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2007 Mercury Mountaineer Full Review
Date Published: 4/15/08
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2007 Mercury Mountaineer Review
A pared-down model lineup and an optional heated windshield are 2007 news for Mercury's midsize SUV. Mountaineer is a retrimmed Ford Explorer. Base and Premier models are offered; entry-level Convenience and midline Luxury models are dropped for '07. Base and Premier are available with a 210-hp V6; a 292-hp V8 is available on Premier only. The V6 teams with a 5-speed automatic transmission; the V8 has a 6-speed automatic. All Mountaineers are available with rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive that includes low-range gearing. ABS is standard. So is Ford's AdvanceTrac antiskid system with rollover sensors. A split folding 3rd-row seat for seven-passenger capacity is standard on Premier, optional on Base. A power-folding feature is included on Premier and optional on Base. The 2nd row has a 60/40 split bench with available reclining seatbacks. Front side airbags are standard on all models. For '07, curtain side airbags with rollover deployment are also standard on all models; these cover the 1st and 2nd seat rows. Other available features include 2nd-row bucket seats, DVD entertainment, power-adjustable pedals, power-deployable running boards, rear obstacle detection, and a navigation system. Mountaineer's performance and accommodations mirror those of similarly equipped Explorers.
Competition
Consumer Guide® Automotive places each vehicle into one of 18 classes based on size, price, and market position. Larger than Compact SUVs, Midsize SUVs offer a mix of car- and truck-type construction, V6 and V8 power, and up to eight-passenger seating. This class also includes crossover vehicles.
Our Best Buy choice is the Honda Pilot. Our Recommended picks are the Ford Explorer, Ford Freestyle, Mazda CX-7, Nissan Murano, and Toyota Highlander.
New or significantly redesigned models include the Dodge Nitro, Ford Edge, GMC Acadia, Hyundai Santa Fe, Mazda CX-7, Mazda CX-9, Saturn Outlook, Suzuki XL-7, and Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Our Best Buy choice is the Honda Pilot. Our Recommended picks are the Ford Explorer, Ford Freestyle, Mazda CX-7, Nissan Murano, and Toyota Highlander.
New or significantly redesigned models include the Dodge Nitro, Ford Edge, GMC Acadia, Hyundai Santa Fe, Mazda CX-7, Mazda CX-9, Saturn Outlook, Suzuki XL-7, and Toyota FJ Cruiser.
News
Mountaineer should see only minimal change for the next couple years. Ford Motor dismisses rumors of this SUV being axed after model-year 2008 or '09. That may be a smokescreen, though. The company is now desperate to save money, and both Mountaineer and Ford Explorer have lately suffered big sales losses, meaning they could be expendable unless demand turns up soon. Then too, insiders see no new Mercurys of any kind through decade's end, leading some to think that Ford might still kill the brand despite repeated denials. Stay tuned.
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2007 Mercury Mountaineer Road Test
| Pros | Cons |
| Passenger and cargo room | Fuel economy |
Consumer Guide® Road Test Ratings
Acceleration
No opportunity to test a V6 Mountaineer. V8 versions provide ample power, and their 6-speed automatic changes gears smoothly, delivers quick part-throttle downshifts for fine around-town response; some testers say full-throttle downshifts take too long, however. Maximum towing capacity is 7130 lb.
| AWD Premier V8 w/nav. sys. | Class Average |
| 6 | 5.2 |
No opportunity to test a V6 Mountaineer. V8 versions provide ample power, and their 6-speed automatic changes gears smoothly, delivers quick part-throttle downshifts for fine around-town response; some testers say full-throttle downshifts take too long, however. Maximum towing capacity is 7130 lb.
