2002 Mercury Grand Marquis Road Test - Consumer Guide Automotive

Our road test for the 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis includes a full evaluation of the 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis from the inside out. We evaluate not only engine and handling performance for the 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis, but also interior cabin and cargo space. Let our comprehensive road test ratings for the 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis help you decide if a 2002 Mercury Grand Marquis is right for you.

2002 Mercury Grand Marquis Road Test

Pros	Cons

Passenger and cargo room	Fuel economy

Consumer Guide® Road Test Ratings

Acceleration

LS Ultimate	Class Average
6	5.6

Crown Vic and Grand Marquis deliver smooth, strong V8 acceleration and good passing power. Automatic transmission generally silky, responsive.

Fuel Economy

LS Ultimate	Class Average
4	4.6

OK, all things considered. We've averaged 14.7 mpg on regular gas with recent test cars.

Ride Quality

LS Ultimate	Class Average
7	6.7

Soft and absorbent on all models; LSE has a bit less queasy float over undulations.

Steering/Handling/Braking

LS Ultimate	Class Average
5	5.3

Handling not exactly sloppy, but steering effort too light for us, and even LSE is far less agile than trimmer front-drive rivals. Newly standard ABS helps 4-wheel disc brakes give short, controlled stops despite hefty size and weight.

Quietness

LS Ultimate	Class Average
6	6.1

Good isolation from wind, road, and mechanical noise.

Controls

LS Ultimate	Class Average
4	5.3

Climate controls are a reach for some, and LS Ultimate's electronic instruments are less readable than other models' analog gauges. Conservative interior decor is pleasant rather than elegant.

Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front)

LS Ultimate	Class Average
7	6.9

Good old big-car feel, with adult-size room and easy access. Relatively flat bench seat lets occupants slide around some during fast turns, especially with leather upholstery.

Room/Comfort (rear)

LS Ultimate	Class Average
6	5.9

Spacious, but too soft for long-distance comfort. Center tunnel intrudes on foot and leg room.

Cargo Room

LS Ultimate	Class Average
6	5.8

Ample luggage space is concentrated in a deep center well, so some bulky items are a tough fit.

Value within Class

LS Ultimate	Class Average
5	6.9

We favor more modern front-wheel-drive rivals like Buick LeSabre and Dodge Intrepid, but traditionalists won't be disappointed with the reasonably priced Crown Victoria and Grand Marquis.

Total Score