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its on the future vehicles or the Mazda6 discussions. Ive heard Mazda is planning an entry luxury vehicle. maybe rwd or awd.
http://www.thecarconnection.com/index.asp?article=7015
- Bret
Let me elaborate - in 96, I traded my Continental in on a 97 Mountaineer when they first came out. I needed the SUV features at that time, as I was beating up the Continental on newly acquired dirt roads at a ranch I had come into possession of. But the one thing I missed the most was auto climate, and generally didn't like the Mountaineer because of it. In late 98, I was browsing the lot, and discovered that the Mountaineer had just been endowed with Auto Climate in the highest trim level available. I ordered one on the spot to replace my existing 97 Mountaineer. It made a huge difference. So I hope it does get added to the Mariner soon.
ANT? Or are you telling me the Milan won't have Auto Climate either?
My first thoughts as I got inside, was, Wow, this is comfortable! Kudos on the seats, which are firm, and very supportive laterally, plus, large enough for the overstuffed american male butt. I think the seats would be very comfortable over a long trip, front and rear. Seating position is high, and upright, cowl is very low, which gives even a short person a commanding view of the road and all things up front. The interior cabin appointments are very nice, if not luxurious. Materials overall seem of higher than expected quality, and the doors don't feel tinny like a CRV or RAV4 do. There is enough substance there to feel like it's a car.
Throttle tip-in is strong, so you get the illusion that there is plenty of power on tap. You sort of find out that is not really the case when you are trying to pass someone going 40, the engine is sort of winded at high speed, but for getting around town, it's very peppy. More power at low revs than at high. A quiet and pleasing power train.
Turn the radio off, and you are astounded with solid quality and quiet. Even the tire crash over miserable bumps is barely heard. This car is very well isolated from the world, and not a squeak, rattle or bang is even remotely heard. Solid as a rock, is how she feels. I was astounded that this car feels as solid as my Navigator.
Over all, I give it a big thumbs up! If this is the level of quality Ford is putting into the Mercury lineup, they may really have something going here. Now, if they can only get people to try them out. I'm sure they'll be as pleased and surprised as I was. If economy and quality is needed at the same time, this little SUV fills the bill nicely.
YMMV, of course. But I really liked it.
~alpha
At least its finally debuting, I feel like it was announced and shown at the auto show a decade ago (really 18 months, but thats still hella long).
Overall, I think I'd pick a Tribute.
~alpha
Overall the Escape/Tribute have received significant updates even if their styling doesn't show it. Many things have been revised and improved. Everything from the 4x4 system which reacts much quicker, to the sound proofing.
I haven't read Consumer Reports yet, considering their background and from past senarios, they are quite biased are one of those publications we don't really take seriously. Although I am aware how it's the bible for many consumer's.
Am I missing something here? Please tell me I am.
Thank you nvbanker and ANT14 for looking into this.
Billhermann, the owner manual shows that the Match 300 (p. 23) and the CD/MP3 player (p. 27) are both satellite ready. That means that you have to buy a kit from the dealership to be able to receive satellite radio (p. 31)
All Ford manuals can be downloaded here:
http://www.motorcraftservice.com/vdirs/ownerlit/default_retail.as- p?year=2005&vehCode=mrn
I just stopped by a LM dealer this morning when I spotted the Mariner. My husband and I just so happened to test drive an Escape yesterday...it drove nice, but I was disappointed with the interior.....when I saw the interior of the Mariner I was VERY impressed....the price on both cars were pretty close which was surprising....also we are interested in the tow package on the Premier...since Escape now comes in a hybrid do you think LM will make a hybrid Mariner???we will be going on a test drive on Friday!....but my main question is how service is with LM dealerships....I live in So Cal.....
http://www.jdpower.com/cc/auto/releases/winners.asp?StudyID=866&a- mp;CatID=1
Yes, there will be a Hybrid Mariner, but that won't debut till late next year, possible 2006. The issue lies on the battery pack manufacturer (Sanyo), and they are only able to produce 25K units yearly, therefore other venues must be studied to accomodate Mariner Hybrid, and Tribute Hyrbid.
I am completely Torn between the Tribute and Mariner. Right now the Mariner is a 1000 more out the door for me than the Tribute. Looking at Mariner Premier vs. Tribute with Leather.
I really did not like the Tribute's center console. I am going to test drive the Mariner on Saturday, so I hope it is a little nicer. I guess I am just spoiled with my wife's Mazda6 console. I don't like the black leather, but the beige does look sharp from the pics i saw.
Also, can anyone answer me if the Mach audio system is Mp3 compatible? The luxury model's 6 cd changer is.
High Engine Temperature
Driver'S Door Open
Passenger Door Open
Rear Left Door Open
Rear Right Door Open
Liftgate Ajar
Service Emmissions System
Check Fuel Cap
Low Brake Fluid
Check Compass Module
Compass Data Error
Compass No Response
Service Brake System
Check Left Headlamp
Check Right Headlamp
Check Left High Beam
Check Right High Beam
Check Left Turn Lamps
Check Right Turn Lamps
Engine Change Oil Soon
Engine Oil Change Now
Low Fuel
Service 4WD Soon
Turn Signal On
4WD Locked Temporarily
4WD Disabled Temporarily
4WD Auto Restored
Average Fuel Economy
Distance To Empty
Instantaneous Fuel Economy
Systems Check
Compass
INFO Display ON/OFF
There will be a Satellite Ready, Single CD, MP3 made available. As well as a Satellite Ready 6 Disc CD Changer in-unit, MP3 Premium Steteo made available at a later time if you don't see it introduced now.