Fuel Economy
Test Explorer 4WD Limited V8 averaged 15 mpg. Test AWD Mountaineer Premier V8 averaged 15.1 mpg. Test 4WD Eddie Bauer V6 Explorer averaged 17.1 mpg. Both engines use regular-grade fuel.
| AWD Premier V8 w/nav. sys. | Class Average |
| 3 | 4 |
Test Explorer 4WD Limited V8 averaged 15 mpg. Test AWD Mountaineer Premier V8 averaged 15.1 mpg. Test 4WD Eddie Bauer V6 Explorer averaged 17.1 mpg. Both engines use regular-grade fuel.
Ride Quality
Among best of truck-type SUVs. Mountaineer compliant, even with Premier's 18-inch wheels, and devoid of sloppy motions. Some testers say Mountaineer suffers undue impact harshness, body oscillations over low-speed bumps.
| AWD Premier V8 w/nav. sys. | Class Average |
| 6 | 5.5 |
Among best of truck-type SUVs. Mountaineer compliant, even with Premier's 18-inch wheels, and devoid of sloppy motions. Some testers say Mountaineer suffers undue impact harshness, body oscillations over low-speed bumps.
Steering/Handling/Braking
Typical of truck-type SUVs: some body lean in turns and delayed reaction in quick directional changes. Steering responsive, accurate, but needs more road feel. Tight turning radius. No undue nosedive in quick stops, but brake-pedal action mushy.
| AWD Premier V8 w/nav. sys. | Class Average |
| 4 | 4.5 |
Typical of truck-type SUVs: some body lean in turns and delayed reaction in quick directional changes. Steering responsive, accurate, but needs more road feel. Tight turning radius. No undue nosedive in quick stops, but brake-pedal action mushy.
Quietness
Among the quieter SUVs. Wind, road well-muffled. So is noise over bumps. Engine intrudes only under full throttle.
| AWD Premier V8 w/nav. sys. | Class Average |
| 6 | 5.6 |
Among the quieter SUVs. Wind, road well-muffled. So is noise over bumps. Engine intrudes only under full throttle.
Controls
Large, clear main gauges. Transmission shifter lever blocks easy access to some climate controls. Dashboard puts radio just out of easy reach. Turn-signal stalk mounted at awkward angle. Rear climate controls set into ceiling, are difficult to read. Interior materials mostly solid-feeling, though many surfaces are hard plastic.
| AWD Premier V8 w/nav. sys. | Class Average |
| 6 | 6.6 |
Large, clear main gauges. Transmission shifter lever blocks easy access to some climate controls. Dashboard puts radio just out of easy reach. Turn-signal stalk mounted at awkward angle. Rear climate controls set into ceiling, are difficult to read. Interior materials mostly solid-feeling, though many surfaces are hard plastic.
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front)
Plenty of room on comfortable seats. Outward visibility hindered some by thick roof pillars, but 2nd- and 3rd-row headrests fold to reduce obstruction. Available rear-obstacle-detection system adds a measure of safety when backing up.
| AWD Premier V8 w/nav. sys. | Class Average |
| 8 | 7 |
Plenty of room on comfortable seats. Outward visibility hindered some by thick roof pillars, but 2nd- and 3rd-row headrests fold to reduce obstruction. Available rear-obstacle-detection system adds a measure of safety when backing up.
Room/Comfort (rear)
Three adults can squeeze across in roomy 2nd row. Leg room tight only with front seats fully aft. Third-row seat cushion low to floor, pancake flat, and floor shape obstructs foot room. But 3rd-row head room expansive, leg space surprisingly good. Second-row seats tip forward with relatively little effort, but access to 3rd row is only for the limber. Mountaineer offers running boards that automatically deploy when a door is open, but they don't extend far enough to be as useful as they could be.
| AWD Premier V8 w/nav. sys. | Class Average |
| 7 | 6.1 |
Three adults can squeeze across in roomy 2nd row. Leg room tight only with front seats fully aft. Third-row seat cushion low to floor, pancake flat, and floor shape obstructs foot room. But 3rd-row head room expansive, leg space surprisingly good. Second-row seats tip forward with relatively little effort, but access to 3rd row is only for the limber. Mountaineer offers running boards that automatically deploy when a door is open, but they don't extend far enough to be as useful as they could be.
