Overview & Reviews

The most obvious update on the 2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid concerns its refreshed interior and exterior styling. In addition, there's a redesigned roof panel to reduce wind noise. Mercury has also added a slightly less expensive front-wheel-drive model to the lineup. New standard equipment includes side and head curtain airbags, and an MP3 player input jack. The optional navigation system is now DVD-based, and it has a touchscreen interface. Satellite radio is a new option.

• Solid acceleration with hybrid powertrain, real-world fuel economy in the 30 mpg range, spacious backseat.

• Noisy gasoline engine, modest handling limits for a small SUV, stiff brake pedal feel, no stability control.

User Reviews:

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  Road Noise - 2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid
  By ams - March 28 - 10:43 pm

  Biggest complaint about this vehicle is the road noise from below when driving. My husband, who drives a Diesel, comments every time he gets in this car about how noisy it is and I have to agree. I am surprised to see all these reviews claiming 30+ MPG. I have had this vehicle almost 2 years now and on average, 26-28 MPG is what it gets.

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  Fantastic SUV - 2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid
  By Norton - December 21 - 9:56 am

  Love the handling, mileage and yes, the power. Plenty of passing power. And with 36+mpg, few trips to the gas station!

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  Love this Mariner Hybrid! - 2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid
  By b hughes - October 5 - 12:53 am

  I did quite a bit of research before buying a new vehicle. I drove them all from Honda, Toyota, Kia, Saturn, Hundai, Dodge, Chevy and the Ford Escape Hybrid. It drives nicely and is very comfortable. I like the exterior and interior design. So far, so good! I give it a ten!

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  My 3rd and Favorite Hybrid - 2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid
  By Greg L - September 20 - 8:10 am

  Easy to love this car. Great style. Fuel economy and build quality surpassed my expectations. I get the economy of a Civicand the roominess of a mid-sized SUV. Fully loaded with NAV, and leather under $30K. I average 30 MPG combined.

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  2008 Mercury Mariner 4WD Hybrid - 2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid
  By ddelano - February 19 - 2:30 am

  Love the new interior quality and the DVD nav system. Still getting used to the large appearing snout and high beltline, but people are looking and asking. Traded an 07 Escape 4wd hybrid which compared to the 08 is shameful. Many, many more amenities this yr, such as outside temp, compass, dual zone climate control, tire press. monitoring, trick center console, color keyed side view mirrors, thicker laminated glass in front and auto dimming rr view mirror etc.,and the price is about a grand less. This indeed is progress. Bold move? Dunno, but its got a bold front clip! Great ride!

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  Great ride! - 2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid
  By efonte - July 27 - 7:23 pm

  I havent had it long, but I love the vehicle. Im averaging about 30.5 mpg on mixed driving. Acceleration, has plenty of power and the ride is very smooth.

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  Easy Driver - 2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid
  By Rick D - July 15 - 9:13 pm

  This car is easy to own and drive. Minimal pit stops required for both gas and service. Happy with our decision to buy this one. Comfortable, fun and ease of getting in and out. ust the right size.

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  two weeks and very happy - 2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid
  By bobmetro - May 22 - 2:16 pm

  Two weeks into the new hybrid and Im glad I bought it. Its fun to drive...great response from the steering...rides firm and quiet. So far averaging 29 MPG in a mix of NYC traffic and highway. GPS is much better than the 07 reviews I read.

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  Very Happy - 2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid
  By scoutyjones - April 29 - 8:56 pm

  I have had this car/suv for 4 weeks and it averages 32+ in mixed driving. If I drive highway miles and it has good accelleration and still average 32+. Not loaded with nav or leather or AWD as we didnt need it. Nice to have but not needed. Car handles very well. Free satellite is welcome but with MP3 link, its not gonna be missed when gone. All new vehicles should have an MP3 connection. Looks great inside and out, fits 3 adults in back seat comfortably and is quiet. Absolutely love the ride and the technology. Kudos to Mercury for producing a solid ride with MPG/environment in mind. Looking to add top notch car mats and cargo tray for 2 large dogs.

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  glad I waited - 2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid
  By bobmetro1 - December 16 - 5:20 am

  Just have it for a few days but I already know Im going to love it. The new improved Mariner is far superior to the 2007. Solid ride, almost no wind noise, nice large screen for the nav system. So far Im averaging 28-1/2 mpg in mixed driving conditions.