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Love this SUV 🚙
Amanda Daube, 02/13/2018
2010 Mercury Mariner Premier 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
41 of 42 people found this review helpful
I've had my 2010 mariner premiere since 32000 miles, bought it used from an Acura dealership and they had it listed for its lowest value on kbb.org. I went and bought it the same day and have loved it since. I change oil regularly and keep up on any repairs, but honestly, compared to other vehicles, I've had very little issues. It has all the bells and whistles and I absolutely love this ride! I would recommend it to anyone and am pissed they stopped making mercury vehicles.
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Sorry I Waited So Long
Carole H., 03/29/2018
2010 Mercury Mariner Premier 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
35 of 36 people found this review helpful
Dollar for dollar, this super-roomy, 5-passenger SUV is a great buy. Heated seats are surely welcome on those cold, snowy/rainy days. Enough bells and whistles to make driving it an absolute pleasure. Even filling the tank is a breeze given it's fuel-easy, no-cap tank. And regular gas is all that's required. Gotta love it! Both around town and long distance driving are a breeze: comfortable ride, cruise control, phone/radio and cruise control buttons on the steering wheel, voice-controlled Bluetooth and Sirius, CD player, auto headlights, auto lock/unlock, backup warning, plenty of storage and fold-down rear seats in case you need more, privacy windows, roomy console with lost of space, two cup holders for front seats, two for back seats , mood lighting (choice of colors with the push of a button), USB port, input jack, etc. Dollar vs value, I don't think you can beat this SUV. Can you get more features in an SUV? Of course, but you'll pay more too.
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Can't Say Enough About This Vehicle!
kaerae01, 12/15/2009
2010 Mercury Mariner Premier 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
19 of 19 people found this review helpful
I work as a supervisor in the construction industry and was looking for something that could climb over "anything and everything" and through snowy mountains. Got exactly what I wanted with this. It zooms past other larger vehicles, although I did get the V6 Premium model. Got a great deal on it too, so don't limit yourselves to the base model as the premium is more affordable than one would think! Will keep this till it kicks the bucket. Had a Chevy Tracker prior and it couldn't hold a candle to this, and before that a Mercury Tracer. Love this as much as I did my Tracer.
First time Mercury Owner
mariner10, 11/01/2012
2010 Mercury Mariner Premier 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
24 of 26 people found this review helpful
I purchased this vehicle used a few weeks ago and I am very pleased. It is almost 3 years old at this point but only had 11,000 miles on it. It's smaller than the Oldsmobile Bravada I used to have. I am pleased with the gas mileage (28.4) on the highway. I could whine about a few minor things but there is no point. Overall, I really like this vehicle.
I Treated Myself
normkol, 01/04/2010
2010 Mercury Mariner Premier 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
I had a Mazda Tribute ES for the last 7 years, and was very happy with it. I decided to treat myself, and moved up to the top of the line Mariner Premium for my new car. This has a new V6, new 6 speed auto, and most options. The optional stereo with Sync is great, I'm still learning the features. The ride is comfortable but solid, acceleration is comparable to the old V6, but much quieter. My daughter said the ambient lighting gives it a spaceship feel.
Worth A Strong Buying Consideration
J Tolnet, 02/21/2010
2010 Mercury Mariner Premier 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
The Mariner has thus far been shown to be one of the better vehicles that I have purchased,which numbers in excess of 20, occurring over 45 years of driving. I traded in a 2007 Saturn Aura which was rated as North American Car of the Year, in reality, it was one of the worst, just behind a 1982 American Eagle & 1978 Chrysler Labaron. The Mariner rides smooth and solid over all road types including those classed as rough. Fit & finish are excellent. A bit more than I wanted to spend, but I am well pleased with its initial quality and the way it drives, it is one the easiest driving vehicles that I can recall ever driving. Would I buy this car again ? Yes, without reservation.
We like our Mariner
Andrea, 10/24/2010
2011 Mercury Mariner Premier 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
Love the back up camera in the rear view mirror. Noticed in riding in the back seat-no grab bars, and no mechanical lock release. We bought this car less than a week ago, got the premier V6, leather seats, dual climate,rear view back up camera and moon roof. So far like everything. We have a 2005 Toyota Highlander, which interior-wise is a lot nicer, even without the leather seats. Highlander doesn't have the modern amenities. My husband thinks it feels more like a truck then SUV, I think it is because it sits up a bit higher, and the front is slightly longer. Thought we would try Mercury-My dad has always bought Fords, and we always had good luck with them lasting a long time!
