2011 Mercury Mariner User Reviews

Pros

WITH THE EXCEPTION ROUTINE MAINTENANCE, NO OTHER EXPENSES

Cons

HAVE ALWAYS LIKED MERCS, TOO BAD NO MORE

Purchased As New

PURCHASED NEW IN OCT 06; NEVER STEPPED FOOT IN THE DEALERSHIP, NEGOTIATED THE DEAL OVER THE PHONE, AND THE SUV WAS DELIVERED 70 MILES TO MY HOME. 0% FINANACING FOR 5YRS WAS A BIG REASON FOR BUYING AND THE FACT THAT I COULD, AND STILL CAN, USE THE HOV LANES IN N. VIRGINIA, DURING PEAK HOV ONLY HRS. SEATS ARE NOT AS COMFORTABLE AS I'D LIKE. BEING AN SUV, IT IS UTILITARIAN. GETTING 27MPG IN TOWN, 31 ON HWY, AND I HAVE A LEAD FOOT. I'LL KEEP IT TILL THE HYBRID ENGINE FAILS, I THINK THE WARRANTY ON THE ENGINE IS 7 YRS....read morehide

Pros

Great all-around vehicle, does everything better than I expected!

Cons

Only one is that Mercury is no more!

Purchased As Used

Excellent vehicle, no complaints other than the demise of Mercury. SUV is a few years old now and looks as good as new. Absolutely one of the best vehicles I have ever owned(and I've owned several Japanese, German-Porsche 911 , etc.), this is definately a keeper.

Pros

Good fuel economy, comfortable interior, sharp looking exterior

Cons

Don't have any

Purchased As New

I've had my Mariner for 3 years and have not had a single thing go wrong with it. It's a great little SUV and I hope to have it for a long time.

Pros

Good fuel economy, very reliable & comfortable, fun to drive

Cons

Ride a little harsh on big bumps

Purchased As New

My 2009 Mariner Hybrid FWD was purchased new on Christmas Eve of 2008, so it's 2 years 8 months old. It's been a great vehicle, averaging 33.6 mpg overall for the entire period in Michigan which has cold winters. Average seasonal values are 36.4 mpg in the 8 warm months of the year and 28.4 mpg during the 4 cold months. It's also fun trying to see how high the average for a tank can go. Last tank was the best so far at 41.9 mpg helped by a really hot summer for Michigan. The longest distance on a tank of gas so far is 545 miles, The ability to drive up to 40 mph with the gas engine shutting down and re-starting on it's own is also fun to watch.

Also love the sound system, Sirius satelite radio, sync handsfree bluetooth phone feature, ipod usb connection, and vehicle health report feature that can be run as desired and viewed online later. Overall a great vehicle for a resonable cost....read morehide

Purchased As New

Have had my Mariner a year. Had a Toyota CRV for 10 years and I loved it, but I love the Mariner more!

Pros

Excellent Fuel Mileage

Cons

Defective MECS Pump

Purchased As New

DEFECT ON FORD SUV HYBRID!!!!! My 08 Mercury Mariner has 63k miles and the Motor Electronics Cooling System Pump has had to be replaced twice. But don't take my word for it. Seach Ford Technical Service Buletin 08-24-5 or 08-15-1 and see how many postings come up.

Pros

Good fuel economy

Cons

a bit of a rough ride

Purchased As New

Drove a Mountaineer and loved it! The Mariner is a nice replacement. OK ride, good fuel economy and comfortable.

Pros

I LOVE MY MARINER

Cons

SHOULD HAVE REAR DISC BRAKES AND A TOW HOOK FRONT AND REAR WHICH WAS ELIMINATED AFTER 2005

Purchased As New

LEASE IS UP ON MY 2008 MARINER PREMIER 4WD 6 CYL WHITE WITH BLACK LEATHER INTERIOR..DRIVEN ON BEACH..THROUGH SNOW STORMS IN NYC...TWO 300 MILE FISHING TRIPS...ONE DAY TRIP TO BOSTON AND BACK...AND IT STILL LOOKS AND DRIVES LIKE THE DAY IT CAME OUT OF THE SHOW ROOM...I LOVE THIS VEHICLE AND IT BREAKS MY HEART THAT MERCURY WILL NO LONGER BE MADE ESPECIALLY IN THIS COLOR COMBO...I WILL BE PICKING UP MY 2011 MARINER THIS MONDAY OCT 4TH BUT HAD TO GET IT IN SILVER IN ORDER TO KEEP THE BLACK LEATHER INTERIOR..
THIS IS MY FIRST NON WHITE VEHICLE IN 24 YEARS BUT I WANTED ONLY A MARINER, PERIOD...SMITH CARINS HAS BEEN MY DEALER OF CHOICE SINCE THEY HAVE SERVED ME WELL..BOTH.CHARLEY AND BILL IN SALES...read morehide

Pros

Excellent feel and perks

Cons

Electrical failing (locks, car charger) failing after 4 yrs

Purchased As New

Love this vehicle! I might buy another one! This vehicle has all the bells and whistles and has treated me right since I bought it. I love it.Drives like a car but is a little SUV.

Pros

Low Profile, looks, MPG (20-24), power, drink places, space, solid, diagnostics etc.

Cons

I will tell you when i find one.

Purchased As Used

I have a 2003 Mercury Mariner and i have been very impressed with its easy handling its flexibility and looks. I have had it for a year and i am in love with it!! Thank you Jehovah whata wonderful service vehicle