Overview & Reviews

The Montego is an all-new premium family sedan built on the Volvo S80 platform. Both front- and all-wheel-drive versions are available.

• Spacious cabin, huge trunk, smooth ride quality, available all-wheel drive, plenty of safety features.

• Mediocre engine performance, some low-grade interior materials, no stability control.

User Reviews:

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  Solid car - 2005 Mercury Montego
  By StBonas1984 - November 11 - 6:30 am

  I love this car and I had the usual problems that most have mentioned. I replaced the front strut mounts (ext warranty) after about 35000 miles. The auto down window regulator broke and that was also covered by my extended warranty. I had the bubbles in the dash compartnemtn lid and the dealer popped a new one in it. The interior is wearing on the door handle and the shifterknow is peeling. Mileage is great and I am getting those mid twenties also. Ride is great and I love the large door. The only problem with this car is that Ford and Mercury never marketed this car correctly. My kids have trashed the bumpers and body panels with scratches and dings but what can you expect with teenagers.

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  2005 Mercury Montego Review - 2005 Mercury Montego
  By James T. - October 12 - 9:40 pm

  I enjoy my 2005 Montego. The vehicle is very roomy and storage space is more than adequate. Gas mileage is good, the ride is firm yet comfortable and responsive, and construction quality is above average. Two problems encountered to date have been one failure to start immediately which self-corrected and has not been experienced since it occurred and acceleration from a "dead" stop is, in my opinion, below average. Also, the recall concerning the straps holding the gas tank was disturbing but was handled quickly and professionally. Overall, I rate the vehicle above- average and would consider buying another.

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  Great Value - 2005 Mercury Montego
  By Jim_R - September 18 - 10:00 am

  Mercury brand is back. Great value.

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  Love My Montego - 2005 Mercury Montego
  By LTCnTX - August 10 - 11:26 pm

  I think the 2005 Mercury Montego is the most comfortable car in its size group I have ridden in. I drove cross country and remained comfortable the entire time. Im very short and love the way the Montego seats sit up higher than in a normal sedan. I also like all of the safey features packed into this car. I would be happier with a little bit better gas mileage but I will trade that for the comfort.

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  mercury montiego - 2005 Mercury Montego
  By lklkl;k;lk;l - August 6 - 12:50 pm

  good buy and good quality fun to drive great dealer

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  Too much money for Too little power! - 2005 Mercury Montego
  By Michael Schenker - July 8 - 3:20 am

  This is a nice car but IT IS PAINFULLY underpowered. Its one thing if the Premier AWD model is under $25,000. Its another when its close to or over $30,000 fully loaded. For that amount of coin, I should be getting a V-8 with close to 300 hp. Or at least a much more powerful V-6....maybe supercharged. Dont pay $28-30,000 for Premier AWD model. Realistically, its worth the $24-26,000 range and supply will catchup with demand and resale value WILL plummet. The price wont go down on these but you will be able to get them cheaper with rebates in a few years.

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  Great Car! - 2005 Mercury Montego
  By L. Richard - June 4 - 4:23 pm

  The Montego is comfortable, stylish and handles well on the road. The high seating arrangement is exceptional and easy to see the road. Back seat is roomy and comfortable, and the car seats five comfortably. Gas mileage is not as stated, but is acceptable. I would purchase this car again!

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  Lots of room... - 2005 Mercury Montego
  By Misti Doty - May 29 - 2:33 pm

  This car has loads of room and fits car seats well but the 6 speed automatic doesnt perform as expected. Also fuel economy is not on par for a 210 hp small V6 that moves the vehicle along brisk enough I guess...

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  2005 Mercury - 2005 Mercury Montego
  By Bob Pollock - May 21 - 6:30 pm

  No problems to date - wifes car so it is not driven daily. Have had two (2) 500 mile trips - mileage just now getting up to rated - 28 / 29 mpg highway. Like the six speed auto - very smooth. Good looks outside and inside. Lots of room in back seat and trunk area. Could use more power but the six speed helps the 3 liter engine perform fairly well.

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  It is what it is... - 2005 Mercury Montego
  By Steve - February 5 - 5:00 am

  If you are looking for a performance sedan, this probably isnt the best choice of vehicles. If you are looking for a CAR that is actually comfortable for 5 people who might have luggage, this might just be THE BEST car on the market --> especially when price is a consideration. Backseat head and legroom is excellent in all three seat positions. The six- speed automatic transmission takes some getting use to, but gets the job done. I preferred this to the Ford 500 for the two-tone leather interior, HID headlamps and LED taillights. Gas mileage has been decent so far averaging about 26 mpg in mixed city/hwy driving.