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Mountaineer - Great SUV
angelbaby, 08/22/2003
2003 Mercury Mountaineer Luxury AWD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
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Love this SUV! We took a long trip with the truck and were very comfortable. The ride was smooth. THe Dual climate control is great. When we folded the third row for the luggage, we were surprised at the amount of storage space we had. We highly recommend this vehicle to all.
Step Up
Jose Romero, 08/23/2003
2003 Mercury Mountaineer Premier Rwd 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
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Vastly improved Suv. Traded 01 Mounttaineer. Independant suspension,smother acceleration, all the way thourgh the band, more horsepower, roomier, great towing capacity, I could go on & on. Mercury really did it right. Well thought out with great safety features. Bang for buck, Big Bang!
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great suv
vincent l., 08/30/2003
2003 Mercury Mountaineer Convenience Rwd 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
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a very good suv for its price a little on the low side for gas mileage but besides that i love my mountaineer
Like the vehicle
Richard Keller, 09/06/2003
2003 Mercury Mountaineer Premier AWD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
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Takes the bumps a little hard. I compare the ride to a Donali which I have driven but do not own. I guess price does make a difference.
My 3 Mountaineer's
MaryJ, 09/06/2003
2003 Mercury Mountaineer Luxury AWD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
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This is my 3rd Mountaineer, i started leasing them in 96 when the 97 first was available, i will be leasing my 4th very soon, this is the best sport utility, with class, comfort, sporty, luxury and very safe and dependable. I am very pleased with this SUV and the dealership i lease from. If you want comfort, reliability, and style this is the sport utility for you, I cant wait to be in my 4th one, they just keep getting better!
My Second Moutaineeer
kcbillybob, 08/12/2003
2003 Mercury Mountaineer Premier AWD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
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This is our second Mountaineer. My wife and I are very happy with this SUV, it is one of the best out on the market to drive, our 2002 on long trips got over 20 mpg, for the money the Mountaineer has it hands down....
Great SUV!!
rustyfan39, 10/23/2003
2003 Mercury Mountaineer Premier AWD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
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We have had our Mountaineer about a month-I had a Durango before that and loved it until someone tboned me! Researched every midsize to large SUV on the market,went back twice to see the Mountaineer.We were very impressed with all the safety features,especially the side curtain airbags.They offerred us such a sweet deal,we would have been fools to pass it up! This car drives like a dream and looks so good on the road! The kids love the DVD player w/ headphones-they are great on trips. I would reccomend the Mountaineer to anyone who wants a sharp SUV with great power and handling that drives like a luxery car!
A Very Good SUV
JFK, 11/29/2003
2003 Mercury Mountaineer Convenience AWD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
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The Mountaineer is an excellent vehicle. It's just the right size and gets decent gas milage with the V6. The deals that are being offered are great too. I would rate it just as good as the imports without dealing with the arrogant imports dealers.
Happy with my Mountaineer
yankee down south, 12/06/2003
2003 Mercury Mountaineer Convenience AWD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
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Just got my Mountaineer two weeks ago. $23,100 w/16K miles. We love it. 13.8 mpg so far - but all local driving w/a V8.
A Great SUV
Bill75, 12/09/2003
2003 Mercury Mountaineer Luxury AWD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
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I test drove the Explorer, Highlander, Murano, and Pilot. None of them came close to the Mountaineer for comfort and value for the money. The vehicle had more driver leg room than any other vehicle I tested. It handles well for a vehicle of its size. Excellent visibility. V6 power acceptable
Great SUV
J. Baird, 03/08/2003
2003 Mercury Mountaineer Premier AWD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
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As Suv's go, this is a great one -- came to this from owning a jeep SUV. Our other car is an E class Mercedes, but we didn't like their SUV. The V-8 Mountaineer gives a smooth ride (for an SUV) with fine poweer when you need it. Great in deep snow. Interior is very comfortable and roomy. MPG could be improved with a more modern engine design, but the tradeoff is that this uses low grade (not super) fuel, so the cost per mile isn't that staggering.
I love this SUV!!!!
Lori , 07/02/2004
2003 Mercury Mountaineer Convenience AWD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
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I have had my Merc. Mtnr for over a year..driving over 25,000 miles and love it! Have had several SUV's...but this one is by far the best. Some real nice extra's and has a different look than most SUV's. Have had -0- problems.
My mountianeer baby
rteest03, 07/11/2004
2003 Mercury Mountaineer Convenience Rwd 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
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I have never enjoyed a car more in my life. I tried maybe test driving 15 different SUVs that were similar in size and price. There was no comparison to the Mountaineer. I have had nothing but superior quality from the performance to the way it looks. Not only would i recommend this car, but I would advise you to be preparde that once you buy it, you will have mountaineers for the rest of your life!!!
Best SUV Ever Driver
simp, 03/21/2003
2003 Mercury Mountaineer Premier AWD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
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The style is prestigous and properous looking - I do not have money but this vehicle makes me feel like do. Peolpe stop and stare at my Mountaineer. It gets good gas mileage, the DVD player makes my kids and friends feel like they're at the movies. The AWD hugs the road and provided safety in the recent ice storm. There has been no mechanical problems with this vehicle. Forget the expensive imports, we have a great value in the Mountaineer.