Cargo Room
Separate-opening hatch glass handy, but hatch itself is weighty to open or close. Second- and 3rd-row seats fold nearly flat for ample cargo room; available power-folding 3rd row a real convenience. Aside from large console box, interior storage meager.
| AWD Premier V8 w/nav. sys. | Class Average |
| 8 | 8 |
Separate-opening hatch glass handy, but hatch itself is weighty to open or close. Second- and 3rd-row seats fold nearly flat for ample cargo room; available power-folding 3rd row a real convenience. Aside from large console box, interior storage meager.
Value within Class
It suffers some ergonomic lapses, and interior materials are unimpressive. But Mercury Mountaineer is overall a highly competent SUV with an outstanding array of useful features. These include standard curtain side airbags and antiskid system, plus available V8 power and a power-folding 3rd-row seat. Its truck-type chassis serves trailering needs without giving up much refinement to lighter-duty midsize SUVs with car-type construction. However, there's nothing of consequence Mountaineer provides over similarly equipped Explorers, making the lower-priced Ford version our Recommended pick.
| AWD Premier V8 w/nav. sys. | Class Average |
| 6 | 5.9 |
It suffers some ergonomic lapses, and interior materials are unimpressive. But Mercury Mountaineer is overall a highly competent SUV with an outstanding array of useful features. These include standard curtain side airbags and antiskid system, plus available V8 power and a power-folding 3rd-row seat. Its truck-type chassis serves trailering needs without giving up much refinement to lighter-duty midsize SUVs with car-type construction. However, there's nothing of consequence Mountaineer provides over similarly equipped Explorers, making the lower-priced Ford version our Recommended pick.
Total Score
| AWD Premier V8 w/nav. sys. | Class Average |
| 60 | 58.4 |
Scores for all Midsize Sport-utility Vehicles
| Low Score | 48 | |
| Average Score | 58 | |
| High Score | 69 |
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2007 Mercury Mountaineer Prices & Equipment
Model Prices
Prices Updated: 04/18/2007
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| 2WD Base V6 4-door wagon | $27,300 | $25,846 | $695 |
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| AWD Base V6 4-door wagon | $29,575 | $27,939 | $695 |
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| 2WD Premier V6 4-door wagon | $30,365 | $28,666 | $695 |
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| 2WD Premier V8 4-door wagon | $31,660 | $29,857 | $695 |
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| AWD Premier V6 4-door wagon | $32,640 | $30,759 | $695 |
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| AWD Premier V8 4-door wagon | $33,935 | $31,950 | $695 |
Pricing Key: Retail prices listed with each report are set by the vehicle's
manufacturer. These figures appear on each car's federally mandated window sticker.
Most price lists also include dealer-invoice prices. Dealer-invoice prices are
what the dealer pays the manufacturer for the car and its factory-installed options.
The destination charge is not included in the suggested-retail or dealer-invoice price
and must be added to the cost of the vehicle. Car companies change prices frequently
throughout the year. If the prices published do not match those on the vehicle's
window sticker, the manufacturer has probably altered the price recently.
NA = price note available, NC = no charge.
Rebates and Incentives
There are no rebates or incentives at this time.
Consumer Guide®'s Rebates and Incentives represent a summary of national
manufacturer programs available. Regional restrictions may apply, and offerings
may vary by model. For a complete list of Rebate & Incentive programs click here.
Standard Equipment
Base
Powertrain
4.0-liter V6 engine, 5-speed automatic transmission.
