Overview & Reviews

Changes this year are limited to minor trim and package revisions.

• Powerful V6, large cargo capacity, comfortable and stylish interior, carlike handling, optional side curtain airbags.

• Unconvincing faux wood trim, fuel-thirsty V6, four-cylinder feels unrefined at high rpm.

User Reviews:

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  Awesome Mariner - 2006 Mercury Mariner
  By S.B. - June 25 - 2:35 pm

  My Mariner is now at 175,000. Best vehicle I ever owned. Regular maintenance only. Tire changes & oil. Running like a champ! Wish they never discontinued!

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  A Mercury Story - 2006 Mercury Mariner
  By A_MAN_in _VA. - November 16 - 4:40 pm

  I recently purchased this vehicle, used from the local dealership, and found it to be a cute little vehicle. I liked the stylings, but after having a Ford Ranger XLT that had the Overdrive Off button flashing, and knowing the troubles that it could bring first hand, I was displeased. I was so hoping to get a vehicle made by Ford that did not have this button. It really serves no purpose in holding back downhill. I prefer to leave it in the normal position. I have heard some loud noises from the transmission. This makes me wonder why its clunking so hard. I do know it is fun to drive, but I still worry it could let me down someday in the future.

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  3rd Car Ive Owned and Best Yet! - 2006 Mercury Mariner
  By Elmz11 - November 10 - 12:26 am

  As a 21 year old commuter student going to college full-time, I needed to trade up to an SUV after getting stuck in the snow numerous times in my 05 Hyundai Elantra. I was weary about buying a used vehicle (seeing that I bought my first car brand new) but I LOVE THIS SUV!! I ditched the JUNK Continental tires that all these Escapes and Mariners come with from the factory and got Michelin Cross Terrains put on. Night and Day! Get compliments on the interior all the time (two-tone black and creme). Average 19-20 mpg in mostly highway driving and it does have some power behind it. Have put on 19,000 miles in just 8 months and it has been rock solid! (now at 57,000 miles)

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  Happy Mariner Owner - 2006 Mercury Mariner
  By trublkkngt - November 1 - 3:02 am

  Weve been happy with our Mercury Mariner Premier. We bought it used in 08 with 9000 miles on it. It has been very reliable! No maintenance or repair issues. Its perfect to haul our two small children around. The only complaint we ever had was how LOUD the stock Continental tires were. We replaced them with General Grabber HTS tires and it significantly improved the ride quailty. If you have a Mariner, Escape or Tribute, do yourself a favor and dump the stock Continitental Tires as soon as you can!

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  Update for Our 2006 Mariner - 2006 Mercury Mariner
  By NZ - February 26 - 3:00 am

  The Mariner has been a very practical vehicle with its roominess and reliability. We already have 16,000 miles on it and were finding that the more miles it has on it, the worse road noise gets. Also, theres not many places to store things. Theres two small overhead bins, a small in- console "cubby", and two cupholders up front. Its an average vehicle. Im sure there are better alternatives.

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  Practical and Dependable - 2006 Mercury Mariner
  By AtlantaMariner - November 13 - 1:46 pm

  I bought this car fresh out of college in 2006 and so far, no complaints. This is not the flashiest car on the road, but there are several times when I pat myself on the back for choosing this one. I disagree with any owner that criticizes engine power because for the size and amount of money, this thing has some punch to it. I am approaching 40,000 miles and I have had no mechanical issues what-so-ever. Overall, I rate this car very dependable, practical and a great every-day ride. My best friend even bought one because she liked mine.

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  Great mid-size suv - 2006 Mercury Mariner
  By dr - March 17 - 5:20 am

  Bought this SUV brand new. Ride is very good. Handles well. I live on west side of Michigan where we get a ton of lake-effect snow. The AWD is great in winter. Only couple of small negatives: road noise-possibly due to the stock Continental tires and I wish gas mileage was a little better.

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  Luv my 06 Mariner - 2006 Mercury Mariner
  By A King - August 2 - 4:50 am

  Ive had my Mariner for 3 1/2 yrs and like it so far. This is my 1st SUV and now I cant go back to a car. Love the decor, style, sunroof and stereo system. Cant support more than 4 passengers comfortably but thats ok with me. Has loud road noise and brake problems (weird sounds), took to dealer and was told everything was fine. Backseat headrest are bad, blocks view. Needs improvement in lowering back seats. Oh, please include more on steering controls for convenience and handling. These are things I can live with but think should be addressed. Looking forward to my next Mariner fully loaded!!

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  SUV Lite - 2006 Mercury Mariner
  By Ralph from Delaware - July 16 - 3:30 am

  Quality vehicle with nice features. We replaced a Ford Escape, moving up in amenities with the Mercury. But the full-time 4WD burns gas. We average 15-20 MPG around town, 20-25 MPG on the open road - much worse than the Escape [which allowed us to switch from 4WD to front drive to save gas]. Also the Mariner is noticeably heavier and slower than the Escape with the same engine and transmission. Wish we had opted for the Hybrid! The standard tires are cheap - yielding a rough ride with lots of road noise, contributing to the poor gas mileage, and handling is not the best. Ford could have spent another $50 bucks per tire for Michelins and would have had a much better performing car.

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  2006 Mariner Premier - 2006 Mercury Mariner
  By M - June 27 - 5:36 am

  Drives nice, will be even better when the dealership can balance the tires so that the tire warning will go off and the wheel wont shimmy at 55 mph