The 2007 Mariner comes in three models--Convenience, Luxury, and Premier--ranging from economical to luxurious. Every year, millions of vehicles in the United States are declared salvage. With 155 hp 116 kW , the Mariner Hybrid has nearly the same acceleration performance as the conventional 200 hp 150 kW Mariner. Mercury's Mariner Hybrid is a mechanical clone of the Ford Escape Hybrid. Our subscribers provide great insights into their satisfaction by answering one simple question: If they had it to do all over again, would they definitely buy or lease the same model? The powertrain story of the Mariner Hybrid is both under the hood as well as beneath the rear cargo area.
The nickel-metal hydride battery pack, which is essentially like 250 D-cell batteries wired in series, is rated at 330 volts. It reappears in about 6-12 months time. Not to be confused with. Under the Mariner's skin resides a hybrid gasoline engine and electric motor, along with a large battery pack cleverly placed below the floor so as not to take up cargo or passenger space. Extra weight is given to the more serious areas such as major engine or transmission problems.
The recall is expected to begin on October 27, 2014. Whatever your level of experience, we can help with your installation — and save you even more money. Either features a two-tone treatment, with the leather choice offering Pebble leather surrounding parchment perforated inserts. Ford Motor Company Ford is recalling certain model year 2001-2008 Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner vehicles manufactured March 31, 2001, to September 1, 2009. Ford ended production of the Mariner in October 2010.
Very often these cars are rebuilt and sold by deceptive sellers who fail to disclose or even try to hide the salvage information. These service repair part transmissions have a shift lever bolt that may not be properly tightened. The Safety Package includes front side-impact airbags and the Safety Canopy System with side-curtain airbags and rollover sensor. Is fuel economy your number one requirement? Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. The affected vehicles are equipped with either a 2. The Hybrid is only distinguished on the outside by a few discreet hybrid badges, an air vent built into the driver's side rear-quarter window to help keep the battery pack cool , and a unique 16-inch alloy wheel design. The Mariner's sibling, the Escape, tipped up in the government rollover test.
Our tested Ford Escape had a roomy interior that included a spacious rear bench. An X indicates that the vehicle was not manufactured for a specific year. Fuel economy was disappointing at just 18 mpg overall. Hope to have it for 20 years. Nice touches such as a chromed exhaust tip, 16-inch five-spoke aluminum wheels and front fog lamps further separate the Mariner from the Escape.
Based on this data and further analysis, we predict reliability for the latest year. Convenience models are powered by the 153-horsepower, 2. Additional fees may also apply depending on the state of purchase. Up front, the Mariner Hybrid features the signature Mercury waterfall grill done in a satin-aluminum finish for a definite high-end look. The added features such as sunroof, heated leather seats, four wheel drive, and 6 disc cd make the ride enjoyable.
Based on this data and further analysis, we predict reliability for the latest year. My family and I love this vehicle and are proud to be seen in it. We have been the market leader for Vehicle History in the U. The first 2008 Mercury Mariner was unveiled at the South Florida International Auto Show on October 6, 2006 and was touted as a new direction for the Mercury brand. The last one rolled off the assembly line on October 5, 2010. More than 60% of all used cars imported from the U. In addition, respondents also rate their cars in six categories: driving experience, comfort, value, styling, audio, and climate systems.
Standard safety features include dual-stage driver and single-stage front-passenger airbags with front passenger sensing, tether anchors for child-safety seats and a passive anti-theft system. An X indicates that the vehicle was not manufactured for a specific year. Where the Escape looks rugged and a bit boyish, the Mariner is dressed to the nines, wearing Mercury's new styling esthetic of bold vertical lines, polished chrome and brushed aluminum. Other hybrids, such as the or , are compact that fail to provide the same space and cargo flexibility of the Mariner Hybrid. The 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis had less than 61K miles. This time, the Mariner has more Mercury specific design and other features, in contrast to the previous version, which was criticized for being little more than an upscale and more expensive version of Ford's Escape. When braking or decelerating, the Mariner's hybrid system uses regenerative braking, where the electric drive motor becomes a generator, converting the vehicle's momentum back to electricity for storage in the batteries.