2000 Mercury Mystique: Road Test
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2000 Mercury Mystique
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- MSRP: $16,240 -$17,540
- Invoice: $14,798 -$15,955
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Our road test for the 2000 Mercury Mystique includes a full evaluation of the 2000 Mercury Mystique from the inside out. We evaluate not only engine and handling performance for the 2000 Mercury Mystique, but also interior cabin and cargo space. Let our comprehensive road test ratings for the 2000 Mercury Mystique help you decide if a 2000 Mercury Mystique is right for you.
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ACCELERATION
| GS, I4 auto. | LS, V6 auto. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | 4 | 3.7 |
The best powertrain is the V6/automatic, which is smooth and quite peppy. The automatic works about as well with the 4-cylinder, but that engine is noisier and has trouble mustering power to conquer hills, though it's more than adequate with manual shift.
FUEL ECONOMY
| GS, I4 auto. | LS, V6 auto. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | 5 | 6.6 |
Fuel economy with the V-6/automatic was a disappointing 19.9 mpg, though most of our 500 miles came in stop-and-go traffic.
RIDE QUALITY
| GS, I4 auto. | LS, V6 auto. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | 3 | 3.5 |
Ride quality is Euro firm with plenty of road feel and only modest bump absorption.
STEERING/HANDLING/BRAKING
| GS, I4 auto. | LS, V6 auto. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 6 | 6 | 4.3 |
The Mystique is competent and fun on twisty 2-lane roads, more like European sports sedans than American family compacts. Braking power and feel are good with the optional ABS; standard 4-wheel discs are an LS plus.
QUIETNESS
| GS, I4 auto. | LS, V6 auto. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | 4 | 3.6 |
Road noise is prominent on all models but wind noise is low.
CONTROLS
| GS, I4 auto. | LS, V6 auto. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | 4 | 5.5 |
The dashboard looks a bit busy, but is easy enough to sort out.
ROOM/COMFORT/DRIVER SEATING (FRONT)
| GS, I4 auto. | LS, V6 auto. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | 4 | 4.2 |
Front seat leg and head room are good, but the seats are narrow and confining for larger adults.
ROOM/COMFORT (REAR)
| GS, I4 auto. | LS, V6 auto. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | 3 | 2.8 |
Back-seaters had better be no taller than about 5-foot-10, and they'll find leg room scarce with the front seats pushed more than halfway back.
CARGO ROOM
| GS, I4 auto. | LS, V6 auto. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | 3 | 3.3 |
Though the trunk opening is small, cargo room is good, thanks to a flat floor that goes well forward; a standard 60/40 split-fold rear seatback allows carrying long items.
VALUE WITHIN CLASS
| GS, I4 auto. | LS, V6 auto. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | 4 | 4.2 |
Aside from the limited rear seat space, Mystique is well designed and has competent performance. Because it's so similar to the Contour, shop Ford and Mercury dealers for the best price, though Mystique sells far less well than Contour, itself no star, and may be discounted more heavily.
Total Score
| GS, I4 auto. | LS, V6 auto. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 39 | 40 | 41.7 |
Total Score: 40
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