1996-1999 Mercury Sable: Overview
Updated: 11/23/08
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Pros
- Optional antilock brakes
- Steering/handling
- Acceleration (LS)
- Passenger and cargo room
Cons
- Rear visibility
- Automatic-transmission performance (GS)
Vehicle Highlights
Fully redesigned like its Ford Taurus sibling, Mercury's midsize sedan and wagon featured more-rounded contours, greater interior space, plus a new V6 engine with dual-overhead camshafts. Wheelbase grew by 2.5 inches (to 108.5), and the car measured nearly 6 inches longer. Sedans may have seating for five or six. Station wagons came with similar seating choices, holding five to eight--the latter when a 2-place, rear-facing third seat is installed. GS Sables held a 145-horsepower, 3.0-liter overhead-valve V6 engine. The LS carried a 200-horsepower, dual-overhead-cam 3.0 V6. Both engines drove a 4-speed automatic. Dual airbags were standard; antilock brakes optional on all models.
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Expert Ratings Summary (view detailed report)
| Category | Mercury Sable LS Rating | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | 4 | |
| Fuel Economy | 5 | |
| Ride Quality | 5 | |
| Steering/Handling/Braking | 4 | |
| Quietness | 5 | |
| Controls/Materials | 5 | |
| Interior Room | 5 | |
| Room/Comfort (rear) | 4 | |
| Cargo Capacity | 4 | |
| Value within Class | 5 | |
| Total Score: | 46 |
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