'08 Mercury Mountaineer

With a few great additions like the voice command support for its entertainment system, the 2008 Mercury Mountaineer looks set to conquer the market for midsize SUVs. The manufacturers appear to have concentrated on the accessory parameters like luxury and comfort in the 2008 model year to release what is certainly a mammoth in a midsize shell.

The 2008 Mountaineer does not need any upgrades so far as the powertrain is concerned. The V8 engine has a capacity of 4.6 liters and delivers a high horsepower of 292hp, while the V6 has a lower capacity of 4.0 liters and a horsepower output of 210hp. The former comes with a six-speed and the latter with a five-speed transmission, both being automatic.

The 2008 Mercury Mountaineer continues to make use of the AdvanceTrac system in its anti-skid mechanism. The voice command system is integrated not only into the entertainment system, but also the communications system as well.

'07 Mercury Mountaineer

The 2007 Mercury Mountaineer gets a few significant upgrades from the 2006 model. The new Mountaineer from Mercury is all set to be the worthy successor of the immensely successful legacy of the Mountaineer range of midsize sport-utility vehicles.

The excellent powertrain remains the same as the 2006 Mountaineer. The two engines offered are still the V6 and the V8, the former exhibiting moderation and the latter boasting power. Both the engines are available with automatic transmissions – the former having one with five speed options and the latter having six.

A heated windshield is a new optional feature offered in the 2007 Mercury Mountaineer. Stability features include the AdvanceTrac anti-rollover mechanism from Ford Motors. This system is able to detect and prevent potential topples that the vehicle might experience. Rear obstacle detection and multiple airbags ensure that safety is extended to individuals inside as well as those on the outside.

'06 Mercury Mountaineer

The 2006 Mercury Mountaineer gets an upgrade in the powertrain ensemble for better horsepower in the V8 engine, making this midsized SUV quite a powerhouse. With elegant styling and good stability, the 2006 make of the Mountaineer continues to be a top choice for consumers.

The V8 engine of the 2006 Mountaineer gets a significant horsepower upgrade over the earlier model years. Alongside the more modest 210 horsepower offered by the V6, the V8 is capable of thundering up a massive horsepower of 292hp and a new six-speed automatic transmission. Low-range shifting is available in the all-wheel-drive makes.

The 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is as stable as it is safe. Apart from the AdvanceTrac anti-rollover and anti-skid mechanism, the vehicle has multiple airbags and an ABS. Other noteworthy features of the 2006 model are the rear-end obstacle detection system, pedals that are power adjustable, and also an optional navigation system.

'05 Mercury Mountaineer

With at least three separate makes in terms of style and configuration, not to mention different balances of comfort, luxury and performance, the 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is a stunning reinterpretation of the Explorer originally manufactured by the Ford Motor Company. The three main trim levels available for the 2005 Mountaineer are Premier, Convenience and Luxury.

Undoubtedly the best engine that the 2005 Mercury Mountaineer offers is the V8, even though an optional V6 engine is available. The V8 engine has a capacity of 4.6 liters and is capable of commendable 239 horsepower and 282lb-ft of torque – quite commendable for a midsized SUV.

One of the aspects that have brought the 2005 Mountaineer much praise and acclaim is its excellent stability. The anti-skid mechanism is now complemented by a Roll Stability Control System. This ensemble, dubbed the “AdvanceTrac” antiskid mechanism, minimizes the chance for the vehicle to topple. Add to this an ABS and multiple airbags, and you have one of the safest SUVs in the market.