These are standard specifications for the 2003 Mercury Sable, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
4 Automatic
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
For additional safety information and testing procedures, please visit the NHTSA website.
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Front Wheel |
| Production Years for Series : | 2000 - 2005 |
| Price : | MSRP: $20,280-23,820 |
| Weight : | 3505 lbs | 1589.841 kg |
Engine & Transmission
| V 6 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 3000 cc | 183.1 cu in. | 3.0 L. |
| Power : | 155 HP (114.08 KW) @ 4900 RPM |
| Torque : | 185 Ft-Lbs (251 NM) @ 3900 RPM |
4 Automatic
Dimension(s)
| Cargo Volume : | 81 cu. ft. |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 197.9 in | 5027 mm. |
| Width : | 73.1 in | 1857 mm. |
| Height : | 57.9 in | 1471 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 108.6 in | 2758 mm. |
Handling
Safety
| NHTSA Crash-Test Results | |
|---|---|
| 2003 Mercury Sable 4-DR. Wagon | |
| Frontal driver : |  |
| Frontal passenger : | |
| Side driver : | Not Tested |
| Side rear passenger : | Not Tested |
| Rollover 2 Wheel Drive : |  |
| 2003 Mercury Sable 4-DR. | |
| Frontal driver : | |
| Frontal passenger : | |
| Side driver : |  |
| Side rear passenger : | |
| Rollover 2 Wheel Drive : | |
| 2003 Mercury Sable 4-DR. w/SAB | |
| Frontal driver : | |
| Frontal passenger : | |
| Side driver : | |
| Side rear passenger : | |
| Rollover 2 Wheel Drive : | |
Recall
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
| Mfr Report Date | 19990503 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 04V106000 |
| Summary | CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES ARE BEING RECALLED TO CORRECT A PROBLEM WITH A MALFUNCTIONING STOP LAMP SWITCH AND/OR ASSOCIATED WIRING. THIS MALFUNCTIONING COULD RENDER THE STOP LAMPS INOPERABLE OR CAUSE THEM TO STAY ON ALL THE TIME. THIS COULD CAUSE CONFUSION TO A FOLLOWING DRIVER, WHICH COULD LEAD TO A CRASH. |
| Consequence | IN ADDITION, IF THE SWITCH AND/OR ASSOCIATED WIRING FAIL IN THE OPEN POSITION, THE BRAKE LIGHTS WILL NOT ACTUATE AND THE DRIVER WILL NOT BE ABLE TO SHIFT THE VEHICLE OUT OF 'PARK' IF THEY FAIL IN THE CLOSED POSITION, THE BRAKE LIGHTS WILL REMAIN ON, WHICH WILL NOT ALLOW THE SPEED CONTROL TO BE ACTIVATED. THIS COULD ALSO CAUSE THE BATTERY TO DISCHARGE. |
| Remedy | DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE STOP LAMP SWITCH AND ASSOCIATED WIRING ASSEMBLY AND INSTALL A NEWLY DESIGNED STOP LAMP SWITCH AND WIRE ASSEMBLY. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON APRIL 5, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673. |
| Notes | FORD RECALL NO. 04S12.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236). |
| Component | VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
| Mfr Report Date | 20011029 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 03V087000 |
| Summary | CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 212, 'WINDSHIELD MOUNTING.' THE WINDSHIELDS MAY POTENTIALLY EXHIBIT INCREASED WIND NOISE, WATER LEAKAGE, AND SQUEAKS AND RATTLES. |
| Consequence | POTENTIAL LOSS OF WINDSHIELD RETENTION MAY ALSO REDUCE OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH. |
| Remedy | DEALERS WILL REPLACE THESE WINDSHIELDS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON MARCH 31, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT FORD/MERCURY AT 1-800-392-3673. |
| Notes | FORD RECALL NO.03C03. CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236). |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
| Mfr Report Date | 20020416 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 04V105000 |
| Summary | ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, THE AIR FILTER PAPER IN THESE VEHICLES CAN SMOLDER OR BURN. |
| Consequence | THIS CAN LEAD TO DAMAGE TO THE AIR INDUCTION SYSTEM ON THESE VEHICLES AND/OR AN UNDERHOOD FIRE. |
