Lincoln LS MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)
EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated Lincoln LS model year from 2000 to 2006 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the LS has been offered with 3.9L 8-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl engines; the most efficient version is the 2004 (up to 21 MPG combined). Every rated gas version calls for premium gasoline. Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.
Lincoln LS fuel economy by year
| Year | Combined | Engines | Median used price | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 18 MPG | 3.9L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2005 | 18–20 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl, 3.9L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2004 | 18–21 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl, 3.9L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2003 | 18–21 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl, 3.9L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2002 | 17–19 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl, 3.9L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2001 | 17–19 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl, 3.9L 8-cyl | — | — |
| 2000 | 17–18 MPG | 3.0L 6-cyl, 3.9L 8-cyl | — | — |
2006 Lincoln LS: engines & MPG
The 2006 LS was EPA-rated in 2 versions (3.9L 8-cyl), with combined economy of 18 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LS | 3.9L 8-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Premium | 16 | 23 | 18 MPG |
| LS | 3.9L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
2005 Lincoln LS: engines & MPG
The 2005 LS was EPA-rated in 4 versions (3.0L 6-cyl, 3.9L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 20 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LS | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 17 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| LS | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Premium | 17 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| LS | 3.9L 8-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Premium | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
| LS | 3.9L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
2004 Lincoln LS: engines & MPG
The 2004 LS was EPA-rated in 4 versions (3.0L 6-cyl, 3.9L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 21 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LS | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Premium | 18 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| LS | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 17 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| LS | 3.9L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 15 | 21 | 18 MPG |
| LS | 3.9L 8-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Premium | 15 | 23 | 18 MPG |
2003 Lincoln LS: engines & MPG
The 2003 LS was EPA-rated in 4 versions (3.0L 6-cyl, 3.9L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 18 to 21 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LS | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 18 | 25 | 21 MPG |
| LS | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 17 | 24 | 20 MPG |
| LS | 3.9L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG |
| LS | 3.9L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 16 | 23 | 18 MPG |
2002 Lincoln LS: engines & MPG
The 2002 LS was EPA-rated in 5 versions (3.0L 6-cyl, 3.9L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 17 to 19 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LS | 3.0L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Premium | 16 | 23 | 19 MPG |
| LS | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 16 | 23 | 19 MPG |
| LS | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Premium | 15 | 23 | 18 MPG |
| LS | 3.9L 8-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Premium | 15 | 22 | 17 MPG |
| LS | 3.9L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 15 | 22 | 17 MPG |
2001 Lincoln LS: engines & MPG
The 2001 LS was EPA-rated in 5 versions (3.0L 6-cyl, 3.9L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 17 to 19 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LS | 3.0L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Premium | 16 | 23 | 19 MPG |
| LS | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 16 | 23 | 19 MPG |
| LS | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Premium | 15 | 23 | 18 MPG |
| LS | 3.9L 8-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Premium | 15 | 22 | 17 MPG |
| LS | 3.9L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 15 | 22 | 17 MPG |
2000 Lincoln LS: engines & MPG
The 2000 LS was EPA-rated in 4 versions (3.0L 6-cyl, 3.9L 8-cyl), with combined economy from 17 to 18 MPG.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LS | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 16 | 23 | 18 MPG |
| LS | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 15 | 22 | 18 MPG |
| LS | 3.0L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Premium | 15 | 23 | 18 MPG |
| LS | 3.9L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Premium | 15 | 22 | 17 MPG |
Frequently asked questions
What MPG does a Lincoln LS get?
Depending on year and engine, EPA combined ratings for the LS range from 18 to 21 MPG. The most efficient rated version is the 2004 model year.
What engines does the 2006 Lincoln LS have?
The 2006 LS was EPA-rated with 3.9L 8-cyl engines — see the 2006 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.
Does the Lincoln LS require premium gas?
Yes — every EPA-rated gas LS version specifies premium gasoline.
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