How much does the 2003 Ford Escort cost?

The 2003 Ford Escort has a starting MSRP of $13,205, ranging up to $14,810 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes ZX2 from $13,205; ZX2 Deluxe from $14,355; ZX2 Premium from $14,810.

What is the fuel economy of the 2003 Ford Escort?

The 2003 Ford Escort achieves up to 25 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.

How much cargo space does the 2003 Ford Escort have?

The 2003 Ford Escort offers up to 11.8 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.

How many trims does the 2003 Ford Escort come in?

The 2003 Ford Escort is available in 3 trims across Coupe body styles with front wheel drive.

2003 Ford Escort

3 trims · Coupe

Starting MSRP

$13,205 – $14,810

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Pricing

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MSRP by trim

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Purchase information

Based on ZX2

Total price (ZX2 MSRP)

$13,205

Typical monthly

$261/mo

Avg. APR

7.00%

60-month loan estimate for good credit (rates as of 2026-07-11). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.

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Compare 2003 Ford Escort trims

ZX2
MSRP
$13,205
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
23/30
Horsepower
130 hp
Torque
135 lb-ft
Engine
2L I4 gas
Seating
4
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
11.8
Max towing
—
ZX2 Deluxe
MSRP
$14,355
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
23/30
Horsepower
130 hp
Torque
135 lb-ft
Engine
2L I4 gas
Seating
4
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
11.8
Max towing
—
ZX2 Premium
MSRP
$14,810
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
23/30
Horsepower
130 hp
Torque
135 lb-ft
Engine
2L I4 gas
Seating
4
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
11.8
Max towing
—

Compare 2003 Ford Escort trim specifications
Spec	ZX2	ZX2 Deluxe	ZX2 Premium
MSRP	$13,205	$14,355	$14,810
Fuel economy (city/hwy)	23/30	23/30	23/30
Horsepower	130 hp	130 hp	130 hp
Torque	135 lb-ft	135 lb-ft	135 lb-ft
Engine	2L I4 gas	2L I4 gas	2L I4 gas
Seating	4	4	4
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD	FWD
Cargo (cu ft)	11.8	11.8	11.8
Max towing	—	—	—

Manufacturer specifications by trim and drivetrain. Same trim names with different MSRPs are distinct FWD/AWD (or other drivetrain) configurations from the catalog. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.

Full specifications

Engine & drivetrain

Engine type: ZX2gas
ZX2 Deluxegas
ZX2 Premiumgas
Fuel type: ZX2regular unleaded
ZX2 Deluxeregular unleaded
ZX2 Premiumregular unleaded
Cylinders: ZX2I4
ZX2 DeluxeI4
ZX2 PremiumI4
Displacement: ZX22 L
ZX2 Deluxe2 L
ZX2 Premium2 L
Horsepower: ZX2130 hp
ZX2 Deluxe130 hp
ZX2 Premium130 hp
Torque: ZX2135 lb-ft
ZX2 Deluxe135 lb-ft
ZX2 Premium135 lb-ft
Transmission: ZX25-speed manual
ZX2 Deluxe5-speed manual
ZX2 Premium5-speed manual
Drivetrain: ZX2front wheel drive
ZX2 Deluxefront wheel drive
ZX2 Premiumfront wheel drive

Dimensions

Body type: ZX2Coupe
ZX2 DeluxeCoupe
ZX2 PremiumCoupe
Doors: ZX22
ZX2 Deluxe2
ZX2 Premium2
Seating: ZX24
ZX2 Deluxe4
ZX2 Premium4
Length: ZX2175.2 in
ZX2 Deluxe175.2 in
ZX2 Premium175.2 in
Width: ZX267.4 in
ZX2 Deluxe67.4 in
ZX2 Premium67.4 in
Height: ZX252.3 in
ZX2 Deluxe52.3 in
ZX2 Premium52.3 in
Wheelbase: ZX298.4 in
ZX2 Deluxe98.4 in
ZX2 Premium98.4 in

Capacity & weight

Cargo capacity: ZX211.8 cu ft
ZX2 Deluxe11.8 cu ft
ZX2 Premium11.8 cu ft
Max cargo capacity: ZX211.8 cu ft
ZX2 Deluxe11.8 cu ft
ZX2 Premium11.8 cu ft
Curb weight: ZX22,464 lbs
ZX2 Deluxe2,464 lbs
ZX2 Premium2,464 lbs
Fuel tank: ZX212.7 gal
ZX2 Deluxe12.7 gal
ZX2 Premium12.7 gal

Fuel economy & EV

Combined MPG: ZX225
ZX2 Deluxe25
ZX2 Premium25
City MPG: ZX223
ZX2 Deluxe23
ZX2 Premium23
Highway MPG: ZX230
ZX2 Deluxe30
ZX2 Premium30

Full specifications by trim
Spec	ZX2	ZX2 Deluxe	ZX2 Premium
Engine & drivetrain
Engine type	gas	gas	gas
Fuel type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
Cylinders	I4	I4	I4
Displacement	2 L	2 L	2 L
Horsepower	130 hp	130 hp	130 hp
Torque	135 lb-ft	135 lb-ft	135 lb-ft
Transmission	5-speed manual	5-speed manual	5-speed manual
Drivetrain	front wheel drive	front wheel drive	front wheel drive
Dimensions
Body type	Coupe	Coupe	Coupe
Doors	2	2	2
Seating	4	4	4
Length	175.2 in	175.2 in	175.2 in
Width	67.4 in	67.4 in	67.4 in
Height	52.3 in	52.3 in	52.3 in
Wheelbase	98.4 in	98.4 in	98.4 in
Capacity & weight
Cargo capacity	11.8 cu ft	11.8 cu ft	11.8 cu ft
Max cargo capacity	11.8 cu ft	11.8 cu ft	11.8 cu ft
Curb weight	2,464 lbs	2,464 lbs	2,464 lbs
Fuel tank	12.7 gal	12.7 gal	12.7 gal
Fuel economy & EV
Combined MPG	25	25	25
City MPG	23	23	23
Highway MPG	30	30	30