Overview & Reviews

New colors spruce up the outside, and all Cougars get the formerly optional Convenience Group (cruise, remote keyless illuminated entry and rear wiper/washer) as standard equipment. Evidently, the Zn (Zinc Yellow) feature car from 2001 failed to get buyers' pulses up, so Mercury tries again for 2002 with the XR package, which includes special red or black paint, a rear spoiler, a fake hood scoop and special logos. The Cougar C2 feature vehicle makes a return engagement for 2002. Sadly, the shelved Cougar S never materialized.

• Unique styling, well-tuned suspension, large cargo area.

User Reviews:

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  Pure Sweetness - 2002 Mercury Cougar
  By Hazza - March 13 - 10:00 am

  I have a 1999 cougar. I love it. Three reasons why. Its duribility is great. I have had no problems with it at all. Two, style is manditory! This ride takes the Mustang, Integra, and Civic, and tosses it to the curb. A car can not look any better (stock) then this. Number three, Affordibility. Im a seventeen year- old and I dont exactly make millions. This car fits perfectly in the wallat of anyone.

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  Sleek Sports Car !!!! - 2002 Mercury Cougar
  By Elizvi94 - March 7 - 10:00 am

  I have the 2001 V6, leather seats, 6 cd changer,ABS,anti-theft,side & front airbags,automatic. I really enjoy driving this car. I like it because a lot of people dont own one. It is much better looking than the Acura or Mits.

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  My Cougar - 2002 Mercury Cougar
  By Tiffer6139 - October 18 - 11:20 am

  I have had my 02 Cougar for a little over a year, I havent had any engine trouble no big problems. few problems with the rear visibility and huge blind spot also the arm rest isnt there and no mirror on the passenger Visor... other than that good mpg. all in all good Car

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  Beautiful Cat - 2002 Mercury Cougar
  By Michael - August 1 - 9:53 pm

  Notable information about the Cougar: -The engine was designed by Cosworth. They also design engines that go in formula one cars. Pretty respectable. -The Cougar introduced fords new Edge design. Notable among this is that the cougar is a blend between American and European design. The hatchback styling is European, the high displacement high torque engine is american muscle. It was designed to be at home on the twisty nuburing. -Ford discontinued it because the Cougar dances around the Mustang. Ford wanted to sell Mustangs because theyre in keeping with the all american Ford image. They also sold them for $20K more, the same thing was done to the Thunderbird. Twice.

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  2002 Mercury Cougar V6 Ultimate A4 - 2002 Mercury Cougar
  By Steve - August 16 - 12:26 pm

  I bought this car used with 80k miles. It hasnt been a bad car, though it hasnt been the best. The styling is sharp and the interior isnt bad. I find it to be rather low on power, but I am used to cars with much more power (had to buy something for gas mileage). Speaking of mileage, Im getting appx 22mpg combined city/hwy. Ive had some electrical issues, but other than that, it seems rather reliable *knock on wood*. Its also not too boring to drive (sure, its no Corvette, but its more enjoyable than a Civic). The styling has worn well considering the trends to edgier designs (and especially since the car was discontinued 4 years ago).

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  02 cougar V6 - 2002 Mercury Cougar
  By rjohnson319 - July 3 - 10:00 am

  I have had this car for a little over six months now and havent had any problems. I feel that it is pretty sporty, and its a lot of fun to drive. Its light weight combined with the V6, really gives it some oomph!

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  A Dream Car in my Garage - 2002 Mercury Cougar
  By Stephen - May 2 - 10:00 am

  An eye catcher in 35th Anniversary Edition Skin with options and standard features to back it up. A beautiful car with an even more beautiful interior and a sound system that sounds like its worth $1000.00, rides like a sports car and feel like a sports car in handeling. The only downside to the car is that by all means it looks fast, but in this case looks are deceving. This car is unfortunitly underpowered. That aside it has been everything and more than what I expected for a Mercury for the price of $22K. A good solid investment if you had the money to tweek up the engine.

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  good car, good value - 2002 Mercury Cougar
  By me12 - February 5 - 10:00 am

  so sad to see you go

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  Love the car...too many repairs! - 2002 Mercury Cougar
  By P schwedler - December 26 - 6:30 am

  This is my type of car. I love the unique look, the V6 power, the roomy hatchback. This is the 1st new car Ive purchased, and Ive taken great care of it. Ive failed the Mass. emmissions test due to a broken sensor. The fuel pump was recalled. The alternator cracked and my car died in rush hour traffic. This all happened in the last few months on a 3 year old car. Glad I got the extended warrenty! The steering is very heavy, but I can deal with that. My friends Jeep Cherokee has a tighter turning radius than my cougar. I love the car, but hate the hassle.

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  my2cents - 2002 Mercury Cougar
  By prefab - April 29 - 10:00 am

  hello. i owned a 99 i4 5 speed. on a whim, i test drove the car. i was very pleasantly surprised! i never would have given a ford or any other american make a look. i prefer hondas/acuras. nonetheless i bought the cougar. i love(d) the styling, the handling, the braking power. i found the drivers seat extremely comfortable and the mpg was acceptable. i fretted over the reliabilty of the vehicle as i began to have some problems with my own and i noticed that the resale value has plummetted. that is why buyers out there are getting great deals on buying their new cougars. expect poor resale values. i unloaded my car.