Safety
Dual front airbags, front side airbags, front- and 2nd-row curtain side airbags w/rollover deployment, antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, antiskid system w/rollover sensors, tire-pressure monitor.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Front air conditioning w/dual-zone automatic climate controls, power steering, tilt leather-wrapped steering wheel w/radio and climate controls, cruise control, leather upholstery, front bucket seats w/lumbar adjustment, 10-way power driver seat, center console, cupholders, 2nd-row split folding seat, heated power mirrors, power windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry, keypad entry, AM/FM/CD/MP3 player, digital-media player connection, digital clock, tachometer, variable-intermittent wipers, automatic day/night rearview mirror, illuminated visor mirrors, map lights, rear defogger, intermittent rear wiper/washer, automatic headlights, floormats.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Theft-deterrent system, rear privacy glass, roof rails, fog lights.
Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires
Class II trailer hitch, 4-pin connector, full-size spare tire, 245/65R17 tires, alloy wheels, AWD adds: all-wheel drive, 2-speed transfer case.
Premier adds to Base:
Powertrain
4.0-liter V6 engine or 4.6-liter V8 engine, 6-speed automatic transmission (V8).
Safety
Rear-obstacle-detection system.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Rear air conditioning w/rear controls, leather/suede upholstery, heated front seats, driver-seat memory, 6-way power passenger seat, 2nd-row reclining split folding seat, power-folding 3rd-row split seat, Audiophile AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD/MP3 changer, universal garage door opener.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Running boards.
Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires
235/65R18 tires, chrome alloy wheels, AWD adds: all-wheel drive, 2-speed transfer case.
Optional Equipment
Major Packages |
Retail Price |
Invoice Price |
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Comfort and Convenience Pkg.
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Base
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$1,840
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$1,564
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3rd-row split folding seat, Audiophile AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD/MP3 changer, running boards.
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Delete Pkg.
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Base (credit)
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$-1,000
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$-850
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Cloth upholstery, single-zone manual climate control. Deletes leather upholstery, dual-zone automatic climate controls. NA w/Comfort and Convenience Pkg., heated front seats, 2nd-row bucket seats.
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Navigation and Moonroof Pkg.
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Premier
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$2,845
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$2,419
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Navigation system, power sunroof. NA w/heated windshield.
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Trailer Towing Pkg.
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Base, Premier
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$225
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$192
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Special axle ratio (V6), Class III/IV trailer hitch, 7/4-pin trailer connector.
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Powertrain |
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Special axle ratio
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V6
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$50
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$43
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Safety |
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Rear-obstacle-detection system
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Base
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$295
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$251
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Comfort and Convenience Features |
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Navigation system
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Base
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$2,505
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$2,129
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Premier
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$1,995
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$1,696
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Base includes Audiophile AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD/MP3 changer. NA w/heated windshield.
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DVD entertainment system
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Base, Premier
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$1,295
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$1,101
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Audiophile AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD/MP3 changer
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Base
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$510
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$433
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Satellite radio
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Base, Premier
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$195
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$166
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Rear air conditioning
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Base
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$675
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$574
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Includes rear controls. Requires 3rd-row seat.
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Power sunroof
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Base, Premier
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$850
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$723
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Universal garage door opener
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Base
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$150
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$128
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Power-adjustable pedals
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Base, Premier
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$225
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$192
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Includes memory. Base requires heated front seats.
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Heated front seats
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Base
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$495
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$421
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Includes driver-seat memory, power passenger seat.
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2nd-row bucket seats
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Base, Premier
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$615
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$522
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Includes center console. Base requires 3rd-row seat.
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3rd-row split folding seat
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Base
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$845
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$718
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Power-folding 3rd-row split folding seat
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Base
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$1,340
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$1,139
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Requires rear air conditioning.
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Heated windshield
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Base
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$300
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$255
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Remote engine start
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Base, Premier
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$385
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$326
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Cargo cover
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Base
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$80
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$68
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NA w/3rd-row seat.
