Lincoln LS

20002006 · 29 configurations

Lowest
17
Average
18
Best
21

The Lincoln LS has been tested by the EPA across 29 different configurations spanning model years 2000 through 2006. Over this period, the LS has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 17 MPG to 21 MPG, with an overall average of 18 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2006
3.9L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdPremium
$3,850162218MPG
2006
3.9L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5)Premium
$3,850162318MPG
2005
3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdPremium
$3,450172420MPG
2005
3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5)Premium
$3,450172420MPG
2005
3.9L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdPremium
$3,850162218MPG
2005
3.9L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5)Premium
$3,850162218MPG
2004
3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdPremium
$3,450172420MPG
2004
3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5)Premium
$3,300182521MPG
2004
3.9L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdPremium
$3,850152118MPG
2004
3.9L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5)Premium
$3,850152318MPG
2003
3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdPremium
$3,450172420MPG
2003
3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdPremium
$3,300182521MPG
2003
3.9L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdPremium
$3,850162218MPG
2003
3.9L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdPremium
$3,850162318MPG
2002
3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5)Premium
$3,850152318MPG
2002
3.9L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5)Premium
$4,050152217MPG
2002
3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdPremium
$3,650162319MPG
2002
3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,650162319MPG
2002
3.9L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdPremium
$4,050152217MPG
2001
3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdPremium
$3,650162319MPG
2001
3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,650162319MPG
2001
3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5)Premium
$3,850152318MPG
2001
3.9L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdPremium
$4,050152217MPG
2001
3.9L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5)Premium
$4,050152217MPG
2000
3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdPremium
$3,850162318MPG
2000
3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdPremium
$3,850152218MPG
2000
3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,850152318MPG
2000
3.9L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdPremium
$4,050152217MPG
2000
3.9L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdPremium
$4,050152217MPG

Historical Efficiency

2006
18
2005
20
2004
21
2003
21
2002
19
2001
19
2000
18

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (LS) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Lincoln LS. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Lincoln Lincoln LS grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
255
Total Deaths
196

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
16.9%
Fire Occurrence
4.3%
Speeding Involved
32.5%
DUI Involved
27.8%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

68%
Front
26%
Side
6%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes10
Fatalities
8
Deaths/Crash
0.80
2022
Fatal Crashes12
Fatalities
10
Deaths/Crash
0.83
2021
Fatal Crashes18
Fatalities
18
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2020
Fatal Crashes21
Fatalities
16
Deaths/Crash
0.76
2019
Fatal Crashes19
Fatalities
12
Deaths/Crash
0.63
2018
Fatal Crashes29
Fatalities
21
Deaths/Crash
0.72
2017
Fatal Crashes32
Fatalities
22
Deaths/Crash
0.69
2016
Fatal Crashes39
Fatalities
35
Deaths/Crash
0.90
2015
Fatal Crashes40
Fatalities
32
Deaths/Crash
0.80
2014
Fatal Crashes35
Fatalities
22
Deaths/Crash
0.63

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2005
1
2003
1
2000
1
Critical
Moderate
Advisory