.3L 8cyl diesel 4A Diesel | RWD | 44.0 gal167 L | Diesel | ||
| XLT Premium 4WD 4dr SUV 5.4L 8cyl 4A · 4WD · Regular | 5.4L 8cyl 4A | 4WD | 44.0 gal167 L | Regular | ||
| XLT Premium 4WD 4dr SUV 6.0L 8cyl Turbodiesel 5A · 4WD · Diesel Diesel | 6.0L 8cyl Turbodiesel 5A Diesel | 4WD | 44.0 gal167 L | Diesel | ||
| XLT Premium 4WD 4dr SUV 6.8L 10cyl 4A · 4WD · Regular | 6.8L 10cyl 4A | 4WD | 44.0 gal167 L | Regular | ||
| XLT Premium 4WD 4dr SUV 7.3L 8cyl diesel 4A · 4WD · Diesel Diesel | 7.3L 8cyl diesel 4A Diesel | 4WD | 44.0 gal167 L | Diesel | ||
| XLT Premium Rwd 4dr SUV 5.4L 8cyl 4A · RWD · Regular | 5.4L 8cyl 4A | RWD | 44.0 gal167 L | Regular | ||
| XLT Premium Rwd 4dr SUV 6.0L 8cyl Turbodiesel 5A · RWD · Diesel Diesel | 6.0L 8cyl Turbodiesel 5A Diesel | RWD | 44.0 gal167 L | Diesel | ||
| XLT Premium Rwd 4dr SUV 6.8L 10cyl 4A · RWD · Regular | 6.8L 10cyl 4A | RWD | 44.0 gal167 L | Regular | ||
| XLT Premium Rwd 4dr SUV 7.3L 8cyl diesel 4A · RWD · Diesel Diesel | 7.3L 8cyl diesel 4A Diesel | RWD | 44.0 gal167 L | Diesel | ||
| XLT Value 4WD 4dr SUV 5.4L 8cyl 4A · 4WD · Regular | 5.4L 8cyl 4A | 4WD | 44.0 gal167 L | Regular | ||
| XLT Value 4WD 4dr SUV 6.0L 8cyl Turbodiesel 5A · 4WD · Diesel Diesel | 6.0L 8cyl Turbodiesel 5A Diesel | 4WD | 44.0 gal167 L | Diesel | ||
| XLT Value 4WD 4dr SUV 6.8L 10cyl 4A · 4WD · Regular | 6.8L 10cyl 4A | 4WD | 44.0 gal167 L | Regular | ||
| XLT Value 4WD 4dr SUV 7.3L 8cyl diesel 4A · 4WD · Diesel Diesel | 7.3L 8cyl diesel 4A Diesel | 4WD | 44.0 gal167 L | Diesel | ||
| XLT Value Rwd 4dr SUV 5.4L 8cyl 4A · RWD · Regular | 5.4L 8cyl 4A | RWD | 44.0 gal167 L | Regular | ||
| XLT Value Rwd 4dr SUV 6.0L 8cyl Turbodiesel 5A · RWD · Diesel Diesel | 6.0L 8cyl Turbodiesel 5A Diesel | RWD | 44.0 gal167 L | Diesel | ||
| XLT Value Rwd 4dr SUV 6.8L 10cyl 4A · RWD · Regular | 6.8L 10cyl 4A | RWD | 44.0 gal167 L | Regular | ||
| XLT Value Rwd 4dr SUV 7.3L 8cyl diesel 4A · RWD · Diesel Diesel | 7.3L 8cyl diesel 4A Diesel | RWD | 44.0 gal167 L | Diesel | ||
| No trim matches all of these filters. | ||||||
Tank figures are the manufacturer's rated capacity, sorted smallest tank first. The EPA didn't publish fuel economy ratings for these trims, so there's no MPG or range to show.
What it costs to fill up a 2003 Ford Excursion
$279.40 to fill the 44.0-gallon tank from empty with diesel, at this week's US average of $6.35 a gallon.
| Tank | Fuel | US avg / gal | From empty | From 1/4 tank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 44.0 gal | Diesel | $6.35 | $279.40 | $209.55 |
| 44.0 gal | Regular | $4.27 | $187.88 | $140.91 |
By region, 44.0-gallon tank
| Region | Diesel / gal | Fill from empty |
|---|---|---|
| East Coast | $6.08 | $267.52 |
| Midwest | $6.48 | $285.12 |
| Gulf CoastLowest | $5.95 | $261.80 |
| Rocky Mountain | $6.52 | $286.88 |
| West Coast | $7.33 | $322.52 |
| CaliforniaHighest | $8.15 | $358.60 |
Prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration retail averages for the week of October 26, 2026. This week's prices by state and city.
Your own price
- 44.0-gallon tank$279.40
Starts at the US average for diesel; type in what your station charges. For other tank sizes, use the fill-up calculator.
Excursion tank size in other years
The 2003 Excursion uses the same 44.0 gal tank as every Excursion since 2000.
| Model year | Tank | Longest highway range |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 Excursion | 44.0 gal | Not rated |
| 2004 Excursion | 44.0 gal | Not rated |
| 2003 Excursion | 44.0 gal | Not rated |
| 2002 Excursion | 44.0 gal | Not rated |
| 2001 Excursion | 44.0 gal | Not rated |
| 2000 Excursion | 44.0 gal | Not rated |
2003 Ford Excursion fuel system recalls
None of the 5 recalls NHTSA lists for the 2003 Ford Excursion involve the fuel system.
2003 Ford Excursion fuel pump and gauge parts
NHTSA lists no fuel-system recall for the 2003 Ford Excursion, so a failed pump or gauge is a normal repair. These are the part numbers the makers list for it.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2003 Ford Excursion?
The 2003 Ford Excursion holds 44.0 gallons (167 liters) on every trim we list.
How many gallons and liters does the 2003 Ford Excursion gas tank hold?
The 2003 Ford Excursion tank holds 167 liters, or 44.0 gallons in US gallons.
Does the 2003 Ford Excursion tank change with the powertrain?
No. Diesel and Gas versions of the 2003 Ford Excursion use the same 44.0 gal tank.
Does 4WD change the 2003 Ford Excursion gas tank?
No. RWD and 4WD versions of the 2003 Ford Excursion use the same 44.0 gal tank.
What gas does the 2003 Ford Excursion take?
Diesel fuel, or Regular unleaded, depending on the engine. The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.
How much does it cost to fill up a 2003 Ford Excursion?
At the US average of $6.35 a gallon for diesel (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 44.0-gallon tank from empty costs $279.40. It ranges from $261.80 in the Gulf Coast to $358.60 in California.
How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2003 Ford Excursion?
About 308 pounds for the 44.0-gallon tank. Diesel weighs roughly 7 pounds a gallon.
Has the 2003 Ford Excursion had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?
No. None of the 5 recalls NHTSA lists for the 2003 Ford Excursion involve the fuel system.
Sources
- Tank sizes: manufacturer-rated capacities from US-market specifications, checked against independent references. Updated October 2026.
- MPG and range: EPA ratings. Range is tank size times EPA MPG.
- Fuel prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration, week of October 26, 2026 (this week's prices).
- Recalls: NHTSA recall database (Ford fuel system recalls).
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