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Rubber floormats
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Base, Premier
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$75
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$57
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Appearance and Miscellaneous |
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Running boards
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Base
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$485
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$413
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Power-deployable running boards
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Premier
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$695
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$591
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Roof rack
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Base, Premier
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$115
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$97
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Special paint
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Premier
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$275
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$234
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Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires |
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245/65R17 tires
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Premier (credit)
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$-205
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$-174
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Includes machined alloy wheels. Deletes chrome alloy wheels.
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Chrome alloy wheels.
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Base
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$595
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$506
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Includes 235/65R18 tires.
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2007 Mercury Mountaineer Specs & Safety
Vehicle Dimensions
| Specification | Mercury Mountaineer 4-door wagon |
| Wheelbase, in. | 113.7 |
| Overall Length, in. | 193.5 |
| Overall Width, in. | 73.5 |
| Overall Height, in. | 72.8 |
| Curb Weight, lbs. | 4629 |
| Cargo Volume, cu. ft. | 83.7 |
| Standard Payload, lbs. | -- |
| Fuel Capacity, gals. | 22.5 |
| Seating Capacity | 7 |
| Front Head Room, in. | 39.8 |
| Max. Front Leg Room, in. | 42.4 |
| Rear Head Room, in. | 38.7 |
| Max. Rear Leg Room, in. | 36.9 |
Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.
Engines
| sohc V6 | sohc V8 | |
| Size, liters/cu. in. | 4.0 /245 | 4.6 /281 |
| Horsepower @ rpm. | 210 @ 5100 | 292 @ 5750 |
| Torque (lb-ft) @ rpm. | 254 @ 3700 | 300 @ 4750 |
| Availability | Standard | Standard |
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EPA City / highway mpg
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| 5-speed automatic | 15/20 | --/-- |
| 6-speed automatic | --/-- | 14/20 |
Engine Key: l/cu in. = liters/cubic inches; ohv = overhead valve; ohc = overhead camshaft;
dohc = dual overhead camshaft; I = inline cylinders; H = horizonally opposed cylinders;
V = cylinders in a V configuration; W = cylinders in a W configuration; rpm = revolutions
per minute; CVT = continuously variable (automatic) transmission; NA = not available; "--"
= measurement does not exist.
Safety Features
Antilock Brakes
Traction Control
Antiskid System |
Front Side Airbags
Curtain Side Airbags
Rear Side Airbags |
NHTSA Crash-Test Results
| Test | Mercury Mountaineer 4-door wagon |
| Front Impact, Driver | 5 |
| Front Impact, Passenger | 5 |
| Rollover Resistance | 3 |
| Side Impact, Driver | 5 |
| Side Impact, Rear Passenger | 5 |
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) tests a vehicle's
worthiness in front- and side-impact collisions and rates its resistance to
rollovers. Front-impact crash-test numbers indicate the chance of serious injury:
5 = 10% or less; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-35%; 2 = 35-45%; 1 = More than 45%. Side-impact
crash-test numbers indicate: 5 = 5% or less; 4 = 6-10%; 3 = 11-20%; 2 = 21-25%;
1 = More than 26%. Rollover resistance numbers indicate the chance for rollover
when the vehicle leaves the roadway: 5 = Less than 10%; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-30%;
2 = 30-40%; 1 = More than 40%.
Manufacturer's Warranty
| Class | Years/Miles | Comments |
| Powertrain | 5/60,000 | -- |
| Bumper-to-bumper | 3/36,000 | -- |
| Corrosion | 5/unlimited | -- |
| Free roadside assistance | 5/60,000 | -- |
| Free scheduled maintenance | None/-- | -- |
Manufacturers may periodically offer additional coverage as a purchase incentive.
There offers are not reflected on this chart. The federal government requires two
other warranties. The Exhaust Emission Warranty covers corrosion-related parts for
2 years/24,000 miles, plus 8 years/80,000 miles on the catalytic converter and any
on-board diagnostic device. The Passenger Restraint Warranty covers seat belts
and airbags for 5 years/50,000 miles.
Built in:
USA
Drivewheels:
all-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive
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