DecodedCars2006 Lincoln Town Car
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2006 models.
- Class
- Large Cars
- Body styles
- 4dr Sedan RWD /Signature L, 4dr Sedan RWD /Signature Limited
- Engines
- 4.6L 8-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline, FFV
- MPG (best)
- 18 combined · 15 city / 23 hwy
- Length
- 215.4–221.3 in
- Curb weight
- 4,345–4,418 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 2 campaigns
Overview
The 2006 Lincoln Town Car is a large car offered with a 4.6L 8-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive.
It measures about 221 inches long and 78 inches wide on a 124-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,418 lb (4dr Sedan RWD /Signature L).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 18 MPG combined (15 city / 23 highway), 1% better than the 2006 large car average of 17.9 MPG, for an estimated $3,700 a year in fuel.
It has 2 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 52 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the air bags.
What changed for 2006
- New body dimensions: 5.9 in longer, wheelbase +5.9 in — most likely a redesign or new generation
Compared with 2005; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2005 Town Car →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Sedan RWD /Signature L | 221.3 in | 78.3 in | 59.1 in | 123.6 in | 63.4 / 65.4 in | 4,418 lb | 54/46 |
| 4dr Sedan RWD /Signature Limited | 215.4 in | 78.3 in | 59.1 in | 117.7 in | 63.4 / 65.4 in | 4,345 lb | 54/46 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Town Car | 4.6L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 23 / 18 | +1% | $3,700 | 494 |
| Town Car FFV | 4.6L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 23 / 18 | +1% | $3,700 | 494 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2006 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2006 Lincoln Town Car under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2006 large cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 Lincoln Town Car (this car) | 18 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2006 Cadillac Funeral Coach/Hearse | 14 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2006 Cadillac Limousine | 14 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2006 Jaguar Super V8 | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2006 Jaguar Vdp | 19 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2006 Cadillac Armored DTS | 14 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (2)
Steering › Rack And Pinion › Pinion Shaft · Nov 5, 2014
NHTSA campaign 14V704000 · 36,888 vehicles
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 Ford Crown Victoria, 2005-2011 Mercury Grand Marquis vehicles manufactured March 23, 2004, to August 30, 2011, and 2005-2011 Lincoln Town Car vehicles manufactured March 8, 2004, to August 30, 2011, and on which the upper intermediate shaft was serviced during the course of safety recall 13V-385. The prior repairs may not have been correctly performed.
- Risk
- Improper servicing of the upper intermediate shaft could cause the shaft to separate, which can then result in a loss of steering control, and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Ford will notify the owners of vehicles whose repair records reflect that the upper intermediate steering shaft was repaired during the course of the prior recall 13V-385. Dealers will inspect and replace the upper immediate shaft if necessary free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14S25.
Steering · Aug 29, 2013
NHTSA campaign 13V385000 · 355,000 vehicles
- Problem
- Ford is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 Ford Crown Victoria (including Crown Victoria Police Interceptors), Mercury Grand Marquis, and Lincoln Town Car vehicles. The affected vehicles are currently registered or were originally sold in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. Severe corrosion can seize the lower intermediate shaft which may cause the upper intermediate shaft to collapse and the steering column lower bearing to separate.
- Risk
- If the lower bearing separates, the vehicle may experience a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Ford will notify owners and dealers will replace the lower intermediate shaft, free of charge. The upper intermediate shaft and steering column lower bearing will be inspected to identify any damage that may have occurred as a result of lower intermediate shaft corrosion, and repaired or replaced as necessary. If the steering column lower bearing has separated, a retainer clip will be installed. The recall began on October 23, 2013. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's recall number is 13S08.
Not every 2006 Lincoln Town Car is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2006 Lincoln Town Car buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Air Bags — 26 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Seat Belts — 12 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Steering — 6 owner reports. Turn lock-to-lock while parked and on the road; listen for noises and feel for heavy or loose steering.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 90,800 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2006 Lincoln Town Car. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Town Car years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Town Car | 19 | – | Not rated | 3 | 4 |
| 2010 Town Car | 19 | – | Not rated | 3 | 9 |
| 2009 Town Car | 19 | – | Not rated | 3 | 1 |
| 2008 Town Car | 18 | – | Not rated | 3 | 10 |
| 2007 Town Car | 18 | 221.3 in | Not rated | 2 | 35 |
| 2005 Town Car | 19 | 215.4 in | Not rated | 2 | 43 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Lincoln. How we calculate this →