The LS trim level is dropped in favor of the XR7. The XR7 is decontented for 1993, losing the V8 engine, limited-slip axle and antilock brakes from the standard equipment lists. Split-fold rear seats are no longer available.

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jmctighe, 10/18/2003

1991 Mercury Cougar XR7 2dr Coupe

General wear on this loaded xr7, car now has over 150K but this this beefy V8 still kicks it in, cruising at 90 feels like 50. 5.0L seems a bit too powerful for the standard Ford AOD transmission as this was the only major repair, warranty would be voided if dealer didnt set 2nd gear to be run through quickly

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red power house, 03/20/2003

1990 Mercury Cougar LS 2dr Coupe

I recently purchased my 90 cougar for $800 and the tranny was out in it but I bought a new one w/ 60,000 mi. on it for $225 and I put it in and has ran great since.

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XR7_Lover, 03/25/2018

1993 Mercury Cougar XR7 2dr Coupe

My greatest complaint the entire time we have been together is the lack of drink holders! It seems a small thing, until you goose her and there goes your drink into the passenger's lap! I love my car and it breaks my heart beyond words to have to part with her. We know each other; I know and appreciate her turning radius (about the size of an old Mercury dime!), I know she would …

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Owner, 11/28/2006

1990 Mercury Cougar LS 2dr Coupe

This '90 Cougar was acquired from a neighbor for $2000 in June 1999 just before the 3.8L V-6 engine blew it's head gasket at 50K miles. $1000 in repairs essentially rebuilt the engine and there's been no problems since. The Cougar starts right up even during the coldest NY winters, runs smooth, accelerates OK and still gets 30 MPG on the highway. The ride is cloud-like, I haven't …

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1993 Cougar Highlights

Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	19 MPG
Cost to Drive	$185/month
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive

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Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
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Driver4 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Side Crash Rating
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Side Barrier Rating
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DriverNot Rated
PassengerNot Rated
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front SeatNot Rated
Back SeatNot Rated
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RolloverNot Rated
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of RolloverNot Rated

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Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test
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Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test
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Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original
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Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated
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Side Impact Test – Original
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