Used 2008 Mercury Mariner Consumer Reviews
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Glad I went with the Mercury
DMS, 04/17/2009
2008 Mercury Mariner Premier 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I have had my vehicle since November of 2008. Initially I was interested in the Ford Escape, but I realized I liked the style of the Mercury Mariner better. I really have no complaints so far. The gas mileage is about 20 MPG. I had some concerns about not being able to engage the 4 wheel drive manually, but it was great for me this winter and I had no problems in the snow. I would recommend this vehicle to anyone wanting a small SUV.
Transmission!!
lb330011, 03/20/2013
2008 Mercury Mariner Premier 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
12 of 14 people found this review helpful
I had to participate in the recall on the transmission a couple years ago after having my car less than a year. Today I go to start it and the transmission is completely out! Never again will I buy a Ford. The customer service is horrible and of course the new transmission issue has nothing to do with them.
Lovin My New Ride !!!!
tigger66, 04/17/2011
2008 Mercury Mariner 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
15 of 18 people found this review helpful
I purchased my '08 Mariner after my "00 Tacoma was recalled due to a safety issue. I love the blue dash panel,the 6 disc CD changer and the MP3 port.The climate controls and the sound system controls are nicely located and easy to use. The console shift makes it look sporty which I love.The center console is roomy and has a removable tray that can be used elsewhere in the vehicle. The seats are very comfortable which was a concern of mine. My only issue is the silver painted plastic which is used on the console and on the door panels...They scuff and look old and cheap.I did buy my vehicle pre-owned so I didn't expect perfection however for a three year old vehicle,this shouldnt be an issue.
Excellent after 100,000 miles
shihchi, 06/23/2013
2008 Mercury Mariner 4dr SUV (2.3L 4cyl 4A)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
Bought my Mariner new in June 2008, trading in an '02 Escape w/ 150,000 miles on it. Now at 100,000 miles, the Mariner has had no problems. Avg. 26-29 mpg. "Hassle" of folding down back seats is nonexistent: requires 30 seconds. No big deal. Replaced noisy OEM Continental tires with Goodyear Assurance tires, and little, if any, road noise can be heard. Like the leather seats and moonroof. 1st gen. 4-cylinder, 4-spd auto trans. work well; I don't miss additional cubes or gears. Pop-open rear window very handy. Upscale ambience nice. Never experienced trans.-coolant leakage; recalled before any problems experienced. Seats very comfortable for all-day drives between Dallas and St. Louis.
Best Little SUV On The Market !!!!!!
Nick , 03/17/2007
2008 Mercury Mariner Premier 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Recently i purchased a 2008 Mercury Mariner and i have to say i could not be happier with it this is my second Mariner the first one was a 2005 and i loved it so much i just had to have the redesigned model. First of all the ride is 100 percent improve over the old model it is quiet and smooth and it handles much better and the navigation system is very easy to use and gives precise directions and the Sirius radio is great and you can put just about anything in that DEEP center console. And i am 6'3 FT and i have plenty of head and legroom but the rear legroom can be tight and the quality of the interior is improved over the old model as well. I really recommend the Mercury Mariner to all.
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