Mercury is a defunct division of Ford. It was created to offer medium-priced vehicles to Ford consumers bridging the price gap between the Ford and Lincoln vehicle lines. It had some iconic luxury vehicles, and the Mercury Mountaineer is one of them. It is a mid-size luxury SUV ideal for those who want both luxury and utility. This SUV is available in base and Premier trim levels. Here are some of the features of this luxury SUV.

Exteriors

This SUV has a traditional body-on-frame design which means it offers increased payload and towing capacity and excellent off-road ability. The front styling and rectangular headlights make the Mercury Mountaineer different from its previous generation. The rear has clear tail lamps and chrome accent strips in the tailgate and lower fascia, providing a more refined exterior appearance. The base model comes with 17-inch wheels, while the Premier models get aluminum roof rails, a sunroof, aluminum trimmed heated exterior mirrors with puddle lamps and upgraded 18-inch chrome wheels.

Interiors

Inside the cabin, the Mountaineer has a blend of both style and functionality. The SUV has a versatile interior with a seating capacity of five to seven passengers and offers two or three rows of seats. Standard in the base models includes a six-way power driver seat, full power accessories, and a leather-wrapped tilt steering wheel. Optional features include power-adjustable pedals, driver memory functions, reverse parking sensors, dual-zone automatic climate control, leather upholstery, and heated power front seats.

Engine

The Mercury Mountaineer is available in two engine choices – a 4.0-liter V6 and a 4.6-liter V8. Both engines can be paired with either two or all-wheel drive. Moreover, the standard V6 engine produces 210 hp and 254 lb-ft of torque. The optional V8 can generate 292 hp and 315 lb-ft of torque. The 4.0-liter V6 engine is paired with a five-speed automatic transmission and comes with a six-speed automatic transmission. The four-wheel independent suspension offers a good ride. The sound insulation feature allows the occupants to enjoy a quiet highway ride. The fuel economy for the rear-drive V6 is rated at 14 mpg in the city, 19 mpg on the highway, and 16 mpg combined. The V8 has a fuel rating of 15 mpg in the city, 21 mpg on the highway, and a combined 17 mpg.

Cargo and towing capacity

There is a cargo space of 83.7 cu ft which can increase to 85.8 cu ft when the third-row seat is folded down. The Mercury Mountaineer has a high towing capacity and is suitable for those who plan to tow large items. When properly equipped, it can tow up to 7055 pounds. The SUV also features a standard trailer-sway control system that senses when the trailer sways out of line and helps bring it back into the desired path.

Infotainment features

Standard in the base model is a stereo with a CD player and auxiliary audio jack. An optional infotainment feature is the Sync voice-activated communication and entertainment system. These optional features, however, are standard in the Premier model. Also optional in the Premier trim is a rear-seat entertainment system with an 8-inch video screen, a voice-activated navigation system with DVD audio and video capability, an internal hard drive, and 10 gigabytes of music storage. Premier models also have an integrated real-time traffic feature that provides information on local gas prices, movie times, and sports scores.

Safety features

Some of the standard features in the Mercury Mountaineer include front-seat side airbags, first-and second-row side curtain airbags, four-wheel antilock disc brakes, and electronic stability control with a rollover sensor.

The Mercury Mountaineer is an SUV you can never forget. Offering lots of space for people and cargo, advanced safety systems, and a comfortable ride, it is a good car for families or adventurers.