1990-1997 Mercury Cougar: Overview

Updated: 11/23/08

1991 Mercury Cougar XR7
1997 Mercury Cougar
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1990-1997 Mercury Cougar 

  • Price Range:  $600 - $2,000
CG Rating

48

out of 100

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Vehicle Highlights

The Mercury Cougar got a clean-sheet redesign for 1989, and saw no major changes for 1990. As before, the new Cougars differed from the mechanically similar Ford Thunderbird primarily in their formal roofline and Mercury grille. A 140-horsepower, 3.8-liter V6 and 4-speed overdrive automatic came standard in the base LS. For the premium XR7, Mercury added a supercharged and intercooled version of the overhead-valve V6, which delivers 210 horsepower and 315 pound-feet of torque. Both engines were paired with either a 5-speed manual or optional automatic. Four-wheel antilock disc brakes came standard on the XR7, but were optional on the LS.

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Expert Ratings Summary (view detailed report)

Category Mercury Cougar XR7 4.6-liter Rating
Performance 6
Fuel Economy 3
Ride Quality 6
Steering/Handling/Braking 6
Quietness 4
Controls/Materials 6
Interior Room 6
Room/Comfort (rear) 2
Cargo Capacity 3
Value within Class 6
Total Score: 48

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