1992-2008 Mercury Grand Marquis: Year-to-Year Changes

1993 Mercury Grand Marquis: A passenger-side airbag moved from the option list to the standard-equipment roster as part of the changes to this full-size rear-drive sedan. Also added was an overdrive lock-out button on the end of the shift lever.

1994 Mercury Grand Marquis: Only minor detail changes were added to the Grand Marquis for 1994. Additional side-impact protection allowed the big Mercury to meet new 1997 federal standards.

1995 Mercury Grand Marquis: Major freshening was applied to the Mercury Grand Marquis. Noticeable styling changes were made to both the front and rear of the car. The Grand Marquis received a new grille, clear-lens reflector headlights, and a revised bumper fascia. In back, there was a new aluminum trunklid with a lower liftover and new taillights. Both models also gained color-keyed bodyside moldings. Functionally, the Grand Marquis added a battery-saver feature and the mast antenna was replaced by one mounted in the rear window. Minor revisions were also made to the interior, including new seats and a redesigned instrument panel, which now featured a woodgrain trim and a new 12-volt power outlet for accessories.

1996 Mercury Grand Marquis: Making headlines was a new composite intake manifold for the car's 4.6-liter V8, designed to reduce engine noise. In addition, the shift quality of the 4-speed automatic was improved making for smoother, less-annoying downshifts.

1997 Mercury Grand Marquis: The Grand Marquis received an upgraded power-steering system designed to improve driving feel and precision, but lost some standard and optional features.

1998 Mercury Grand Marquis: Grand Marquis got revised front and rear styling, a new suspension, larger brakes, and a standard antitheft system for '98.

1999 Mercury Grand Marquis: Standard equipment and option shuffling were the only changes after the 1998 freshening.

2000 Mercury Grand Marquis: Rear child-seat anchors were new. So was an emergency manual release for persons trapped in the trunk. A new BeltMinder chime and warning light was meant to encourage buckling up.

2001 Mercury Grand Marquis: Adjustable pedals and 20 more horsepower were the 2001 updates to the Grand Marquis.

2002 Mercury Grand Marquis: Grand Marquis added heated door mirrors, ABS, and traction control to the standard features list and treated option groups as separate models for 2002. The lineup consisted of GS, GS Convenience, LS Premium, LS Ultimate, and top-line LSE editions.

2003 Mercury Grand Marquis: A revamped frame and suspension and a performance model highlighted the changes for '03. Reviving a name from the past Mercury added the high-performance Marauader model for '03. It featured a 302-horsepower V8, sport suspension, and exclusive trim. All models got chassis and suspension improvements designed to improve ride and handling. Rack-and-pinion steering replaced recirculating-ball as well. Front side airbags were a new option.

2004 Mercury Grand Marquis: No major changes were made this year.

2005 Mercury Grand Marquis: Added midyear was a sporty LSE model that included the Handling Package, leather upholstery, and unique interior and exterior trim.

2006 Mercury Grand Marquis: For 2006, Grand Marquis got a new grille, front fascia, headlights, and updated interior trim.

2007 Mercury Grand Marquis: Grand Marquis carried over unchanged.

2008 Mercury Grand Marquis: The 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis carried forward with few changes.