| RWD (3) | MSRP | Invoice | MPG City | MPG Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RWD 4dr V6 Specs | $28,700 | $26,697 | 14 | 20 |
| RWD 4dr V6 Premier Specs | $31,400 | $29,154 | 14 | 20 |
| RWD 4dr V8 Premier Specs | $32,710 | $30,346 | 15 | 21 |
| AWD (3) | MSRP | Invoice | MPG City | MPG Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWD 4dr V6 Specs | $31,020 | $28,809 | 13 | 19 |
| AWD 4dr V6 Premier Specs | $33,720 | $31,266 | 13 | 19 |
| AWD 4dr V8 Premier Specs | $35,030 | $32,457 | 14 | 19 |
Ford's juggling of its two luxury brands Mercury and Lincoln has seen the Blue Oval attempting to figure out where to place them in the market--and while Lincoln will be... July 27, 2009 by Jeremy Weber 2
Data indicates that Mercury drivers are using Mountaineers as car and/or minivan substitutes, not as truck alternatives, and in that respect, there are more efficient people movers.
For instance, Ford’s own carlike Edge crossover and its Lincoln sibling, the MKX, have better passenger comfort while offering comparable cargo versatility.
So does the Honda Pilot, which has a little more truck toughness but still shows its car roots—and the Pilot will seat up to eight.
But for those who still look to a vehicle like this for off-road ability, the Toyota 4Runner might be a better choice.
Its interior is less spacious, but it can be equipped especially well for off-roading.
And for those who tow regularly, the GMC Envoy is another alternative, though it doesn’t measure up to any of the other vehicles in terms of ride comfort, noise, or performance.