| Remedy | DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AIR FILTER ELEMENT. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON MARCH 10, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673. |
| Notes | FORD RECALL NO. 04S11.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236). |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Robert Bosch LLC |
| Mfr Report Date | 20141001 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 16E026000 |
| Summary | Bosch Brake Components LLC (Bosch) is recalling certain aftermarket replacement front brake pads, models Bosch QuietCast BC598 and BP765, Bosch Blue BE598 and BE598H, Prostop PD598 and PD765M, Duralast Gold DG598, Duralast MKD598, Stop Master ST598, UltraStop ULT598, UltraLife MX598 and MX765, BrakeBest MKD765, and Prostop Platinum PGD598. These brake pads, manufactured October 1, 2014, to October 31, 2015 are intended for use on 2001-2007 Ford Taurus, 2001-2005 Mercury Sable, 1995-1999 Ford Taurus SHO, 1995-2002 Lincoln Continental, and 1993-1998 Lincoln Mark VIII vehicles. The brake pad shim may shift out of position causing the shim to contact the brake disc resulting in damage to the disc. |
| Consequence | A damaged or broken brake disc may reduce a vehicle's braking power, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | Bosch will instruct the owners how to have the affected brake pads replaced, free of charge. The recall began on May 26, 2016. Owners may contact Bosch customer service at 1-888-715-3616. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
Data updated January 2023
2003 Averages
| Avg. Household Income : | $45,016 |
| Avg. Home : | $246,300 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $1.83 |
2003 Mercury Sable FAQs (show)
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 2003 Mercury Sable?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2003 Mercury Sable? A: The 2003 Mercury Sable has a wheelbase size of 108.60 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2003 Mercury Sable? A: The 2003 Mercury Sable has a length of 197.90 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2003 Mercury Sable? A: The 2003 Mercury Sable has a width of 73.10 inches.Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2003 Mercury Sable? A: The 2003 Mercury Sable was a .Q: How much did the 2003 Mercury Sable cost when new? What was the MSRP? A: The 2003 Mercury Sable had an MSRP of $20,280 - $$23,820 (USD).Q: What engine did the 2003 Mercury Sable have? A: The engine powering the 2003 Mercury Sable was a V 6 (3000 cc | 183.1 cu in. | 3.0 L.) with 155 HP (114.08 KW) @ 4900 RPM and 185 Ft-Lbs (251 NM) @ 3900 RPM. Q: What transmission did the 2003 Mercury Sable have? A: The 2003 Mercury Sable had a 4 speed Automatic gearbox.
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 2003 Mercury Sable?
How many 2003 Mercury Sable were produced?
How powerful was the 2003 Mercury Sable? Was the 2003 Mercury Sable popular? Was the 2003 Mercury Sable expensive? What was the fuel economy of the 2003 Mercury Sable?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2003 Mercury Sable? A: The 2003 Mercury Sable has a wheelbase size of 108.60 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2003 Mercury Sable? A: The 2003 Mercury Sable has a length of 197.90 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2003 Mercury Sable? A: The 2003 Mercury Sable has a width of 73.10 inches.Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2003 Mercury Sable? A: The 2003 Mercury Sable was a .Q: How much did the 2003 Mercury Sable cost when new? What was the MSRP? A: The 2003 Mercury Sable had an MSRP of $20,280 - $$23,820 (USD).Q: What engine did the 2003 Mercury Sable have? A: The engine powering the 2003 Mercury Sable was a V 6 (3000 cc | 183.1 cu in. | 3.0 L.) with 155 HP (114.08 KW) @ 4900 RPM and 185 Ft-Lbs (251 NM) @ 3900 RPM. Q: What transmission did the 2003 Mercury Sable have? A: The 2003 Mercury Sable had a 4 speed Automatic gearbox. 
