How good is Mercury Mariner?
The Mariner has a roomy interior and great visibility out of the large windows. Handling is relatively nimble. The 3.0-liter, 200-hp V6 serves up adequate acceleration, but fuel economy is disappointing at just 18 mpg overall.
What’s the new look for the Mercury Mariner?
What’s New For 2008. The 2008 Mercury Mariner receives an all-new look including new front and rear fascias, headlamps, taillamps and Mercury’s signature waterfall grille. On the inside, the Mariner has new seats, center console, door trim panels and Ice Blue lighting for the instrument panel.
Is the 2008 Mercury Mariner a good car?
If you’re in the market for a small SUV and would like the option of a V6 engine or hybrid powertrain, and with more refined styling than the Ford Escape, the 2008 Mercury Mariner would be worth a look.
What’s the difference between a Ford Escape and a Mercury Mariner?
Compared to the somewhat rugged look of the Ford Escape, the Mercury Mariner, which was redesigned for 2008 with new sheetmetal and a fresh interior, offers more of an upscale, urban appeal. Although the two vehicles are mechanically identical, the 2008 Mariner’s exterior clearly sets it apart from the Escape in both looks and image.
What kind of engine does a Mercury Mariner have?
The five-seat Mariner comes in base and Premier trim levels (see a side-by-side comparison with the 2007 model). Base models have a four-cylinder or a V-6, while Premier versions employ only the V-6. An automatic transmission and front-wheel drive are standard across the line; all-wheel drive is optional. I drove an all-wheel-drive Mariner Premier.
Are there any problems with the Mercury Mariner?
The 2008 Mercury Mariner has 534 problems & defects reported by Mariner owners. The worst complaints are steering, transmission, and accessories – interior problems.
What are the ratings of a 2008 Mercury Mariner?
Compare to Similar Vehicles Used 2008 Mercury Mariner Used 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara Consumer Rating 4.4 4.3 Fuel Economy City 20/Hwy 26/Comb 22 MPG City 19/Hwy 26/Comb 22 MPG Safety Rating N/A N/A Seating Capacity 5 5
On our test drive the V6 engine in the 2008 Mercury Mariner provided decent torque for getting on the freeway and the electric power steering had good feedback.
Compared to the somewhat rugged look of the Ford Escape, the Mercury Mariner, which was redesigned for 2008 with new sheetmetal and a fresh interior, offers more of an upscale, urban appeal. Although the two vehicles are mechanically identical, the 2008 Mariner’s exterior clearly sets it apart from the Escape in both looks and image.