Love at First Sight
piqued, 04/18/2013
2011 Mercury Mariner Premier 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
14 of 16 people found this review helpful
Okay, we were at the car sale so my husband could get a feel of what kind of car I was interested in and what features I wanted. I wanted a small SUV that would fit in our garage that had two non-negotiable requirements. The glass on the back-hatch had to open, and I needed map pockets on the back of the front seats. I spotted the Mercury Mariner (complete with moon roof!) and it filled all of the requirements. The ride is smooth, the interior is quiet and I find braking assertive. I like the bluetooth phone feature and all the bells and whistles. Our car and truck are older, so everything is a marked upgade. The price was excellent, too! Bought it right away!
OK
jtr, 08/05/2010
2010 Mercury Mariner 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
17 of 20 people found this review helpful
Just bought the vehicle and got an incredible deal. Not as comfortable as I would like. Great mileage, some wind noise. Wished the seat went further back
A total disappointment
disappointed73, 09/12/2012
2011 Mercury Mariner 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
12 of 14 people found this review helpful
Two months after purchasing my 2011 Mariner 4 cylinder the rear window exploded. Even though the dealer claimed ignorance to the issue I found many occurrences on the internet proving it was a known defect. The air conditioner quit working next. Took the dealer 3 attempts to fix it during the hottest period in Wisconsin in decades. Next a defective alternator pulley required 3 days at the dealer. Since the replacement of the pulley the air conditioner has quit working again. The warranty will expire very soon. Now I just want to get rid of the car. Had enough.
Awesome vehicle
sandy, 05/04/2010
2010 Mercury Mariner Premier 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
This is by far the best SUV I have owned. Since it is a top safety pick by the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety, my insurance rates actually dropped. Fun to drive, to zip around town, or I take it to visit the coast. Great Size. Great gas mileage. very convenient and easy to drop the seats for a cargo area for my dogs. A true "Family" vehicle. I'll buy another, but can't imagine the technology getting any better than the SYNC phone audio system. AWESOME!
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MarinerDriver, 05/01/2010
2010 Mercury Mariner Premier 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
Overall, happy with Mariner Premier FWD. I get 26 mpg on mostly highway. Fun to drive! Heated leather seats get too hot, too fast. Other reviews correct about headliner having frayed exposed cut edge. Dealership says its a Ford design flaw they can't do anything about. Navigation system is not the easiest to pick up without reading manual. Rear view camera is great. Like watching TV! My new car had a scratch in paint that dealership smoothed out, but is still visible. Smooth ride. Side step bars, don't get: just get pants dirty when get in/out. Lots of head room. 4 cyl not too peppy but fuel economy makes up for that.
Ok for to and from but not a big city vehicle
lilj509, 07/28/2012
2011 Mercury Mariner 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
It was time to get a new vehicle, and the salesman said it was "zippy" for a 4 cylinder. It seemed ok when I took it for a test drive on surface streets, but after getting it on the highway, I realized it is not at all "zippy." It has no pick up and go, especially when you have anyone else in the car or anything heavy in the car. It would be great for an older couple who are just going to and from the store, etc., but living in a big city and merging on and off of the highway, this car really is a disappointment. The body style is a little out-dated but at least it doesn't look like a bug, like most newer SUVs do. It gets 24 miles/gallon. The digital fuel gage is rarely accurate.
No Regrets
ernie, 06/19/2010
2010 Mercury Mariner Premier 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Being that dad worked for FORDS, I figured it was time to get rid of the Honda Odyssey and downsize into the Mariner. It is a great vehicle and coming from a minivan I was impressed, I don't feel like I am missing anything. The quality is outstanding, and I simply have no regrets!!
Love my Mariner!
BK2010, 07/19/2010
2010 Mercury Mariner 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
My M.M is much more than I thought it would be. The big rebates/incentives and good gas mileage (for an SUV) were huge motivators in my decision to purchase a M.M. I was surprisingly shocked at how much I like this SUV. My MPG gauge tells me I am getting 27, great, smooth ride, love the interior & the sun roof. An extra plus is the sync system which I have finally mastered.
Little black beast
Dale Klees, 12/25/2016
updated 01/04/2022
2010 Mercury Mariner Premier 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
2010. Added auto start and backup sensors . Black with tan interior, excellent condition
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Green Machine
Sasser, 07/10/2019
2011 Mercury Mariner Premier 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I got my Lime Green Mercury Mariner brand new in November of 2010. With in the almost 10 years of owning this car I have not had one problem! I have currently put 160,000 miles the majority of those miles are long hwy miles. Great on gas and I have depended on this car to get me place to place safely. I have 3 dogs and when the sets are laid down there is the perfect space for them and my stuff. It will be very hard when it comes time for me to find another car that will be as dependable like this one!
