1991 Lincoln Town Car
US · Large Cars
The 1991 Lincoln Town Car is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- 4.6L 8-cylinder (FFS)
- Transmission
- 4-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4.6L 8-cylinder (FFS) | |
| Displacement | 4.6 L | |
| Cylinders | 8 | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| Gears | 4 | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
1 configuration listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 7, 2026.
98V322000: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN 1996-1999 FORD CROWN VICTORIA POLICE, FLEET, NATURAL GAS, AND 1996-1999 LINCOLN TOWN CAR LIMOUSINE VEHICLES THAT WERE PRODUCED WITH A LOWER CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT CONTAINING A ONE PIECE BEARING; AND 1990-1996 FORD CROWN VICTORIA POLICE, FLEET, AND NGV VEHICLES AND 1990-1996 LINCOLN TOWN CAR LIMOUSINE VEHICLES THAT HAVE BEEN SERVICED WITH EITHER A BALL JOINT…
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LOWER CONTROL ARM BALL JOINTS (2).
Reported December 16, 1998. View on NHTSA
95V151000: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
THE SECONDARY HOOD LATCH MAY NOT ENGAGE WHEN THE HOOD IS CLOSED.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HOOD LATCH ASSEMBLY.
Reported August 7, 1995. View on NHTSA
95V091000: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
CORROSION OF THE HOOD LATCH STRIKER PLATE CAUSES DETACHMENT OF THE PLATE FROM THE HOOD ASSEMBLY RESULTING IN AN UNEXPECTED OPENING OF THE HOOD WHILE THE VEHICLE IS BEING DRIVEN.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW HOOD INNER PANEL REINFORCEMENT AND A NEW, GALVANIZED HOOD LATCH STRIKER PLATE.
Reported May 16, 1995. View on NHTSA
91V147000: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
THE SECONDARY HOOD LATCH MAY NOT ENGAGE WHEN THE HOOD IS CLOSED.
Remedy: INSTALL A NEW HOOD LATCHING ASSEMBLY.
Reported September 10, 1991. View on NHTSA
91V008000: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY
DISTORTED FUEL LINES IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT MAY CONTACT THE STEERING COLUMN UNIVERSAL JOINT AND CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE FUEL LINE.
Remedy: REPOSITION FUEL LINE TO PREVENT CONTACT WITH UNIVERSAL JOINT; IF FUEL LINES ARE ALREADY DAMAGED, REPAIR OR REPLACE FUEL LINES.
Reported January 8, 1991. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 21, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 21, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: October 21, 2026
Data verified: October 21, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
Related vehicles
- 1990 Lincoln Town Car
Gasoline
5.0L 8-cylinder ((FFS)) · RWD
18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) - 1992 Lincoln Town Car
Gasoline
4.6L 8-cylinder ((FFS)) · RWD
20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 1991 Lincoln Town Car have?
4.6L 8-cylinder ((FFS)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 1991 Lincoln Town Car?
Combined fuel economy is 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 1991 Lincoln Town Car front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: RWD.
Are there recalls for the 1991 Lincoln Town Car?
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 7, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.