Overview & Reviews
The Mountaineer comes in three different versions for 2003: Convenience, Luxury and Premier. Mercury has added standard equipment this year, including security approach lamps, automatic headlamps, dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors, heated exterior mirrors and power-adjustable pedals. Luxury models receive color-keyed running boards and an Audiophile sound system as standard, and Premier adds to that a power sunroof and a Security Group that includes a Safety Canopy system of head airbags and rollover protection sensors bundled with a reverse-sensing system. Inside, Mountaineers get new trim for the doors and dash, a three-point seatbelt for the center of the second-row bench and an easy entry/exit system for the third-row seat. Luxury and Premier models can be outfitted with a new DVD entertainment system for the rear seats and a tire pressure monitoring system. A leather-upholstered center console cover is added and leather is a no-charge option for Luxury and Premier models.
- Independent rear suspension, comfortable seating for up to seven, strong powertrains, available rollover protection system, DVD entertainment system.
User Reviews:
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great suv - 2003 Mercury Mountaineer
By vincent l. - August 17 - 10:00 ama very good suv for its price a little on the low side for gas mileage but besides that i love my mountaineer
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Love my Mountaineer - 2003 Mercury Mountaineer
By Holli - June 26 - 8:40 amIve had my mountaineer for 2 1/2 years and have not had any problems. I just took it in for a recall. Some bolts needed replaced on the rear glass. I think I have every option available there is to get, so it makes other vehicles seem like theyre missing something. We have a V8 and it has the best pickup Ive ever driven. Great in the snow. I live in Indiana, so we get plenty of it and ice. The only things I would like to see different are in the 2005 model, such as reclining seats for the 2nd row. It would also be nice if the seats were softer and there was a high/low switch for the heated seats. I dont plan on getting rid of this SUV.
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Cool SUV - 2003 Mercury Mountaineer
By kate lab - January 26 - 2:00 amIn leather trim this SUV seems better polished than competing vehicles. The 6 cylinder seems more than adequate if you are not towing (I can not comment positive or negative on towing). All in all I am very satisfied with quality, handling, performance, etc so far. Personally, I think it is a better buy with the rebates than the Escape. With out the rebates it would be a tougher choice.
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Tough Truck for a V6 - 2003 Mercury Mountaineer
By Jake - January 21 - 4:16 pmI bought my Mountaineer used with 40,000 miles on it. Other than a crack on the liftgate it was in great shape. Ive always driven my vehicles hard and I can say for just being a 4.0L it is a workhorse. Ive hauled thousands of pounds of supplies behind it in a trailer, driven off-road,done a few donuts, you name it. I bought it out of pure necessity having a third child on the way. This is my grocery/camping/work/family vehicle. I love the sound system and leather seats and 17 inch wheels. It handles great and has good power for passing. It has 109,000 miles now and all Ive had to replace was an alternator. I also nailed a deer at about 50 mph and virtually no damage. I have no regrets.
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Best looking Explorer - 2003 Mercury Mountaineer
By Tom76 - January 21 - 10:00 amI recently drove a 03 Mountaineer for a distance of about 4000 Miles through the Southwest on a trip to the U.S. I liked this car very much, especially compared to other SUVs I drove before, incl. Expedition Eddie Bauer, GMC Jimmy and Montero Sport. While not as roomy as the Expedition, it offers superior handling capabilities and the same 3rd row flexibility. Interior materials are nice compared to other US build vehicles. Vehicle was very well equipped, leather seats are more comfortable than those in the Explorer XLT. Automatic climate control is a nice feature. Steering feel is good for a SUV, but could provide somewhat more feedback.
