2008 Mercury Milan Consumer Reviews

I LOVE IT

Written by: I LOVE IT on 07/31/2009

Vehicle

2008 Mercury Milan V6 Premier 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I love the looks, performance, and the interior options on this car. I have owned imports in the past, and this car beats them hands down. The ride is very smooth, and handles like a dream. I was very surprised of the great engine performance from an AWD.Consumer Report got this car right. It's the best and safest vehicle on the road today

Favorite Features

Leather and heated seats, quiet ride, 6 CD player, Sat Radio, and reverse warning sensors

Suggested Improvements

Sync should be standard feature

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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ROCK SOLID!

Written by: lee on 07/25/2009

Vehicle

2008 Mercury Milan V6 Premier 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)

Review

My 2008 Milan AWD looks sharp in black w/ spoiler and 2 tone leather interior.Has all the options except navigation.I never had to do anything,not even put air in the tires except w/ oil changes.Takes a curve at 75 mph on the parkway w/o any problem. Getting 30 mpg if going 70 and under.Fun to drive,handles well,love the little things I used to have in my Lincoln like the keypad on the door,compass,auto headlights,calculated mpg etc.but for a lot less money than a Lincoln.My friend has a Lexus 250 IS Awd that cost 10,000 more, has less features,plain interior and has had problems to boot!Go Ford and keep up the good work!

Favorite Features

Sharp looks, handling,rear backup sensors compensate for high trunk, Sync,Sirius radio

Suggested Improvements

Improved radio features, but that's only nitpicking

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Surprised and Pleased

Written by: MARC on 03/27/2009

Vehicle

2008 Mercury Milan I-4 Premier 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I had all but written off Big three products. I was coming off my MDX lease and was looking for a more gas mileage friendly vehicle. I was also looking to spend a bit less. The Milan just had the best look, quietest ride, fun toys(SYNC and CD changer) for the money. My prior departure from consumer reports recommendations (with ford) have ended badly. To my surprise CR gave the Milan a full red circle(highest rating) for reliability and Camry was only given an average rating. The unfortunate rapid depreciation put a quasi luxury vehicle under 2 years of factory warranty into the range of affordability. 28 MPG 60% highway/country roads. Comp Camry had 80k miles, to a Milan with 16K

Favorite Features

Affordability, quiet ride, Sync, Wheel design, interior and exterior style

Suggested Improvements

Heated Seats, Those little blue lights over the trans shifter in my MDX help to see items in the center console

9 out 9 people found this review helpful

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Great commuter

Written by: JP on 03/10/2009

Vehicle

2008 Mercury Milan I-4 Premier 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)

Review

Bought this used Milan as a commuter for a 100 mile daily commute. So far, averaging 28 MPG mainly HWY miles. Seats are very comfortable. The 6 CD changer sounds great. The sync system works much better with my blackberry then the system in my 2004 Acura TL! A slight power trade-off but well worth it for the 28 MPG. This car is a great value!

Favorite Features

Sync system works great. Comfortable leather seats. Masculine exterior styling. Huge truck.

Suggested Improvements

Wish the Leather seats were heated. Slightly under-powered 4 cyl.

6 out 6 people found this review helpful

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For the money - GREAT car!

Written by: Scott on 02/27/2009

Vehicle

2008 Mercury Milan V6 Premier 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I didn't know what to expect from this car. I traded an 04 STS Cadillac, and thought I was giving up a lot. Didn't happen! Love the room in this car. Love the comfort (I drive 35,000 a year) and love the fact that everything works, no squeaks, and great milage. Around 25 mpg. I am VERY happy with this car, and can't wait to buy an 2010. Love it!

Favorite Features

sync. heated seats. sound system. comfort.

Suggested Improvements

little noisey with wind at highway speeds.

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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NICE RIDE

Written by: vince on 02/02/2009

Vehicle

2008 Mercury Milan I-4 Premier 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I bought this car a few months ago, and the ride is awsome. Drives like a lincoln. I got the V4, and it gets great gas milage. It has a lot of power for a v-4. About 28 mpg hwy. The stereo has a great sound. Finger touch steering wheel for radio and cruise control. Leather seats are padded for a nice long ride. Its a classey type car for the money. A little hard to see out the back window when backing. I would recommend this car.

