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Summary
The 2005 Mercury Mariner fills a minor gap in Mercury's lineup, and it does so competently, if not with stellar success. It's as if somebody decided something needed to be done and right now, so how do we go about it? For now, the solid Ford Escape with Mercury styling will have to do. That said, the Mercury Mariner is a good choice among compact SUVs.New Car Test Drive correspondent Tom Lankard filed this report from San Jose, California.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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Mercury Mariner Convenience FWD ($21,405); Convenience 4WD ($23,155); Luxury FWD ($22,995); Luxury 4WD ($24,745); Premier FWD ($24,745); Premier 4WD ($26,495) |
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Engines:
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3.0-liter double overhead cam 24-valve V6 |
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Transmissions:
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4-speed automatic |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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dual two-stage frontal airbags; antilock brakes (ABS) with Brake Assist; LATCH |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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seat-mounted side-impact airbags and side curtain airbags; reverse sensing system |
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Basic Warranty:
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3 years/36,000 miles |
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Assembled In:
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Avon Lake, Ohio |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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Mercury Mariner Premier 4WD ($26,495) |
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Standard Equipment:
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air conditioning; power windows, mirrors, central locking and front seats; cruise control; AM/FM seven-speaker stereo with 6-disc CD changer and subwoofer; leather-wrapped tilt steering wheel; heated driver's seat and outside mirrors; Preferred Suede seat trim; automatic headlamps; electrochromic inside mirror; message center with compass display; keyless entry with driver-side keypad |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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seat-mounted side-impact airbags and curtain airbags ($595); reverse sensing system ($255); side step bars ($325); power moonroof with roof rack and cross bars ($895); rear cargo convenience package ($135); Class II trailer tow package ($350) |
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Destination Charge:
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590 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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29640 |
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Layout:
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all-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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200 @ 6000 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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193 @ 4850 |
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Transmission:
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4-speed automatic |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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18/23 |
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Wheelbase:
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103.1 |
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Length/width/height:
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174.3/70.1/67.9 |
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Track, f/r:
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61/60.4 |
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Turning circle:
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35.4 |
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Seating capacity:
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5 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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40.4/53.4/41.6 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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39.2/49.1/35.6 |
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Cargo volume:
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66.3 |
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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3500 |
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Suspension, f:
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independent, MacPherson strut, coil springs, stabilizer bar |
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Suspension, r:
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independent, multi-link, coil springs |
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Ground clearance:
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8.4 |
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Curb weight:
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3520 |
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Tires:
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P235/70R16 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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disc/disc with ABS and Brake Assist |
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Fuel capacity:
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16.5 |
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| 2005 Mercury Mariner consumer reviews: | | | | overall rating |  | | value | | | comfort | | | reliability | |
| | It is a great small SUV. I love most everything about this vehicle. Drives and handles very well, Mercury did a great job on this suv. | | posted by Putrick on Aug 13 2006 | | |
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| | The 4 cyl is a good choice for young drivers. A great value for the money and also looks great. I love the looks, projection headlights, side and canopy airbags. | | posted by Raven on Nov 21 2006 | | |
| overall rating | | | value | | | comfort | | | reliability | |
| | Styling is by far the nicest of all of the SUV's on the road. Interior is well laid out, and has plenty of room for tall individuals. The base CD system is very nice. Recommended! | | posted by Marsh on Dec 26 2006 | | |
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| | My wife drives it more and she truly loves it. She says it is fun to drive and handles very well. No complaints here at all, very, very satisfied so far. | | posted by Bob on Oct 28 2007 | | |
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