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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What a surprise!!! - 2005 Mercury Mariner
By FLASTV - December 20 - 12:13 amI was looking for space, but not necessarily for an SUV. I had always liked the Ford Escape but was put off by the interior. I checked the Mazda6 wagon and really like it and the Chevy Equinox and hated it. It was kind of weird arriving to my local Lincoln Mercury dealership, it felt like they wouldnt have anything for me. Was a up for a surprise. The minute I test drove the Mariner I know I had to have one. Felt classy and American. You feel intelligent driving this little SUV, especially knowing the price. Feels good, looks good, sounds good. After 1 week the good feeling hasnt faded. I miss things like the stereo controls on the steering wheel, but I love my Mariner a lot
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good value and reliability - 2005 Mercury Mariner
By thomas - July 18 - 2:26 amI am a used car dealer with access to all types of suvs and I like the way the escape and tribute look and perform. I choose the mariner because of the upscale style and it had more options available. I bought a fully loaded premier with every option and drove it out for 25k. It had a msrp of 29k so I felt the value was there. The mileage has improved to about 21mpg average for the v-6. It feels very peppy and fun to drive. So far, nothing has broke or not performed as designed. Nice stereo, great style, pretty leather, great seat heaters even though here in Texas, the ac is more important! Now i am waiting to see if the resale value even gets close to my acura tl.
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Mariners Many Assets - 2005 Mercury Mariner
By burgbits - July 3 - 3:50 amI purchased this vehicle for my wife. She felt much more comfortable test driving it than our 10 year old explorer. The vehicle handles great and the 4 wheel independent suspension makes the ride extemely stable. Our Mariner is fun to drive and extremely quiet. Also impressive is the Mach 6 sound system & 2 tone leather seating.
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Just What I Was Waiting For..... - 2005 Mercury Mariner
By skoutas - June 14 - 10:00 amI never thought Id part w/ my Volvo until I saw the Mariner! I hate big cars-I refused to get a minivan, and resented every day I drove my husbands (very nice, but large)Jeep G.Cherokee, while he sported about in my S40. But there was no room in the Volvo for my double stroller and 2 car seats!In fact, I felt cramped in the Jeep despite its size.I always wished for a PRETTY SUV the size of my Volvo by a strong auto maker.Mercury listened! Hubbys a Ford man-I told him I liked it, & he was sold! My Mariner is almost 2in shorter than the S40, with as much interior space as the Jeep! The cargo is plenty for my stroller and groceries Im in love,& no more $8 Volvo replacement bulbs!
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Best ever - 2005 Mercury Mariner
By pastkg - June 2 - 8:16 pmMy Wife and I bought our 05 Mariner used only about a month and a half ago. We couldnt be happier with our purchase! bought it with 47,000 miles on it, and it preforms like new. enormous amount of room for being a small SUV. handles better than our ford focus we replaced for this. We plan to buy another Mariner (2010) when its time to say goodbye to our 05. This SUV has all the options I could ask for and more! leather, power window, locks, seats, mirrors, heated seats, mirrors, roof mount for garage door opener & glasses, very bright visor light (great for reading & night), auto adjust rear view mirror, auto headlights, etc. This is so far the best vehicle I have ever owned.
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Love my Mariner - 2005 Mercury Mariner
By debd - April 16 - 2:23 amI absolutely love my Mariner. I bought it new three years ago and I havent had one complaint with it. I love that this SUV has a sporty look, but at the same time its elegant. My Mariner is black with beige leather interior and its so bueatiful. I get so many compliments on it (still after 3 years). Its big enough for 5 people to fit comfortably, yet driving its so easy to get in and out of small spaces. I just cant say enough about this vehicle. Beleive me you will love this SUV.
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Fun small SUV! - 2005 Mercury Mariner
By Steven Baily - March 2 - 6:56 amThis vehicle replaces a four door sedan we used to have, with kids on the way it was time for a small SUV. We looked at many others and felt the Mercury fit the bill with its smooth styling and wealth of features. We liked the rainge of options including the AWD with the powerful V6. The acceleration is wonderfully smooth and totally unexpected from this SUV, everytime I drive this vehicle I am totally blown away! I only bought the car on Saturday and weve already put 1,000 miles on it!
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My brand new mariner is a great vehicle - 2005 Mercury Mariner
By Amanda Caputo - November 20 - 5:23 pmDrives and handles very well mercury did a great job on this suv.I love that everything is in hands reach you dont have to look down to mess with any controls and thats definetly a plus for a mom.
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Love my Mariner! - 2005 Mercury Mariner
By Kortney - August 31 - 12:23 pmI love my Mariner. I went from a Mustang to this "more family" type vehicle. The power is impressive for this suv. It is very comfortable for me. I did remove the side steps because I found they really served no purpose, my dress would drag across and get dirty when getting in. I removed them and problem fixed and it looks great still. I love that the back glass will open by itself, Ive used this feature very often already. the gas mileage I average is 18.6 (better than my Mustang) so Im happy.
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Crazy bout my Mercury! - 2005 Mercury Mariner
By Burner Bill - August 2 - 9:43 amThis is a very beautiful vehicle. I bought the Premier 4WD model in Norsea Blue with Black Interior. It really drives and looks great. I got every availabl option except the moonroof. I wish they had more options though. This is more of a mid- size vehicle than a compact. It has plenty of room to spare.