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Ten years and running as day one
Alejandro Martínez, 06/29/2021
2011 Mercury Mariner Premier 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Great US (Kansas City) manufacture... Ten years and the vehicle is running as well as the first day. Only regular maintenance has been required. Great car.
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2010 Mariner 6 Cyl FWD
roth45, 09/15/2011
2010 Mercury Mariner Premier 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
.Excellent drv & pass frt seats. I am 6'4" and fit well in either. Good back support. Back seats average. . Good Suspension - Great ride for short WB. . 6 cyl (240 HP) very strong running. . Have 18.5K miles so far - no mech issues. . Sunroof had major wind noise when open. Weather Tech deflector solved it. Easy Install. . Mileage 25-28 MPG at 65-70 MPH highway. 22-25 Suburban /city driving. . Max roof rack bar separation is marginal at 30"- could have been easily designed to have 36". . Installed 2" Curt Rec Hitch- medium effort.
Merry Mariner
Kevin Donaldson, 11/30/2016
updated 12/04/2017
2010 Mercury Mariner Premier 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
8 of 10 people found this review helpful
Check the body out for rust under the rear wheel wells, and unibody. Make sure all options wory.
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Mariner Premier
Robert, 12/16/2009
2010 Mercury Mariner Premier 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
5 of 7 people found this review helpful
Car rated as 21 - 28 mpg. Was initially pleased as I got 22+ mpg in town. Then I took a trip to Nashville (902 miles roundtrip). Was disappointed when this 4 cylinder returned a miserable 24.3 mpg. I drove the speed limit using cruise control for almost the entire trip. Went back to the dealer who stated they had a quite a few people commenting on the weak mileage. They stated it was because most gas had 1-10 percent ethanol added. Did not believe it as the SUV I traded in averaged 29-30 mpg for the same trip. It had the same HP engine and weighed only 100 lbs less. Of course there is a disclaimer on the window sticker stating the mileage may vary between 23- 33mpg. Guess I'm stuck.
Middle of the Road
Ericd2day, 06/05/2010
2010 Mercury Mariner Premier 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
5 of 7 people found this review helpful
My 2010 Mariner has had some transmission issues. Feels like the engine is breaking and slowing the car down. Dealer says this is normal. Heated front seats get too hot too fast and should have a temp. setting. Still a lot of outside noise and engine is noisy when accelerating. Climate controls very good. Brakes not firm enough for me, need rear disc. Gas mileage varies but for the most part is very good. The I4 engine labors to get up to speed but then does OK to maintain, cruise control helps with mileage on highways. Wish I had opted for the V6 but thought the mileage would be poor. Ok car for now but I do not know if I would purchase another one.
The sportscar of SUVs!
Dawn Salvucci, 01/22/2019
2011 Mercury Mariner Premier 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
6 of 9 people found this review helpful
By Mountaineer had given up at 250k miles. I had phenomenal success with that SUV having large dogs I needed another. My daughter found this car and said I really needed to see it. It had everything I was seeking, AND it was a great chick mobile as well! Very stylish, easy to handle around town, it made a real statement in cashmere white. This VOGA Edition was also all wheel drive! The heated seats, Bluetooth accessibility, rear parking sensors and illuminated cabin were fabulous additions. The dealership was so amazingly supportive that I would give them 10 stars! Price wise was very reasonable as well. A small adjustment had to be made and Chris wouldn't let it leave the lot until it was 100% perfect. I drove 2 hrs each way to purchase this car and it was well worth it!
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Excellent Buy!!!
joenavy1, 06/04/2011
2011 Mercury Mariner Premier 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have to say the braking and maybe MPG are the only things that need improvement. I have the V6 AWD Premier model and it has plenty of power, the comfort is awesome, and it drives better than most cars. For all intents and purposes I LOVE this suv and just wish Mervury was still around because in 8-10 years when I drive this one into the ground I would buy another in a heartbeat!
Not a Mountaineer
tootz, 05/11/2011
2010 Mercury Mariner 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
6 of 10 people found this review helpful
I got this vehicle after driving a Mountaineer for 6 years. The Mariner was a little disappointing-comparitvely speaking. I got a great deal on it however. Gas mileage is OK, comfort is OK, but the drive is noisey at best. And, while I did get the 'flex fuel' model, there is no flex fuel to be found in my area of the country - what is the point?
