2001 Mercury Mountaineer: Road Test
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- MSRP: $27,655 -$30,120
- Invoice: $24,369 -$27,563
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Our road test for the 2001 Mercury Mountaineer includes a full evaluation of the 2001 Mercury Mountaineer from the inside out. We evaluate not only engine and handling performance for the 2001 Mercury Mountaineer, but also interior cabin and cargo space. Let our comprehensive road test ratings for the 2001 Mercury Mountaineer help you decide if a 2001 Mercury Mountaineer is right for you.
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ACCELERATION
| 4WD, V6 | AWD, V8 | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | 5 | 4.6 |
V6 provides good off-the-line power and fine around-town response, feeling overtaxed only in highway passing or on mountain upgrades. V8 a bit stronger, but also thirstier and gruffer.
FUEL ECONOMY
| 4WD, V6 | AWD, V8 | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | 2 | 3.7 |
Expect to average around 15-16 mpg with the V6, versus the abysmal 12.4 mpg we got with test AWD V8 model.
RIDE QUALITY
| 4WD, V6 | AWD, V8 | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | 3 | 3.8 |
Ride quality is not as smooth as many competitors--including 2002 replacement. However, Mountaineer models tend to have more bump absorption than Explorer counterparts.
STEERING/HANDLING/BRAKING
| 4WD, V6 | AWD, V8 | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | 3 | 3.7 |
All 2001 Explorers and Mountaineers handle with reasonable balance and confidence.
QUIETNESS
| 4WD, V6 | AWD, V8 | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | 3 | 3.7 |
Not car-quiet, but not excessively loud for a truck-based wagon, though tire and wind noise rise markedly with speed.
CONTROLS
| 4WD, V6 | AWD, V8 | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 7 | 7 | 5.8 |
Straightforward and logical, but a mild stretch to climate controls. Power window switches are illuminated.
ROOM/COMFORT/DRIVER SEATING (FRONT)
| 4WD, V6 | AWD, V8 | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 6 | 6 | 5.9 |
Step-in height is slightly taller than SUV norm, but there's plenty of room and a comfortable driving position. Materials range from serviceable to leather-fancy; all are solid.
ROOM/COMFORT (REAR)
| 4WD, V6 | AWD, V8 | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | 4 | 4.4 |
Ample space for four adults, and three can squeeze in back.
CARGO ROOM
| 4WD, V6 | AWD, V8 | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 8 | 8 | 7.5 |
Good in-cabin storage, ample cargo room, separate-opening liftglass, and undercarriage spare-tire storage. Split rear seatback folds in single motion without removing headrests.
VALUE WITHIN CLASS
| 4WD, V6 | AWD, V8 | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | 4 | 4.2 |
Left over 2001 Mountaineer 4-drs will be a hard sell against redesigned 2002 version, so demand deep discounts. Its probably best to put you money on the '02 models.
Total Score
| 4WD, V6 | AWD, V8 | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 48 | 45 | 47.3 |
Total Score: 47
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