2006 Mercury Montego: Overview

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2006 Mercury Montego 

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  • MSRP: $24,430 -$28,730
  • Invoice: $22,532 -$26,402

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Pros

  • Available all-wheel drive
  • Passenger and cargo room
  • Control layout
  • Visibility

Cons

  • Automatic-transmission performance

Vehicle Highlights

A navigation system and DVD entertainment are new options for Mercury's version of the Ford Five Hundred. Montego has a 203-hp V6 engine. It comes in Luxury and Premier models, both with a choice of front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. Front-drive versions have a 6-speed automatic transmission. AWD versions have a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT). Antilock 4-wheel disc brakes are standard. Traction control is standard on Premier, a no-cost option on front-drive Luxury models. No antiskid system is available. The Safety Package option includes front torso side airbags and curtain side airbags with rollover deployment. Xenon headlamps are standard, as are a fold-flat right-front seatback and split folding rear seatbacks. Leather upholstery and power-adjustable pedals are standard on Premier, optional for Luxury. The newly optional navigation system is exclusive to Premier, while DVD entertainment is available for both models. A sunroof and rear obstacle detection are optional. Montego's performance and accommodations mirror those of comparably equipped Five Hundreds.

COMPETITION

Consumer GuideĀ® Automotive places each vehicle into one of 17 classes based on size, price, and market position. Large Cars comprise the biggest passenger sedans and wagons. Large, inside and out, they also include the only 6-passenger cars. Large Cars offer lots of metal for the money and are dominated by domestic brands.

Our Best Buys include Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, Dodge Magnum, Ford Five Hundred, Mercury Montego, and Toyota Avalon. At this time we have no Recommended picks.

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Expert Ratings Summary (view detailed report)

Category Premier Rating Large Car Average Rating
Acceleration 6 5.6
Fuel Economy 5 4.5
Ride Quality 7 6.7
Steering/Handling/Braking 6 5.9
Quietness 7 6.8
Controls 7 6.5
Details
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front) 9 7.8
Room/Comfort (rear) 8 7.1
Cargo Room 6 5.8
Value within Class 9 7.1
Total Score: 70 63.8

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