Used 1999 Mercury Tracer Wagon
Used 1999 Mercury Tracer Wagon

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Edmunds' Expert Review
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Pros
- A high-tech engine and overall solid feel make this an excellent entry-level Mercury.
Cons
- Interior roominess, especially for rear seat passengers, is lacking even for a compact car.
What’s new
The Tracer gets a new sport wagon model to help extend its appeal to young buyers. The LS Sport Wagon model comes standard with leather seating surfaces and 15-inch wheels. Other changes include a standard interior trunk release on all sedans. A remote keyless entry and AM/FM cassette player is standard on LS models.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 1999 Mercury Tracer LS 4dr Wagon and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.56 per gallon for regular unleaded in Virginia.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia
$156/mo for Tracer LS
Tracer LS
vs
$180/mo
Avg. Compact Car
Vehicle overview
The Tracer has been Mercury's bread-and-butter car since it replaced the Lynx model in 1988. Think of it as the car that brings consumers into the Mercury family. The Tracer's low price, decent reliability and above average crash test scores have consistently offered recent college grads and young families an attractive set of American wheels.
After a major redesign in 1997, the Tracer has seen only minor upgrades in '98 and '99. The one and only engine is a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine with overhead-cam and split port induction. Each intake port is fed by two intake manifold runners. This design allows for maximum efficiency and performance at both low and high rpm. It helps the Tracer make 110 horsepower at 5,000 rpm while still being classified as a low emissions vehicle (LEV) in the state of California.
One-piece body construction, a cross-car beam and stiffer stabilizer bars give Mercury's smallest car the confidence young buyers enjoy when traveling along winding roads or cruising at highway speeds. An Integrated Control Panel combines stereo and climate controls for a more efficient use of dash space.
Striking a more mature chord, the latest Tracer has fewer cut-lines and a more polished demeanor than previous models. We find this ironic considering how much fun the new one promises to be. In the end, we feel that the Tracer is a real winner; no more increased blood pressure when merging with freeway traffic, no more shaking like a willow when driving over uneven pavement. Mercury has done a fine job bringing this car up-to-date and we are starting to see quite a few of these latest generation Tracers on the road.
Consumer reviews
Read what other owners think about the Used 1999 Mercury Tracer Wagon.
5 star(54%)
4 star(33%)
3 star(13%)
2 star(0%)
1 star(0%)
30 reviews
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4.75 out of 5 stars
1999 Tracer Wagon
lindajp6, 08/13/2007
1999 Mercury Tracer LS 4dr Wagon
This car is fun to drive, can park anywhere, and it has get up and go. Great gas mileage, 38 miles per gallon. No problems with this car, only neg thing is the seats are not comfortable for me since I have back problems. Otherwise this car is great!
5 out of 5 stars
Mercury Tracer Wagon - sporty performance yet func
Fred O., 06/02/2018
1999 Mercury Tracer LS 4dr Wagon
Look at the engine! That tells a lot about the car condition and owner maintenance.
5 out of 5 stars
a lot of car for the money
tracerfan, 09/30/2002
1999 Mercury Tracer LS 4dr Wagon
A super car. Does everything it is
supposed to. Cargo area can hold
larger items than all small and some
medium suv's. Completely reliable.
3.13 out of 5 stars
Mercury Tracer Seat Problem
nkloudon, 03/24/2002
1999 Mercury Tracer LS 4dr Wagon
This car appears to be completely satifactory except that the seats are the most uncomfortable I have ever experienced. I cannot drive it for more that 1 hour without suffering severe pain in my posterior!
1999 Tracer Highlights
Wagon
Engine Type | Gas |
---|---|
Combined MPG | 28 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $156/month |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 26.3 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
Safety
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver3 / 5Passenger3 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriver3 / 5Passenger3 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRolloverNot RatedDynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalAcceptable
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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