Overview & Reviews

The Montego is an all-new premium family sedan built on the Volvo S80 platform. Both front- and all-wheel-drive versions are available.

• Spacious cabin, huge trunk, smooth ride quality, available all-wheel drive, plenty of safety features.

• Mediocre engine performance, some low-grade interior materials, no stability control.

User Reviews:

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  Best car I ever had - 2005 Mercury Montego
  By Jean Clubine - January 24 - 12:40 am

  I bought this car because a I wanted a larger car with front wheel drive. This is one of the few that had it besides GM. Bought it new with 200 miles on it. It is definitely the most trouble free and dependable car I have ever had. I previously had a Cadillac Deville and it has all the bells and whistles I had on the Cadillac. I got the Premier because I wanted the leather seats and then got other options, too. I had always wanted a Mercury but had never had one. I shouldnt have waited so long to get one.

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  Not all of us like SUVs - 2005 Mercury Montego
  By rizcpa - October 3 - 10:30 pm

  The car is absolutly wonderful in the snow. Have had nothing but good to say about it. Caught the gravel once and the car pulled right out of it. Worst snow of the year and drove right through it, the all wheel drive is great! Plenty of room in the back for my teenage boys, more room in the car and trunk than in most of the SUVs on the market. Sits a little higher than other cars but lower than a truck. The only problem I have is reaching over the window sill at the bank and the ATMs. Going to sell the 2005 and buy a new one. I havent found another car on the market today that handles this well in the snow and rain, and the safety features are really comforting.

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  Its too soon to tell, but so far .... - 2005 Mercury Montego
  By Leo Grachow - September 14 - 3:46 pm

  I have been driving the Montego for almost 4 weeks, and it has yet to disappoint. Although most automotive rags dissed the engine as too small (should be an "8") I have found that with the CVT (transmission), the car flows nicely in highway traffic, and couldnt be smoother in the city. No problems there! The only problem I have encountered to date is the "rain spotting"; for some reason, the windows do not release water droplets well, and it is necessary to squeegee them after a rainfall, especially the rear window (which could probably use a wiper). Overall safety impression is positive due to volvo platform and higher stance (to counter SUVs, etc.). I give an A+ overall.

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  A Mercury? for all ages? - 2005 Mercury Montego
  By stevec81 - August 12 - 12:08 am

  I bought this as an used car while looking for a variety of mid-size sedans. While not initially on up for consideration, I was sold on it after driving it. While Mercury is generally associated as a car for "old people", I was pleasantly surprised by this. Although the Montego is also a full-size car with large trunk, the similarities with the Grand Marquis end right about there. Although not sporty or fast, the Montego drives light on its feet and feels well-connected to the road. While understated, it still looks like something special.

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  my new experience - 2005 Mercury Montego
  By v murphy - July 15 - 4:36 pm

  I had several Mercury Grand Marquis sedans that were fully loaded, and wanted to try a change to this new model, and it really is new/different...

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  My new Montego - 2005 Mercury Montego
  By Diana McNeil - June 26 - 8:43 pm

  This is a great new american product from Ford Motor. I have only owned Ford products for the past 20+ years. This is the very best I have ever driven. I cant imagine why anyone would ever buy an import now.

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  I call it my Montego Mercedes by Shawn - 2005 Mercury Montego
  By Shawn - April 30 - 1:13 am

  I normally dont buy new cars, but this one had every feature I wanted. I want to say something about a previous review. There are two electrical outlets in the front (not one). One is in the typical place and the other one is somewhat hidden in the front center console, apparently for charging a cell phone. This is my first Mercury and I couldnt be happier.

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  Traded Chrysler 300 for Montego AWD - 2005 Mercury Montego
  By Rico - April 4 - 6:00 pm

  After 2 winters of Chrysler 300 RWD, I wanted an AWD vehicle. Liked the value of Mercury Montego. Added a spoiler and chrome trim on doors, side molding and trunk to spruce up the looks. I am very pleased overall with the car. Very comfortable.

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  Great Value and Comfort - 2005 Mercury Montego
  By Jim Wells - March 8 - 3:46 am

  It wont snap your neck from the take- off, but then I dont need to get to 60 MPH in 4.5 seconds...The reviews citing this as a severely underpowered car are way over the top. It is a well- designed and straight-forward car that evokes the qualities that Ford made famous in the 30s through the 60s. Great value for the money and everyone who has seen my merlot Premium is impresssed. I am looking forward to a long road trip.

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  2005 MERCURY MONTEGO - 2005 Mercury Montego
  By DIGGERJ - February 14 - 10:00 am

  I PURCHASED A 2005 MERCURY MONTEGO NOT A 2004. AUTO IS COMFORTABLE TO ENTER, HANDLES WELL AND IS PEPPY.