Overview & Reviews

The AdvanceTrac stability control system has been improved with a new Roll Stability Control system and is now standard on all Mountaineers. A newly available Designer Series package includes suede interior trim, scuff plates and 17-inch chrome wheels. The roof rack has been redesigned, and now includes raised side rails. The 40/20/40-split second-row seat now has reclining outboard seats, and an eight-way power driver seat is available.

• Excellent ride and handling characteristics for a truck-based SUV, strong optional V8, comfortable cabin with user-friendly layout, good crash test scores.

• Some low-grade materials, low resale value, confusing controls on high-line models, lousy fuel economy.

User Reviews:

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  First 999 miles - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
  By Jay - November 1 - 2:40 pm

  The SUV has performed superb, the ride is smooth, transmission is swift, and overall a great investment. Rides and styles as a luxury SUV. The Family Incentives from Ford made this $12,700 investment a no brainer. The vehicles manuvers superb and is easy to park, great view from all angles. The cabin design and adjustable pedals allows for flexibilty and comfort for my wife to drive. Is fun to drive, can wait to take it on the road for a 600 - 700 mile drive. Compares to my BMW 325 on handling and comfort. The Mercury team got this one right on the money.

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  awesome - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
  By jay - June 8 - 3:26 am

  This vehicle has been a pleasure on the road and city for such a big vehicle i barely feel the engine!

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  This is my fifth Ford vehicle. - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
  By big_scooter - April 13 - 4:53 pm

  The Mountaineer has more style than the Explorer, which is one of the reasons I chose this vehicle. It has plenty of power with the V8 and it is effortless to drive. It is very comfortable and roomy for a mid sized SUV. Gas mileage could be better, but the performance is worth it.

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  MERCURY MOUNTAINEER - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
  By DICK - January 2 - 12:33 am

  THE BEST VEHICLE I HAVE EVER OWNED

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  awesome value - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
  By mike - December 1 - 3:23 am

  this vehicle has awd capability, 7 passenger seating, exceptional performance, great exterior and functional interior styling and a plethora of standard features at an incredible price. cross-shopped vs. durango, envoy and pilot and they priced out to be in a range of 2500 to 4000 more, comparably equipped.

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  Great Vehicle - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
  By Bill - November 6 - 10:56 pm

  Good handling, brakes, styling, driving position, ride comfort and room make this a good choice. Gas mileage is bad, but that is to be expected in a vehicle this size. Fit and finish are excellent and the quality of materials is a step above the Explorer and miles ahead of the domestic competition.

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  Love IT! - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
  By christina - August 26 - 4:03 am

  Never a problem. Very spacoius 3rd row seat. Very easy to use. Great for trooping kids around. Love the interior. Great stereo system. Love the design. Also handles very well on the highway when its windy, unlike another SUV I previously owned.

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  I like it very much! - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
  By Mountaineer - July 30 - 6:16 pm

  We have had our Mountaineer eleven months and have over 13,000 miles on it and we just love it. It handles amazingly great in the snow and anywhere. The turning radius is wonderful. The mileage could be a little better, but guess its just as good as or better than some other SUVs. At this time we would buy it again if we were in the market for it.

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  My 2nd Mountaineer - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
  By Russ - January 20 - 4:56 am

  This Mountaineer is a small step down from the Luxury version that was my 2002 Mountaineer. I have been very pleased with my last one and this one has some trade off I can live with. I went to the Dealer looking to get a Mountaineer or an Explorer. Why would ANYONE buy an Explorer in which Leather seats and the 3rd row seat is an up charge??? Comparable Explorer with Leather and NO 3rd row seat is the same price. Better ride and styling that Explorer. I put 109,000 + on my 2002 with NO mechanical problems. Been through 2 accidents and still going strong at trade in. I look to continue the same with 2005.

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  marvelous machine - 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
  By Richard Barone - April 7 - 10:53 pm

  I was concerned abou the upgrade from the 1997 Mountaineer to the 2004 version as the size was larger and my initial reaction was that it was a moving living room. Quickly i realized the comfort, safety ease of handling and feel in love with this marvelous machine