Trim Report

Ford Crown Victoria LX2005

Includes:CROWNVIC|LX
$2,000
Starting From
25
Active Listings
—
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 25 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

Min $2,000
Max $12,980
From $2,000
(27d ago)

LX Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$4,250
$4K–$11K
6 listings100,000 avg miles
LX
From$2,000
25 listings|$2K–$13K
Police Interceptor
From$1,684
32 listings|$2K–$13K

2005 Ford Crown Victoria LX Pricing

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Where to Find Ford Crown Victoria LX

Location data for all 2005 Ford Crown Victoria trims combined

19States

Florida has the most inventory at 16%, with options spread across 19 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

Ford Crown Victoria Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2005 Ford Crown Victoria trims

High Concern

With 2 recalls and 193 complaints, the 2005 Ford Crown Victoria rates as high on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

2
Recalls
193
Complaints
13
Crashes
2
Fires
Recall Findings
15V8610002015-22-12
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.

A loss of headlights can reduce driver visibility and increase the risk of a crash.

View at NHTSA
05V2060002005-09-05
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.

IF THIS OCCURS, THE INSULATOR MIGHT EXPERIENCE CHARRING OF THE OUTER LAYER, BURNING ODOR, OR SMOKE WHICH MAY ULTIMATELY RESULT IN A FIRE.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2005 Ford Crown Victoria's biggest weak point? EXTERIOR LIGHTING. It leads 193 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Exterior Lighting85
02Steering28
03Electrical System,exterior Lighting12
04Power Train11
05Electrical System5
193 total across 1 model years (2005–2005)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Ford Crown Victoria Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2005 Ford Crown Victoria trims

16–19mpg combined
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14-16city
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20-23hwy
·
$3,250-$3,850/yr

Fuel economy for the 2005 Ford Crown Victoria ranges from 16 to 19 MPG combined across 2 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Crown Victoria - Automatic 4-spd
19mpg
4.6L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
16 city23 hwy~$3,250/yr-1/10 Poor
Crown Victoria Police - Automatic 4-spd
16mpg
4.6L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
14 city20 hwy~$3,850/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Is the LX Worth It?

Common questions about the 2005 Ford Crown Victoria LX

How does the LX compare to other Ford Crown Victoria trims?

Every Ford Crown Victoria trim targets a different buyer. The 2005 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2005 Ford Crown Victoria LX?

Maintenance costs for the LX align with the broader Ford Crown Victoria ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 2005 model year has 2 recalls on record. The most-reported issue area is exterior lighting. Check the 2005 Ford Crown Victoria page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Ford Crown Victoria LX?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Ford Crown Victoria LX year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Ford Crown Victoria overview compares all years side by side.

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