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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  2008 Sable - 2008 Mercury Sable
  By ronsmith38 - February 13 - 5:50 pm

  We replaced a 2000 Olds Silhouette, and wanted a vehicle with high seating. The room in the car and trunk is great. So far with 2000 miles driven, we are getting about 19 mpg in town, and 28/29 on the highway. This is an very good car.

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  Why quit building a winner? - 2008 Mercury Sable
  By A Ford Man Always - January 21 - 11:20 am

  Ive owned it 3 years with 60K on it and without question, the very best car Ive ever owned. Only problem to occur was seat heater broke and was fixed under warranty. Im 72 years old and have owned many cars and have driven 2-3 million miles and this car is the MOST COMFORTABLE car Ive ever sat it. The higher seats make it so easy to get in and out. Ive just wwore out the OEM Pirelli tires and have replaced them with new Hankook Optimos which are like floating on air. Why would Ford stop making such a grand car? My opinion seems to be shared with 96% of those here responding. What gives? Of course the new Taurus is indeed a pretty good alternative.

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  Mercury Sable Better Than Ever! - 2008 Mercury Sable
  By Nick - November 1 - 11:50 pm

  My 2008 Mercury Sable is fantastic. I could not be happier with it. It handles great. The ride quality is superb, quiet and smooth. I have plenty of head and legroom as well as a great view of the road. The interior quality is superb. The fit and finish of the exterior is very nice. Its very tight. I love the exterior design. The front design is very sleek and I like the clear ailamp covers. The performance of the 3.5L V6 is great. It moves this heavy sedan with no problems and the 6-speed shifts smoothly. And I love the beautiful exterior color. Dark Ink Blue looks awesome and the black leather with white stitching is first class. I am very happy with my new Sable. I suggest you go check one out. Its really good to see that Mercury has finally got a lineup that will get young buyers in to the showrooms myself in included. 10 Years ago I never would have thought i would own a Mercury at 27 Years old.

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  2008 Sable is Excellent Value - 2008 Mercury Sable
  By Jeff - October 24 - 5:50 pm

  With the $2,000 Lincoln Mercury Factory Rebate to 6/30/08, the new 2008 Sable has become an exceptional value. It has better sound insulation and upgrades than Taurus. This car has more interior room for 6 3" driver and 4 other large adults than any Japanese, German or American car in its price range. Slightly lower MPG is acceptable trade-off for passenger capacity. 6 Speed Trans and 3.5L V6 are excellent, as is overall fit and finish. I am very satisfied with this car and I highly recommend the new Sable over its competitors. Ford is making a remarkable turnaround!

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  Second Best New Car Ive Bought - 2008 Mercury Sable
  By Jayf - October 15 - 8:43 am

  The car rides great, is quiet as anything and the comfort is wonderful. There is plenty of room for relatives, who my wife and I drive around fairly often. While the fuel economy may not be great to some, it is much better than my previous two vehicles, an Explorer and a Grand Voyager, and a great deal better than the most comfortable new car I ever bought, a 1972 Buick Electra 225.

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  Hidden Gem - 2008 Mercury Sable
  By awhsum1 - September 24 - 10:23 am

  I have been very impressed with my Sable. I have had it for 5 months, with approximately 7,500 miles. Very comfortable interior, great ride, and very responsive for a sedan. My Sable is the base model with reverse sensors and leather. The leather seat are very comfortable, even on long trips. Mercury has a hit with the new Sable. At 62, plenty of headroom and legroom,in the front and back, spacious trunk. I had compared the Taurus with the Sable, since they are the same, but the Sable had a smoother ride and better suspension for only a couple hundred more. If you are in the market for a sedan, test drive the Sable, you will be pleasantly surprised! Avg MPG 22 city 27 hwy

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  Outstanding ar first - 2008 Mercury Sable
  By 2141marine - September 12 - 9:04 am

  This is our second Sable, the first was a 1997, and fourth Ford product. As time goes by it seems the quality does not get better. My 1997 Sable was a better vehicle than the 08. At first it was a smooth operating vehicle, after about 20k it developed transmission problem. The Radio/CD player broke and the suspension started to go. Now it is in the shop for an unknown problem, every light on the dash came on , its like the car put itself in safe mode. Dont get me wrong, this is a good vehicle with plenty of room, a strong AC and decent mileage on the highway. Test drive before you drive, after a while it will sound like a lawnmower inside and the transmission will shift hard.

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  Great car, make sure you look at it - 2008 Mercury Sable
  By TH - August 27 - 7:30 am

  I dont see many of them around but it is a great car. Give it a look if your in the market. You wont be disappointed. The biggest safety risk you take every day is getting behind the wheel. Feel good about the excellent safety features of this car.

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  Wow - 2008 Mercury Sable
  By Darwin - August 18 - 12:26 am

  08 sable with sync black on black. Wow whata car. Excellent get up and go. Comfortable. Luxury feel for not so much the price. I would reccomend this for anybody! For the money you cant complain.

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  2008 Sable AWD Premier Black on Black - 2008 Mercury Sable
  By Mike O - April 26 - 8:10 am

  Im 64" so I had to special order a Premier edition without the sunroof to ensure I had enough head room. Had to wait 4 months, but it was worth it. The dealer gave me the car for $1 under invoice plus a $4,000 rebate. What a steal. When I picked up my new Sable, it was larger and more luxurious than I had remembered. I have taken two long trips (400 miles) and have not been disappointed. Decent MPG for a car of this size, smooth ride, great Sirrius radio, climate control and heated leather seats. I was concerned about leg/foot room, but the more I drive this car the more comfortable it gets. My daughter is 511" and loves the back seat leg room. Merc has a winner here!