Overview & Reviews

Second-row bucket seats are available on Luxury and Premier models; a tire-pressure monitoring system is now standard on these models. The Advance Trac stability control system is a late-availability option on two-wheel-drive Mountaineers. The upgraded Audiophile sound system with in-dash CD changer is optional on Luxury models, while Convenience models no longer offer a cassette player. Finally, power-adjustable pedals are a new option on the Convenience model.

• Excellent ride and handling characteristics for a truck-based SUV, strong optional V8, comfortable cabin with user-friendly layout, good crash test scores.

• Some low-grade materials, low resale value, confusing controls on highline models, poor fuel economy.

User Reviews:

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  jms review - 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
  By billsRockAlot - December 13 - 10:00 am

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  What an improvement ! GES - 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
  By GES - December 7 - 10:00 am

  Just traded in my 1998 Mountaneer V8 AWD, and the improvement in ride and on the road feel is immense. I even notice a slight increase in the interior width of the vehicle.The Body style is a knockout. I do believe that I notice a very slight improvement in Gas mileage over the 1998. It could just be my imagination because I like this one so much better.

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  I loved it so much I bought another one! - 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
  By TiminCleveland - November 12 - 2:00 am

  My wife and I had always had minivans and thought we would try an SUV. We loved the Mountaineer. We bought a black Premier V8. We started posturing on who would drive it so I said to hell with it and bought her a pearl white Premier V8. The ride, room and comfort is great. The gas MPG could be better but oh well.

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  A good Upgrade - 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
  By Larry Muse - August 18 - 2:00 am

  We owned a 1998 Explorer for 5 years and we were very pleased with it. When it came time for a trade, we thought about a Mountaineer. The third row seat was one of the reasons we wanted to trade, and being standard was a plus for me. The in-dash CD changer is nice, frees up a ton of space in the console. I also like the independant rear suspension. The ride of the new Mountaineer is much smoother than the Explorer that it replaced. I love AWD.

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  Premier V8 w/2WD - 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
  By J. Lowell - August 12 - 2:00 am

  Currently have 3000 miles with no serious issues at all. Vehicle is very quiet riding and very good acceleration. The memory seats are very convenient as is the automatic exit positioning of the seat. There is one problem with the sunroom. At lower speeds ~ 20MPH, there is excessive pressure build up in the passenger compartment without any side windows down. Lowering a window or closing the sunroof to 1/2 eliminates the pressure. Overall, I really like this vehicle and would recommend it to anyone.

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  LOVE My Mountaineer!! - 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
  By Darlala - August 12 - 2:00 am

  Its a 10! WIll buy this SUV again!

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  Miserable SUV - 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
  By dencal26 - July 30 - 4:19 pm

  Transmission went at 51K. Bearings, Rotors warped, Calipers froze. Now the rear makes noise and at 91K I need a transfer case because it leaks and makes steering difficult. Never again will I buy a Ford.

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  I LOVE MY TRUCK !!!!!!!!!!!!!!! - 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
  By Scoops - July 6 - 2:00 am

  I bought this truck after looking at several others (Highlander,Jeep,Pathfinder and Land Rover). I dont know what I was thinking by waisting my time test driving them. I LOVE MY TRUCK !! From the moment I got in it I felt safe and secure. Very comfortable and everything is right at your finger tips. Love how it turns heads and all of the toys. Benson Lincoln Mercury in Pittsburgh Pa was great. I got a great price and a quality vehicle.

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  I wish Ida had a V8 - 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
  By jefferyg - July 4 - 11:46 pm

  The Mountaineer is a great vehicle for taking long leisurely trips. We usually get about 21 mpg on the highway and have gotten as good as 23. However, it is impractical as a day in/day out grocery getter. We get only 14.5 mpg around town with the V6. I believe the V8 would have done just as well. Other than that it is a great SUV. Its quiet, comfortable, and my wife loves it.

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  Happy Mercury Driver - 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
  By buggin - May 31 - 10:00 am

  I have had this vehical for 3 months and have put about 8000 miles on it. I have driven it on gravel roads, dirt roads, and ofcourse paved roads. Have not haf the heart to go off roading yet but one of these days I will. The mountaineer has a smooth ride and a quiet cabin with easy access to all the buttons. Needs more cubby holes for junk. Easy access cup holders. Indash CD player is great. However, it lacks the ability to go backwards or back to the begining of the song at the wheel ( a bit nit picky I know). I really like the back up warning system never thought I would like it as much as I do.