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Used 2005 Mercury Mariner Consumer Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars
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4 out of 5 stars

Love my new mariner

Krystin, 03/04/2017
2005 Mercury Mariner Premier AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

It us perfect for me as a mother and as a woman. It's up off the road, where you can see, great storage, easy to get in and out of for me and my 6 year old, and we love love love the premiere features like leather heated seats and side impact airbags. I own a sporty pontiac g6 but in my mariner, I feel overall SAFE, and it doesn't hurt that it is so sleek and stylish at the same time. My next vehicle purchase will be a new body style of the same make and model. Thank you mercury for meeting my high standards and particular wants and needs.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Love my Mariner!

Kortney, 05/19/2005
2005 Mercury Mariner Premier AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I love my Mariner. I went from a Mustang to this "more family" type vehicle. The power is impressive for this suv. It is very comfortable for me. I did remove the side steps because I found they really served no purpose, my dress would drag across and get dirty when getting in. I removed them and problem fixed and it looks great still. I love that the back glass will open by itself, I've used this feature very often already. the gas mileage I average is 18.6 (better than my Mustang) so I'm happy.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

good car

tabo, 04/05/2005
2005 Mercury Mariner Premier Fwd 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

i just bought this car after reading the numerous reviews.i think it's a good car. my only only problem so far is the gas mileage especially now that prices are to the ceiling.the gas tank is really small,that means i'm at the gas pump every 250-300miles.the v4 is a good alternative if you just want the looks. nice overall design,seats are excellent.drives fast. cd changer is a little slow to change,load or eject cds.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

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Barbara, 11/14/2006
2005 Mercury Mariner Convenience Fwd 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I traded a different car in for the Mariner because I like the look and do not regret it. I love this car

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3.75 out of 5 stars

Not all happy

Is it me or?, 01/21/2005
2005 Mercury Mariner Premier AWD 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Let me start on the positive. The Mariner is pretty inside and out,as compared to the Escape and Tribute. I have two major issues with this vehicle. First, there is an undeniable steering wheel vibration at highway speeds (70+). After 4 failed service appts., I demanded I drive another (no different). The dealer blames it on Continental Tires, but after replacing all with Michelins, same problem. They openly revealed that Ford/Mercury is aware of the issue and is "working on it." Another model issue is the brakes. Very loud in cold weather and snow and they are "developing" a replacement pad that won't be ready until March 05 (I'm on the "list"). Lastly, horrible gas mileage!

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