Overview & Reviews

User Reviews:

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  twice the stuff for 1/2 the price - 2004 Mercury Monterey
  By Gweller - July 1 - 3:23 am

  Had this van for 1 year. Bought used w 12k on it. Really shopped around. The good news is they depreciate from new like lead. 35k new paid around 17k So theyre a bargain used. Ive had one repair, heated seat stopped working. Wouldnt have had this problem w others models because at this price they wouldnt have had the option on them. Great bang ( leather, power sliding doors, dvd, front/rear parking sensors, stability control) for the same buck that will get you a base used Toyota or Honda.

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  Outstanding van - 2004 Mercury Monterey
  By Sam Master - June 29 - 2:00 am

  This is simple the best well thought out ideal by a manufactor, in the mini van class. We drove the Quest, Sienna and Town and Country. But the Monterey is a wonderful vehicle. And i think now Mercury owns the standard in mini vans..

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  Fun to Drive - 2004 Mercury Monterey
  By jdpower - April 30 - 10:00 am

  I was disappointed that Mercury had discontinued the Villager, and was hesitant about the Monterey. But now after 1200 miles, I enjoy it more. Highway gas mileage is better than Villager, but not quite as good around town.

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  Upscale Quiet & Adequately Powered Mini - 2004 Mercury Monterey
  By R. Herman - April 23 - 1:36 pm

  We have taken ours on 6 hr trips & it is very quiet, very comfortable, & adequately powered for traveling & passing at 80MPH on the turnpike. Every amenity is available except a few of the gimmick options that each manufacturer exclusively carries. We love this vehicle! It is a new platform for Ford/Mercury so we had a few recalls, which were promptly fixed. Really dont know how anyone would say Dodge/Chrysler is better & looking at specs on Japanese brands size, power, mpg, etc. are all w/in same ranges w/only slight differences. We highly recommend this vehicle for a family. FYI: Mercury comes w/more options for the $ than Ford.

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  Upside Down in Missouri - 2004 Mercury Monterey
  By yelsew - April 9 - 12:23 am

  Purchased to replace 2000 Grand Caravan. We purchased over other makes because of great style. Drove Honda, both Dodge and Chrysler, looked At Nissian, and Freestar. Window sticker claims 23 mpg. We have yet to get close. Our best fuel mileage, just over 19 mpg on the interstate with cruise control set @ 70mph. Back to dealer several times. Power sliding doors out of adjustment (way out) took two trips. Arm rest fell of front seat. Rear wipper wiped body not glass. A/C compresser locked up at 10,000 miles, dealer replaced complete A/C system. Ask Dealer to note poor fuel economy on every work order, they reported it would get better with more miles. It hasnt YET!!!

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  Really Like This Mini-Van ... But! - 2004 Mercury Monterey
  By SJ Piney - March 24 - 2:00 am

  My wife and I really like this minivan. Its very comfortable, well appointed and rides very smooth. We like the dash arrangement and the analog clock. We also compared this to a loaded Freestar Limited and the Monterey is actually about $2000 cheaper with the same equipment. Ok now for the BUT. For a $34000 vehicle the amount of plastic is mind blowing. A little leather on the sides of the doors would have been a nice touch and befitting a Mercury. The other thing is the lack of a lockable glove compartment. Even my Jetta has that! If you can wait, we recommend getting that power tailgate.

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  Great value - 2004 Mercury Monterey
  By Lynn - March 10 - 10:50 am

  Vehicle has given excellent service with good gas mileage. Average 19.4 around town and as high as 25 on the highway. Great to drive both in town and on highway

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  Better than expected after 6000 miles - 2004 Mercury Monterey
  By Almon - February 10 - 1:50 am

  Tested the Honda and Toyota competition. The Merecury ride, comfort, safety, performance are very competitive. The price is much better with incentives. I am over six foot and 240 lbs and I am very comfortable. Rides great at 80 mph on the interstate. Gettting 18 mpg in town and 24+ highway. Terrific interior and dash design. No defects or problrms at the 5000 mile service. Very satisfied with dealer service so far. So many features and good quality for the price. Rear seat flips and folds easily with one hand. I recommend this vehicle

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  My new van - 2004 Mercury Monterey
  By lswhow - February 4 - 10:00 am

  I am very impressed Mercury Monterey Van. I have been driving vans for years and have had 5 different makes. This one tops them all for comfort ride and design. Gas milage is about 17 in the city a little less than the other vans but the extras make up for it. The comfort is that of a sedan. I highly recomend this van for a family luxury van. We even have had people stop us and ask to look at the van. The style is attractive to young and old alike.

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  Its good enough for me - 2004 Mercury Monterey
  By wattaguy - January 22 - 2:03 am

  Im the unusual purchaser. My main car is a 2002 Bentley Arnage. Im spoiled, and I know it. We bought this car, a Premium model to schlep the dogs and visitors. It has comfort for 7. We got every option, and then added an after market moonroof and wood trim package. Its now 4 years later. The Bentley sits, and we drive the van. Its comfortable, dependable, and has never had a mechanical issue once. I know if I get into this car Im going to get to where Im going. Some of the plastic trim items were cheesy, and they could improve on that, but for the price this is a really nice car, and at 3000 miles a year, were now retired, this car will be with us forever. Its good enough for me.