2002 Mercury Sable Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.46/5 Average
52 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

Four new colors are added to the paint chart, while approach lighting and an auto-dimming rearview mirror with compass become standard equipment.

Pros:
  • Excellent value for the money, high level of safety, available as a sedan or a wagon.
Cons:
  • Forgettable rental car persona, no rear disc brakes on the sedan.

User Reviews:

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  • SAFE CAR - 2002 Mercury Sable
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    my 2002 sable ls is well worth the money it cost, has everything a person could want and in an accident you would be surprised of how well it holds up.i had it for 3 weeks and was rear ended by a car doing from 65-70mph and her car was a complete loss nothing left and the sable was hit bad but took the bang rather than the passengers. the 5 star crash rating is true.would not be happy with anything but the sable

  • You cant lose - 2002 Mercury Sable
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    These are great, reliable cars. I owned a 98 taurus before I bought this car. Drove that car for 120000 miles and then bought this. The only problems with these cars are the brakes and the rotors. Dont waste your money on an Accord or Camry, this car will do you just fine.

  • Its a sad, sad day. - 2002 Mercury Sable
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    10 years ago, I sold Lincolns and Mercurys. So when I needed to buy a car 5 years ago I knew the Sable was a good choice, as long as I got the LS (Duratec Engine). I loved the engine, the leather, the power seat, etc., and knew that engin e was reliable. I was right. 5 years with no major problems (just a blower motor which I fixed for 50 bucks). Just paid it off 3 weeks ago, and planned to drive it to 200k (it has 108 now), but I crashed today and the car is totalled. 4 car accident, and it was smashed pretty good. I was the first to get out of my car and felt fine besides a sore neck. So thats one more reason to love my Sable. Ill miss it.

  • My Sable - 2002 Mercury Sable
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    A great car for all around use. Very dependable.

  • Expected better - 2002 Mercury Sable
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    I expected better from the 2002 Sable. Ive owned Ford products my whole life and never had the problems Ive had with this car. I purchased used with less than 55,000 miles and just turned over 80,000 miles. In the last 18 months, I had to replace the fuel pump - car let me down while I was on vacation and I had to rent a car to get to my destination! A month ago I replaced the right ball socket and head gasket. Ever since the head gasket was replaced, the heat doesnt work right - not good in the Northeast during the winter. Also, since the head gasket was replaced, the engine was making a chirping sound. From outside the vehicle, sounded like a belt slipping - its the camshaft sensor!

  • Great Car, Great Value. - 2002 Mercury Sable
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    With the great incentives offered, this car turned out to be a real bargain. The performance and handling is great. Plenty of room and comfort, great for road trips.

  • Great Vehicle - 2002 Mercury Sable
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    This has been a great car. I have had no major problems and does well in the Michigan winters. I can haul just as much stuff as I did in my 98 Explorer I before it. Travels great on the highway and I get between 24-26 mpg and that is doing over 70 on the highway. My premium wagon has all the bells and whistles, including power moonroof and factory six disc changer.

  • In a Class of Its Own - 2002 Mercury Sable
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    A very good friend owns a 2002 Sable wagon with under 50000 miles on it. We go on road trips in it a couple times a year and I am very impressed by it. It is smooth, quiet, comfortable, and roomy. It has decent power and gets about 29 mpg when we are traveling. I love driving it and I am currently looking for a low mileage 2002 - 2005 Sable or Taurus wagon so I can get rid of my 2011 Equinox that is gutless and only gets 25 mpg on the highway.

  • value for the money - 2002 Mercury Sable
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    For a family car dont pass this one up!

  • Mercury Sable is no fish - 2002 Mercury Sable
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    We have had good experience with this model. My at 5ft.wife loves the adjustable pedals. The ease of controls is well designed. She does have trouble with the dash board it is a little too high for her.

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