Favorite Features

Very comfortable to drive. Lots of options, and the buttons are easy to touch. Stereo sounds awsome.

Suggested Improvements

Could have a better veiw out the back window for backing. The clock could have been digital.

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Better than expected

Written by: maxie on 12/01/2008

Vehicle

2008 Mercury Milan V6 Premier 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6A)

Review

After having my heart set on an Audi A4, I test drove the Milan at the same dealership. When I compared the cars, it was apparent the Milan was the better buy, and I decided to take the chance. Of course, it's not an Audi, but it is very comfortable, has great features like the Sync and the satellite radio, and drives extremely well. After putting about 7,000 miles on it, I'm still happy with my decision and would definitely recommend this car to anyone.

Favorite Features

It's very comfortable, the interior is sharp with the two tone leather, the sync is awesome, and I'm addicted to the satellite radio.

Suggested Improvements

The back end is very high, making it important to use the reverse sensors, I'd prefer the clock to be digital, and the vents are pretty loud.

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Nice vehicle, great price

Written by: Pat on 11/24/2008

Vehicle

2008 Mercury Milan V6 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I purchased this vehicle used with only 3000 miles! It was not my first choice, but I had read about it online and decided to try it. The dealer had it in a back corner. I like the drive and I feel comfortable and I like all of the features, although I will probably never use them all. I am not impressed with my mpg's so far, although I am told it will get better as I "break the car in". I am getting 17 highway! Except for that, I love the vehicle. It has a smooth ride and I get no interior rattling (so far) as some have reported.

Favorite Features

I like the extra compartments, especially the on dash compartment. It is a great use of space. I also like the trunk space and split seats.

Suggested Improvements

The sun visor is totally useless! I am 5 feet and it does me no good at all, so I had to buy an extension from the auto supply store. The interior of my vehicle is all light tan, so keeping it clean is going to be a major deal. As mentioned, the mpg is awful and needs to be improved.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Top notch sedan

Written by: mlconlan on 11/18/2008

Vehicle

2008 Mercury Milan I-4 Premier 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)

Review

The Mercury Milan is simply a better drive than any of the usual suspects in the mid-size sedan category. The I- 4 does not make for a fast sedan, but I knew that going in. The exterior design is distinctive without trying to be different, and presents an exceptionally well balanced look. The trim package on my otherwise base model Milan included top rated Michelin tires and beatiful 17 inch wheels. The interior is very well laid out,and sensible. the fit and finish flawless, and reliability 100% so far.

Favorite Features

Driver's position is perfect and comfortable. Handling is perfectly well balanced and neutral

Suggested Improvements

Downshiftable 5-speed auto (I do not know if 6-speed is).

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Real review

Written by: Leo on 11/09/2008

Vehicle

2008 Mercury Milan I-4 Premier 4dr Sedan (2.3L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I am giving the car points by what it realy deserves. This car is decent looking, fairly comfortable, and has good mileage. The car is probably best value due to factory incentives. The problems are - not enaugh headspace for people 6'1" and over, engine is little bit noisier and definitely not silky smooth. It also lacks the power to accelerate - be prepared to be passed by moms in minivans. I had a problem with steering (pulling to left side), this was fixed by dealership (changed steering rod) as warranty repairs. Otherwise no problem with quality. Everything works fine. Also Ford improved the lights so you can drive at night and actually see.

Favorite Features

Good mileage - 27 mpg of real driving (mix 1/3 highway - 2/3 stop and go). Upscale interier - I like it more then BMW 3 series. Very good audio. The use of lifters on trunk hood provides lot of usable space in trunk, the back seats fold easily.

Suggested Improvements

Allow the front seats to adjust little lower to allow 1-2 inches more headspace. Give it better engine - more efficient - meaning more power with the same or better mileage, and less noisy. Make the gas cap easier to screw on - the angle of the pipe makes it hard to screw it on.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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