Overview & Reviews

The Mercury Mariner Hybrid, a twin to the successful Escape Hybrid, is new for 2006.

• Powerful and efficient hybrid powertrain, large cargo capacity, comfortable and stylish interior, carlike handling, optional side curtain airbags.

• Four-cylinder engine feels unrefined at high rpm.

User Reviews:

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  Everything I Expected and More! - 2006 Mercury Mariner Hybrid
  By PAlea - February 24 - 3:23 am

  Switching from a 5.0L Explorer to the Mariner Hybrid has been a boom to my budget. Ive gone from 14 to 30.5 mpg, more than double! I was filling the Explorer 2.5 per week for $150 and now Im filling every 6 days for $42. The Mariner almost pays for itself! Both my children are learning to drive and they also prefer the Mariner. Its fun to drive, agile, accelerates like a V8, and comfortable. Plenty of room for five adults. I still use the Explorer for hauling large loads or hunting with my retriever, but the Mariner is my first choice.

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  Bad Choice for a Vehicle - 2006 Mercury Mariner Hybrid
  By John - January 2 - 6:30 pm

  This vehicle is not well thought out at all. The Nav/radio does not work well, They (Ford) said is was Satellite capable..WRONG, LIE. Said it will play MP3s, WRONG, LIE. Nav system is awkward to use and not accurate, for a $3700. option in a TECHIE Vehicle they BLEW IT. Ford bought me an AFTERMARKET Satellite radio, VELCROED to the Dash and BAD FM sound. No auto headlamps, no outside temperature. No wonder american car makers are having problems.

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  Great buy! - 2006 Mercury Mariner Hybrid
  By bridger - July 24 - 8:33 pm

  Mileage as advertised! I commute 1.75 hrs per day in DC-area traffic and have averaged 31.9 mpg over 5,000 miles thus far, but I do pay attention to good driving techniques to optimize the capabilites of the hybrid system. I absolutely love the car and derive great pleasure from driving a fun, practical vehicle that is easy on the environment. Drivability, amenities, and comfort are excellent as other reviewers have stated. Everyone Ive had in the car is shocked by the performance and sophistication of the vehicles hybrid drive - so much better than their hybrid preconceptions, especially re acceleration.

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  Very nice hybrid SUV - 2006 Mercury Mariner Hybrid
  By JBC - June 30 - 11:20 am

  Traded in a Jeep Grand Cherokee (6-cyl) for it. Going from 17 to 29 MPG is a great jump. The ride is comfortable in the city, but with bumpy roads some suspension noise is noticeable. The acceleration is good in the city but the powertrain is not as peppy on the highway; it takes some time to get to the speed you want, but is fine at cruising.

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  Good to Go! - 2006 Mercury Mariner Hybrid
  By Cone Maddox - April 23 - 2:26 am

  I sold my Hummer H-3 and purchased the Mercury Hybrid with 4-wheel drive. Twice + the mileage and I can see the other cars. Not too good off-road but a lot quicker than you would think on the street. The old black lab finds it easier to hop into the back. No problems whatever, so far. Got 30+ MPG last fill-up. Nice truck. It seems good to go!

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  More Power Than My Range Rover - 2006 Mercury Mariner Hybrid
  By Dorothy Reik - April 20 - 12:33 pm

  Driving this four cylinder hybrid is like driving an eight cylinder car. It powers up hills with a light touch on the accelerator. The hardest part is driving conservatively so you can maximize the mileage. The temptation is to go for it.

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  my mariner - 2006 Mercury Mariner Hybrid
  By steve - November 6 - 1:40 am

  I love this SUV. It handles well and feels like a v6. The instrumentaion is cool and the nav system is great.

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  My Last Car - 2006 Mercury Mariner Hybrid
  By wozo - August 3 - 9:23 pm

  At age 84 I have parked my Explorer and purchased the Mariner Hybrid. I will still use the Explorer for towing my trailers. I have now driven the Hybrid slightly over 1500 miles. It has the premium accessory package including the moon roof. Fuel economy checks closely with the published figures. Overall I am getting just over 30 mpg. So far, I very much like the vehicle, it handles well on all types of roadway, it has excellent visibility, and gives a fairly comfortable ride. Acceleration is adequate. Being rather tall, I appreciate the headroom and easy access.

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  Excellent SUV - 2006 Mercury Mariner Hybrid
  By cedar70726 - November 30 - 4:23 pm

  This car features extremely nimble handling. This is strengthened by strong low-end torque provided by the electric motor. For a small SUV interior space is surprisingly large. Seems well made with a rigid body structure that makes it feel very safe. Excellent visiblity in every direction. Hybrid components work flawlessly together.When willing to drive the speed limit (city or highway) I consistenly get around 30 mpg. Very careful driving will do even better in town. Unfortunately the car invites a heavy foot which drops the mileage to 25 or less. Still this is way better than our 05 Jeep Grand Cherokee.

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  MILEAGE 29.4 MI/GAL HWY - SAME AS EPA - 2006 Mercury Mariner Hybrid
  By rmm966 - October 15 - 8:36 pm

  After hearing so many reports of EPA mileage not being accurate, I was surprised that the mileage on my new Mercury Hybrid SUV was as advertised. (About 29.4 mi/gal HWY. 366 mi on 12.5 gal of gasoline.) The ride is nice, the interior is above average, and the automatically adjusting volume on the radio is a cool feature. I like the SUV style and the great $2600 tax credit this year for buying a Green SUV - but that being said, the lack of a third row seat makes it only a so-so choice if you have more than three kids. If the SUV style and tax credit are not important to you, you might be happier opting for the 2007 Camry Hybrid when it comes out later this year.