1999 Mercury Villager Review (continued)
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Summary

The Villager is a leaner alternative to the longer-wheelbase minivans and that makes it an appealing choice. It's more compact than the mass-market minivans, so it's easier to park, yet it offers all the flexibility of bigger minivans and nearly as much room.

Villager offers clean styling, a commanding view of the road, and a clever interior design with optional captain's chairs. All of this makes it a great alternative to the Dodge Caravan. Though prices roll up quickly when you add all the goodies, the Villager's driving characteristics and flexibility make it a good value.

(Source: New Cars Test Drive)

Model Line Overview

Model Lineup:
Engines:	3.3-liter sohc 12v V6
Transmissions:	4-speed automatic
Saftey Equipment (standard):	Dual airbags
Saftey Equipment (optional):
Basic Warranty:	3 years/36,000 miles
Assembled In:	Avon Lake, Ohio

Specifications As Tested

Model Tested (MSRP):	Sport
Standard Equipment:	Air conditioning, dual sliding doors, power windows, mirrors and locks cruise control
Options As Tested (MSRP):	AM/FM cassette with 6-disc CD changer, Homelink system, electronic voice note recorder, leather seating surfaces, memory seats and mirrors, power driver and passenger seats, remote keyless entry, auxiliary air conditioning with rear controls, anti-theft system
Destination Charge:
Gas Guzzler Tax:
Price As Tested (MSRP):	29580
Layout:	Front-wheel drive
Horsepower (hp @ rpm):	170 @ 4800
Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):	200 @ 2800
Transmission:	4-speed automatic
EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:	17/24
Wheelbase:	112.2
Length/width/height:	194.7/74.9/70.1
Track, f/r:	63.4/63.4
Turning circle:
Seating capacity:	7
Head/hip/leg room, f:	39.7/62.3/39.9
Head/hip/leg room, m:	39.9/64.6/36.4
Head/hip/leg room, r:	38.0/62.4/36.3
Cargo volume:	135.6
Payload:
Towing capacity:	3500
Suspension, f:	Independent
Suspension, r:	Solid axle
Ground clearance:
Curb weight:	3842
Tires:	P225/60R16
Brakes, f/r:	disc/drum
Fuel capacity:	20.0