Overview & Reviews

The Mariner, based on the successful Ford Escape, is new for 2005.

• Powerful V6, large cargo capacity, comfortable and stylish interior, carlike handling.

• Faux wood trim is unconvincing, fuel-thirsty V6.

User Reviews:

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  Rate this vehicle - 2005 Mercury Mariner
  By Lisa - March 22 - 8:26 pm

  I love the style of the vehicle however the fuel economy is not what I expected. Currently the Mariner is only averaging 15.5 miles per gallon and on the sticker it stated 19-24 mile per gallon. I currently have 7,000 miles on the vehicle. Other than the mileage I am pleased.

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  2005 White Mariner - 2005 Mercury Mariner
  By R E Prue - December 22 - 6:56 pm

  Lots of pep and great handling. Mileage about 3-4 mpg better than 2002 Explorer that was previous vehicle. Ride is about equal even tho it is smaller.

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  Perfect Blue - 2005 Mercury Mariner
  By Perfect Blue - November 12 - 2:30 pm

  We looked a long time trying to decide between more pricey luxury brands and more basic offerings like the Escape. As soon as I saw the Mariner I knew it was the perfect compromise and bought it. I could not have made a better choice. Fully loaded it offers all the extras but with a very affordable price. It has been fun to drive and has not presented any maintenance problems. I only wish they offered the Navigation system offered with newer models.

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  Love It!! - 2005 Mercury Mariner
  By Karen - August 10 - 9:16 am

  I previously drove a Toyota Corolla and thought it was a great auto. Since driving the compact Mariner, I love the handling and sitting up higher. A very nice automobile.

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  Nice looks, tight ride. - 2005 Mercury Mariner
  By The Monsignor - May 26 - 6:53 pm

  This vehicle nicely fills a niche between the larger luxury SUVs and the more expensive, smaller luxury SUVs (I consider it entry-level luxury). The engine is wonderful and peppy (V6), and the two-tone leather trim is nicely done. The suspension is smoother than the Escape, and it drives more carish than truckish. Brakes are quite responsive. The interior with chrome trim and very dark faux wood is quite handsome, and helped seal the deal. I went with white (living in a hot climate and beige leather). Mercury has done a nice job, and I expect to see more of these on the road soon.

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  my little fun suv - 2005 Mercury Mariner
  By sheila - April 15 - 10:23 am

  I have had this car since the 31st of december and have had a ball driving it handles very well and really enjoy the heated seats on cold mornings. Would like the suv more if it had a navigational system or onstar available on ford products.

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  Affordable Luxury - 2005 Mercury Mariner
  By Slider - March 31 - 8:30 am

  We test drove a bunch of vehicles including the Chevy Equinox, Isuzu Axiom, Honda CR-V, and the Mitsubishi Endeavor. Being in our late 20’s, my wife and I didn’t ever think that we would be looking, let alone buying a Mercury, but we did. We fell in love with everything from the two-tone leather to the “waterfall” grill. My wife is 4’10” so the larger SUVs were out of the question. The seat had more than enough adjustment to suite her needs. The Mariner is far from a cloned Escape. It is definitely in a league of its own.

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  Drivin In Style - 2005 Mercury Mariner
  By D. L. H. - March 3 - 7:03 am

  When my minivan was ready for retirement I knew I needed something that could work hard but look good. I had been reading about the Mariner since forever and was eager to test drive it. Well one test drive was all it took! THE MARINER is IT!! It has the roominess of a van, the handling of a car, the solid feel of safety, and enough of a trunk that we can pack up the family and head to the beach for a week. Plus its so pretty! We definitely made the right choice!

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  Upscale Ford Escape...Very Upscale!!! - 2005 Mercury Mariner
  By Jay - January 7 - 11:30 am

  Ive driven a Ford Escape and traded it in for this beauty. Excellent interior and exterior design althought I know its all Ford Escape within. I loved my Escape and didnt think it could get any better. Boy was I wrong!!!

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  I like my Mariner - 2005 Mercury Mariner
  By Andrea - October 28 - 7:40 pm

  This car handles very well, has excellent acceleration, and is basically fun to drive. The base model includes all the essential features (auto.,A/C,CD,cruise,p/w,p/l,etc.), and the gas mileage is very good. Personally, I dont like giant gas- guzzling SUVs, so the economical and compact Mariner was a good choice for me. It gives you the utility, seat height, and road view of an SUV without being cumbersome and wasteful. Also, a lot of people have complimented the looks of the vehicle.