Mercury Mariner vs. Mercury Mountaineer
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Mercury Mariner and Mercury Mountaineer contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Mercury Mariner and the Mercury Mountaineer.
When comparing the Mercury Mariner's and the Mercury Mountaineer's specifications and ratings, the Mercury Mariner has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. The Mercury Mountaineer has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Mercury Mariner's and the Mercury Mountaineer's specifications and ratings, the Mercury Mariner is a better car than the Mercury Mountaineer.
Pricing: A used 2010 Mercury Mariner ranges from $2,982 to $9,491 while a used 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is priced between $3,437 to $10,206.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Mercury Mariner’s base engine makes 171 horsepower, and the Mercury Mountaineer base engine makes 210 horsepower. The Mariner is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 462 miles. The Mountaineer is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 450 miles. This gives the Mercury Mariner the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Mercury Mountaineer. Both models use gasoline.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
23560
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
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Starting MSRP:
29895
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Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
6066
Price Range:
2982 - 9491
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
30
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
149019
# Good or Great Deals:
8
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
6726
Price Range:
3437 - 10206
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
8
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
114290
# Good or Great Deals:
3
Mercury Mariner Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Mercury Mountaineer Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Mercury Mariner
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Mercury Mountaineer
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.9803467135579755
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.3749963343049771
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
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Mercury Mariner Rankings
Not yet available
Mercury Mountaineer Rankings
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Mercury Mariner Trim Levels
I4, Premier I4, Premier V6, V6
Mercury Mountaineer Trim Levels
Base, Premier
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
171 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
171 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
210 hp @ 5100 rpm
Torque:
254 foot-lbs @ 3700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.045 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
3500 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 28 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
347 / 462 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 20 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
315 / 450 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roof Rack:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roof Rack:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
Available
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Backup camera:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
31.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
67.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
130.8 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
59 inches
Cargo Space:
45.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
85.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3341 lbs
Width:
81.3 inches
Height:
67.9 inches
Length:
175.1 inches
Wheelbase:
103.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4625 lbs
Width:
84.8 inches
Height:
72.8 inches
Length:
193.4 inches
Wheelbase:
113.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/70R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/65R17
Exterior Colors
Black
Black / Black Pearl Slate
Blue
Steel Blue
Gold
Gold Leaf Metallic
Gray
Sterling Grey Metallic
Green
Kiwi Green Metallic
Red
Sangria Metallic
Silver
Ingot Silver Metallic
White
White Suede
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Pearl Slate Clearcoat Metallic / Ebony Clearcoat
Blue
Blue Flame Clearcoat Metallic
Gold
Not available
Gray
Brilliant Silver Clearcoat Metallic
Green
Not available
Red
Sangria Red Clearcoat Metallic
Silver
Not available
White
White Platinum Metallic Tri-Coat / White Suede Clearcoat
Interior Colors
Black
Black / Charcoal Black
Gray
Stone
Brown
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Charcoal Black
Gray
Not available
Brown
Camel
