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2008 Mercury Mariner

Blue Book® Suggested Retail Value

$11,650 - $13,268

Fuel Economy (city/hwy)

17 - 20 / 22 - 26 mpg

What's New

The 2008 Mercury Mariner is available in two trim levels: the Mariner and up-level Mariner Premier. The interior has a number of updates including with new seats, door trim panels, A- and B-pillar trims, center console, new floor-mounted shifter, Satin Pewter finishes and chrome accents to give the 2008 Mariner an upscale look. The Mariner is the first vehicle to debut the “top of dash” display, Ice Blue Lighting and dials and buttons that “poke-through” the center console. The center console is large enough to hold a laptop computer and has three levels of storage space. The chassis is upgraded the new Electric Power Steering (EPS) system that helps improve fuel economy. Safety equipment includes standard side-curtain airbags with AdvanceTrac with the roll stability control system. Under the hood is a four-speed automatic paired with the standard 2.3-liter 153-horsepower four cylinder or an optional 3.0-liter 200-horsepower V6 produces 193 lb-ft of torque.

Quick Facts

Engine: 153 - 200 horsepower
Seating: 5 passengers
Driving Range: 281 - 429 miles

Drive: Four-Wheel Drive; Front-Wheel Drive
Cargo Capacity: 29.2 - 29.3 cu. ft.

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Overall Rating

9.5

Styling9.6
Performance8.9
Interior9.6
Quality9.4
Recommendation9.6

Owner

Overall Rating9.9
Styling9.0
Performance10
Interior10
Quality10
Recommendation10

I LOVE this car! by Lisa, Kentucky on 07/29/2011. Trim: 2008 Mercury Mariner I4 4X2, Owned less than 1 year.

Pros: I LOVE this car! This is definately one of the best choices I've made. The Mariner is so fun to drive and handles like a car, which makes it easy to drive in town and to park in tight spaces. I have the Moon and Tune package, along with the cargo package and it's a great deal! I love the 6-CD changer and the moonroof is great. I also really like the privacy glass. Gas mileage has been great and I've been averaging around 25 MPG. The cargo area is pretty large and is just what I needed. There is plenty of leg room, even for my son who's 6'3". If you are looking for a nice, easy and fun to drive SUV... here it is!

Cons: I do wish the glove box was bigger as it's difficult to get the car's manuals inside. I also am not a huge fan of the silver plastic trim pieces; they can scratch easily. But these are very minor things and definately did not dissuade me from buying the Mariner.

Overall review: Excellent car for the money. This is the second Mercury I've had and they are definately well-built American cars. The ride is so smooth and comfortable, the sound system is great, and there is very little road noise. Definately a win!

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