Best looking Explorer
Tom76, 04/13/2003
2003 Mercury Mountaineer Luxury AWD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
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I recently drove a 03 Mountaineer for a distance of about 4000 Miles through the Southwest on a trip to the U.S. I liked this car very much, especially compared to other SUVs I drove before, incl. Expedition Eddie Bauer, GMC Jimmy and Montero Sport. While not as roomy as the Expedition, it offers superior handling capabilities and the same 3rd row flexibility. Interior materials are nice compared to other US build vehicles. Vehicle was very well equipped, leather seats are more comfortable than those in the Explorer XLT. Automatic climate control is a nice feature. Steering feel is good for a SUV, but could provide somewhat more feedback.
Shapest Looking mid-sized SUV hands down
californiahub, 04/20/2003
2003 Mercury Mountaineer Luxury Rwd 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
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I was looking for a mid-size SUV with a fold-flat third seat. My brother-in- law had one for 18 mos and raved about it, and mentioned he had no problems with his - a good endorsement from a serious car buff. COMPETITORS/WHAT ELSE I LOOK AT: The GMC Envoy XL was too long and looked to goofy from the back, the MDX was just too expensive (another $200/month) ,and the Pilot was slightly too big, a little more expensive($100/mo), the front styling butt-ugly (a porpoise nose), the vision was poor and the feel from the driver seat seems like I was driving a huge cave around, and the 3rd seat is an absolute joke.
Nearing End of 1st Year
Roosterman, 05/24/2003
2003 Mercury Mountaineer Premier Rwd 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
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Overall, I like the Mountaineer better than its cousin the Explorer. It's a shame, though, that Ford's cost accountants seem to be "driving" the quality of Ford's products down because of cheap materials. This is a well- designed vehicle that could be alot better if the quality was higher. I don't think Ford is capable any longer of delivering a vehicle anywhere close to the quality of the Toyotas and Hondas. I checked the resale value on this vehicle recently and was amazed at how it had plunged, far greater than normal first year depreciation which, for most American vehicles, is pretty lousy anyway.
Not a happy mountaineer
fletch, 08/22/2002
2003 Mercury Mountaineer Convenience Rwd 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
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Shortly after buying it we started hearing a noise like a clutch fan or the transmission slipping. Have since had it to the dealer 2x and they say they can do nothing. They say it has to do with the powertrain control module software and that "they" are working on a fix. Not exactly the answer I wanted to hear, especially considering you can actually feel the transmission slip at times. The vehicle now has 6347.0 miles. Also, the vehicle only gets 12 miles per gallon, which very much disappointed me.
The Best Car!
John Bermudez, 06/07/2003
2003 Mercury Mountaineer Luxury AWD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
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The car has been great trailering and driving to work everyday a sooth ride along with AWD control!
Excellent upgrade
weiber26, 07/09/2003
2003 Mercury Mountaineer Luxury AWD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I traded up from a 2000 Mountaineer for this vehicle. The ride and apperance of the vehicle has been greatly improved. Overall had a very pleasant experience at the dealer.
2003 Mountaineer Premium
Poppa Dom, 11/19/2021
2003 Mercury Mountaineer Premier AWD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
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Great vehicle. Pass anything on the road but a gas station.
- Safety
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Read this before you buy!
BrianDY, 02/06/2003
2003 Mercury Mountaineer Luxury Rwd 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 2 people found this review helpful
Horrible customer service. My Mountaineer was taken in the very next day after buying because the A/C didn't turn on. The Auto repair shop at the dealership had my car for 2 weeks. They didn't even give me a rental, I had to buy my own. I can't believe how much hassle I've gone through, it's utterly ridiculous.
my review
mgotimer, 11/22/2002
2003 Mercury Mountaineer Luxury AWD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
Very good car, never unimpressed.
2002
tmb0461, 01/12/2003
2003 Mercury Mountaineer Premier AWD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
Play tons of hockey in the Northeast. Car has been 100% dependalble. One of first Premier's to be delivered. All black, looks great. V8 AWD is the way to go! Have had several snow storms, no problem. At $29,000 delivered many friends with BMW X5 and Mercedes ML320 wonder why they paid $20,000 more.
Mercury Mountaineer
LJT, 08/05/2003
2003 Mercury Mountaineer Convenience AWD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
Just bought the car and so far love it.. put almost 2000 miles on it the first week on a trip. Traveled with 3 other passengers and we all felt comfy. Third row seating is a plus for those times I need to pack more kids in, but don't put a big adult back there. Hidden storage in second row seating was nice discovery. As a former mini van mama, I find this car easy to get into with the running boards and easy to drive.
Mountaineer
zachW, 01/11/2004
2003 Mercury Mountaineer Convenience AWD 4dr SUV (4.0L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
I am only nine years old but I really like this vehicle. It is my favorite one that my mom has owned.
Buyer Beware!!!
emon07, 05/21/2003
2003 Mercury Mountaineer Luxury AWD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
I did not like the third row seat. I drove the car for about 1 1/2 weeks and the ABS light would stay on. After three days I was able to pickup my vehicle and the following morning the ABS light came on again. I returned the vehicle for service the following Monday. I waited one week and three days for the repair to be completed. The vehicle message center it shows that I am getting 9mpg on the highway and 8mpg on the street - this is crazy. I called the dealership and was made to wait two weeks before I could bring the vehicle in for repair.