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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  nice car - 2002 Mercury Cougar
  By enforcerdfu - December 19 - 10:00 am

  Very fun to drive car.My wife has a C2 and the only prob. we have had is with the fuel gage and miles to empty.Right after we bought it the gage would take about 30 miles after filling up to go to full.Also agree that in acceleration it is not to great but top end is wonderful for those who drive fast on the interstate like me.

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  Put some work into it and its way better - 2002 Mercury Cougar
  By BS - July 25 - 2:20 am

  I bought this car with stock (V6) features a bit under a year ago with 30,000 miles on it and it was ok i guess, performance wise. It could beat a V6 mustang anyway (yea woo-hoo). Since then Ive spent maybe $1500 on performance parts off ebay and installing them myself and its made a world of difference. The Dual Exhaust with a couple of flowmasters and the cold air intake (about $500 for both) really add a lot of power, and a decent suspension that went for about $450 made this thing handle turns easily at 45+ mph (although it doesnt balance well). A few other small mods and this cars performance can keep up with its fast looks. Keeps up with a friends souped-up RSX easily!

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  Cougar - 2002 Mercury Cougar
  By Bobothechimp - February 18 - 10:00 am

  I have had to take my car into the shop several times for different problems. I have had the stereo replaced 3 times and it still does not function properly. I still love the car just wish it would have been built better.

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  The best car for the money "excellent" - 2002 Mercury Cougar
  By Raymond A. Garrido - February 16 - 10:00 am

  I really wasnt thinking to buy a new a car, but I have to admit that when i test drove the Cougar v6 with the c2 package I fell in love with it!! With the help of the Salesman Mr. Carlo everything went smoothly, needless to say that Mr. Alvarez the finance Mgr. put every effort on it, I got a good interest rate & a cash rebate, the car handles like a European car, the performance only compared with a good Sport Car it has plenty of power, I when I knew about a tune-ups every 100,000 miles I said the American Automotive Industry finally got it.! Its very confortable for two people (in the front) forget 4 on a trip.

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  My New 2002 Mercury Cougar, V6 Base - 2002 Mercury Cougar
  By garym1j - October 10 - 10:00 am

  I just traded a 2000, with 29,200 miles, for a 2002, same color, base model V6. The 2000 was a sports model with the big tires which I found a little noisy with a rough ride. The 2002 base model has smaller tires which are very quiet with a smoother ride. The stereo system in the 2002 model I bought is very much improved with disc and tape. I can even hear it now due the the reduced road noise. I bought the car to refresh the warranty and enhance trouble free driving.

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  Fun Ride, Reasonable Price, Enuff luxury - 2002 Mercury Cougar
  By AnarchusTheElder - November 2 - 10:00 am

  At 51 years old, I needed a fun car that wouldnt make it impossible to send my kids to college. I did a lot of research and the Merc Cougar came out on top. Not the fastest or most prestigious, but, to me, the best toy for the $$. V6, 24 valves, full power, perfect fit for my 57" frame. All this with 30mpg on the open road. It corners better than any of my other cars, and makes me feel like I am in control.

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  "The only car I want to drive" - 2002 Mercury Cougar
  By Cougar for life - September 10 - 10:00 am

  I previously owned a 1999 cougar which was my first car when I was a junior in high school, but I was foolish and traded that car in when it had 46000 miles on it. Now, I am a sophmore in college and I recently purchased a 2002 cougar. This one is the Ultimate version. Both of my cougars have been excellent cars. The minute I get into them I get a feeling like the car was made specifically for me. That is probably the best thing about the car. What else can I say? I havent had any problems with either of the cougars Ive owned.

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  Cougar gone wrong - 2002 Mercury Cougar
  By madcougar - September 3 - 2:00 am

  I should of known the first day it was a lemon, when speedometer broke and my tire blew out. For the past year I have been in and out of the service shop because my car stops while Im driving, with no warning at all. I can be on the highway or on streets, and it will just turn off. I regret ever buying this car, I wish I would read these other reviews before I purchased it.

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  Be glad its gone! - 2002 Mercury Cougar
  By Big John - March 10 - 2:00 am

  I thought Id give Ford one more chance, but I should have bought Japanese car. Rough engine performance, tires vibrate, no low-end torque, squeaks, hood needed to be painted, and now CD player giving me trouble. Looks are deceiving and you get what you pay for. A lot of car for money, but want to trade out now and get a quality vehicle with some performance. Way down on horsepower compared to other V6 sport coupes.