Overview & Reviews

Mercury resurrects the Sable nameplate for 2008 by affixing it to a much-improved Montego. A more powerful engine, a nicer and quieter cabin, a retuned suspension and a minor face-lift are the major highlights.

• Extra-large backseat and trunk, outstanding crash test scores, balanced ride and handling, good visibility, available all-wheel drive.

• High front seats create an odd driving position that might be uncomfortable for taller drivers
• Transmission occasionally slow to downshift.

User Reviews:

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  Wonderful car! - 2008 Mercury Sable
  By Danis Klatt - September 11 - 11:43 am

  Ive only had the car for a few months and its wonderful! I cant find anything bad to say about this car. I wish I would have bought a Mercury sooner. It rides smooth, its a beautiful car, and it has Cadillacs beat all to heck. I strongly suggest that if anyone wants to buy a midsize luxury car this is the one they should consider strongly. I drove a rental which was a Sable two days prior to buying mine and thats what made me decide to purchase one. I cant get over the incredible gas mileage I get on this car. Its unbelievable. I cant say enough good things about this car.

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  Safe, well built, and well designed - 2008 Mercury Sable
  By cthelightnh - September 1 - 6:56 am

  Mercury Sable is a very refined vehicle. It is well designed and well built. I have had no initial quality issues which is a first for me. For a large sedan, it has great visibility and feels much smaller when driving. It has lots of room in both front and rear seats. Trunk is huge! Controls are logical and easy to use. Stock sound system is pretty good and has a aux input for portable electronics like mp3 players.

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  Great Car - 2008 Mercury Sable
  By RCS - August 23 - 9:33 am

  Bought new for my wife because of the seat height. Drove to Memphis, TN for vacation and averaged 36.3 mpg for the trip, a total of 1875 miles. Plenty of room and large trunk. Like the styling of the Sable better than the Taurus and interior is more upgraded. Ride is great, almost as smooth as the Crown Vic I had. Recomend car very highly.

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  Update - 2008 Mercury Sable
  By Merlin - June 10 - 8:40 am

  Purchased the car ll/07 and immediately fell in love with it. However, after a few months and several thousand miles some chinks have appeared in its armor. Gas mileage is awful. 20 mpg in mixed driving and 24/25 freeway driving. Computer consistently shows 4 mpg more than car is actually getting. Also, car has developed an annoying noise in the front suspension that is worsening with time. Havent had a chance to get it back to dealer yet.

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  A Great American Sedan - 2008 Mercury Sable
  By cthelightnh - April 26 - 11:23 pm

  We have had the Sable for 6 months and have found it to be a very good sedan. Plenty of room with very comfortable seats. It comes with the features you would expect in an American Sedan. It has enough power to cruise smoothly and quietly down the highway. 6 speed tranny gives it extra zip when you need it. Great sightlines so it is easy to drive around town too. The Sable is easy to park. It is reasonably quiet and has a very good ride. It came off the lot with no initial quality defects which is 1st for me. It developed noise in front end later but was addressed in a Service Bulletin under warranty. Averaging around 22 mixed MPG. I would recommend to anyone wanting a large family sedan.

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  Waited for 2008 and Glad - 2008 Mercury Sable
  By JFS - March 24 - 12:16 pm

  Almost bot 2005 Montego but backed out at the last minute. Was nervous over engine and quirky CVT. 08 offer sufficent power, smooth 6 spd trany. All other features - space, ride, safety, still there. USA Today auto editor said that front end bounces too much over sharp bumps. I cant find this at all. Some have said that 6 spd trans too slow to downshift and "hunts" too much for right gear. I disagree again. Exterior design may not be a medal winner but certainly not ugly. Is some tire noise w/ 18" Pirellis but no where near a deal breaker. A very underated car.

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  I like my Sable. - 2008 Mercury Sable
  By Kay Cole - March 8 - 1:13 pm

  I enjoyed driving my Sable, it is easy to park, and handle around town. It has the power under the hood when I need it on the road.

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  08 Sable - 2008 Mercury Sable
  By Merlin - February 9 - 4:00 pm

  Traded a Honda Accord 06, EX-L, for this 08 Mercury Sable. So far Im extremely pleased with this car. I gave up nothing in terms of build quality and find it much more comfortable than the Honda. Would certainly recommend it to those looking for superior car at a reasonable price.

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  Great car - 2008 Mercury Sable
  By keithm - January 8 - 4:16 pm

  I just traded an 06 Milan for an 08 Sable. The nav system/Sirius radio are great. This car came with every option except rear seat entertainment system. Car is very quiet & surprisingly quick. Youre well over the speed limit if not careful. Interior is very nice with supportive seats. Always dislike cars with seats that are "too" cushy.

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  Smooth car - 2008 Mercury Sable
  By Bill Pechilis - January 1 - 5:26 pm

  I traded a Honda Pilot and so far am very pleased. Averaging 24 mpg, like sitting higher, quality seems great. The room is massive without being goofy big on the outside. I love te soft leather and the body shape. As long as it holds up, its the nicest car Ive ever owned in 35 years of driving. Nice job Mercury