Car nut... so this shouldn't be.
vincent33, 02/14/2014
2010 Mercury Mariner Premier 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
8 of 18 people found this review helpful
Was looking for a new ride for my wife. We have a 2005 Escape and she pretty much loves it. She set aside a 2002 Highlander and took the Escape from me. So we recently shopped the New Highlander, Venza, and CRV along with new Escape. I thought the new Escape fit me like a Mummy box. Nice for around time, but no room to move around on 300 mile trips. The new Highlander was big! The Venza, expensive and ridiculous 20" wheels. CRV the seats don't suit me and she felt it wasn't substantial. So what do we do... look for a new used "old style" Escape. This Merc was priced better, has some toys like phone interface and the "jukebox" and "nav" that seems to work well.
Great SUV, sad for it to end
ellenmaine, 09/11/2017
2010 Mercury Mariner Premier 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 6 people found this review helpful
This SUV has been reliable and steady for me for the past four years. The fit and finish are poor and it's not much to look at in the silver, but it's a solid vehicle. The entertainment system isn't fabulous because the radio (whether Sirius XM or AM/FM) cuts in and out, even in wide open spaces. The leather interior seats have darkened for some reason, making it look as though I work in the coal industry. Instead, I'm an office worker and pride myself on hygiene so this is bizarre. I feel safe in the vehicle and its ride is smooth enough, but road noise is certainly evident. Even with rotating the tires and not putting many miles on each year, it's had the tires replaced every 18 months. No idea why nor can the dealership tell me why because they've ruled out alignment, etc.
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Mawwvelous Mariner
Chris, 10/27/2018
2010 Mercury Mariner Premier 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Nice driving, quiet car. 6 speed tranny works best under moderate to strong acceleration.
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Great Car
JerseyGirl, 11/23/2021
2010 Mercury Mariner 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I love the car but dealing with dealerships and mechanics is always a point of frustration and contention it seems it cannot be helped
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nicest car in the usa
julene franklin, 11/08/2015
2011 Mercury Mariner 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
this is the nicest car I have ever owned a mercury mariner worth usd $15,000
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Far better SUV than described.
Jeffey W., 07/07/2022
2011 Mercury Mariner Premier 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
My wife and I have a 2011 i4 premier. I run that engine hard and never scared to merge on I95 and drive it 80 mph and higher all the time. Still decent on gas. I also use pemium only on road trips.
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Awesome!
ernestb48104, 06/17/2010
2010 Mercury Mariner Premier 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
We traded in an 2007 Odyssey (118K) for the Mariner, sure the MARINER is going to be smaller, but it is a nicely built vehicle and suspect we will be keeping this for a while.
Great FWD SUV
simplyteeb, 10/20/2010
2011 Mercury Mariner 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 18 people found this review helpful
4 Cylinder was very surprising and powerful. Very quiet on the highway and the 30+ mpg is a real treat. LOTS of hauling capacity. Overall a great little SUV that is very fun to drive and very easy on gas.
1st Time Mercury Owner
Michelle - Chicago, 02/03/2010
2010 Mercury Mariner Premier 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
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Just bought my Mariner on Jan. 16th. Still learning all about it and getting use to it. I bought the Premier model and enjoy the upgrades. I purchased the 2WD and so far very sufficient for the Chicago weather. I do like the visibility of the SUV styling. Gas mileage..we'll see how that goes. Too early to tell but it is a SUV. My only complaint at this time is, the noise level. Chicago streets aren't the best but when you hit a bump it sounds like the whole rear end of the vehicle is going to fall out. My old Explorer wasn't even that bad on the bumps. Maybe that will get better over time. I hope so!
got a great suv
ronald mack, 05/09/2010
2010 Mercury Mariner 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
overall great suv fun to drive good milage great room
What a ride
mtre, 06/29/2010
2010 Mercury Mariner Premier 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
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This car was actually our number two choice. We had picked out a JGC to purchase but kept getting the run around from the Jeep dealership. All I can say is Thank Goodness they tried to hose us. We got a much better vehicle, with more options, and better overall quality, for a heck of a lot less money. We are sold on Ford products for life. Thank you Bob Howard Ford of Okc! I will never stray to GM or Chrysler again.
Bought a ford with a problem
BCampbell, 04/02/2010
2010 Mercury Mariner 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
0 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought a Mercury Mariner in Nov. 2009 in Jan started making a squeal when started in a certain temp out side took back to dealer 4 times contacted ford customer care and basically since this only happens at a certain temp and they do not know what causes it they will not fix it or do anything about it stuck with a 20,000.00 dollar vehicle with a problem that is now my problem.