Many of the newer car-based crossovers will do much better. They also enjoyed the optional power-fold 3rd row seats and the Audiophile sound system. The Mountaineer can be configured to be either a five- or seven-passenger vehicle, and when equipped, the third row can be power operated. There are some glaring material quality missteps, but Mercury is much better than it used to be. Seats adjust easily for maximum comfort. The 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is available in base trim or as the up-level Premier edition.
Pulled our 3,500lb power boat yesterday, travels great, feels solid, great vehicle for us and is safe on the road. The Mountaineer comes equipped with a fair amount of standard safety equipment, and the top engine is a 292-horsepower, 4. All of the Mountaineer's dimensions are smaller than those of the Aspen. The Mountaineer comes equipped with a fair amount of standard safety equipment, and the top engine is a 292-horsepower, 4. Both are available in rear- or all-wheel-drive versions. The seats in the very back come down for extra room for groceries, camping gear, hunting gear and fishing.
The 2009 Mountaineer continues with the same engine and drivetrain choices; a 4. . Manufacturers can voluntarily recall cars for problems that do not affect these, though. You should receive a letter from the manufacturer if your car has been recalled. Compared to its competition, it has the smallest width, is similar in length to the 9-7X, and is close in height to the Enclave.
The Mercury Mountaineer comes with either a V6 or a V8 engine, both of which are available with rear- or all-wheel drive. Price wise and quality wise for us, we found it was the best car compared to what we shopped around and priced at other car companies no need to mention. The Sync communication system, developed with Microsoft, integrates. We think Ford has done a great job and we are very happy with our purchase. They are not the same as recalls. It features clean styling and overall good quality.
There can be errors in the text. Currently the Mercury Mountaineer has a score of 7. They'll usually want to observe symptoms that the problem is already affecting your car. The Mountaineer also adds a capless fuel filler system, 20-inch wheels, and new option bundles like a Navigation package and the Moon and Tune Elite package. The V-6 comes with a five-speed automatic, and the V-8 is equipped with a six-speed automatic transmission. All of the Mountaineer's dimensions are smaller than those of the Aspen.
The top-of-the-line Premier model comes standard with luxury features like dual-zone climate control, leather seats and an infotainment system with Bluetooth. Government tests indicate that the Mountaineer protects its occupants very well during crashes. Such sturdiness is even suitable for off-roading though no gearing or locking differential options for taking the Mountaineer seriously off road are offered. If you sign up for notifications in My Garage, we will try to get these to do, but for various reasons some beyond our control cannot guarantee you will receive them. The Mountaineer offers a refined interior, a comfortable ride and great towing abilities.
The head lights, brake lights, and turn signals all work fine. Exterior Mercury says the front styling and rectangular headlights suggest a subtle evolution in the company's design direction, with an emphasis on the vertically stacked front-end elements. And now this morning I tried to put up the running boards and they won't move you can her. As expected, mileage isn't impressive but not any worse than its truck-based competitors. I have driven many cars and trucks over the years, and I can say without reservation that the best make and model I have driven is the Mercury Mountaineer. While it still drives like the truck it is based on, it's stable and responsive for something that weighs 5,000 pounds. The Sync communication system, developed with Microsoft, integrates phones and media players and allows those devices to be voice-activated.
Compared to its competition, it has the smallest width, is similar in length to the 9-7X, and is close in height to the Enclave. You can also check with the dealer, which will know which if any recalls pertain to your car. Replaced both bulbs and 15 amp fuse, they are still not working, what else could be causing the problem? Vehicle Overview The Mercury Mountaineer is closely related to the Ford Explorer but has more luxury content. Safety is important in this segment, as the cargo is most likely to have a pulse. The Mountaineer offers canopy side curtain airbags and electronic stability controls to help improve passive and active safety. Testers loved models that featured the powerful V8 engine. New for 2009 The Mountaineer gets Sync and Sirius Satellite Radio standard on Premier models, standard black crossbars for the roof rails on all models, and a new navigation system.