2008 Mercury Sable
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Mercury Sable
Overall Score - NA
Reviewers think the Sable is a strong but unexciting choice for a family car. They praise its spacious interior, roomy trunk and improved V-6 engine, but find the exterior bland and the transmission sluggish. If you're looking for an affordable large car, also consider the Toyota Avalon or the Chrysler 300 Series.
Mercury did more than simply swap out a nameplate when it created the 2008 Mercury Sable from the 2007 Mercury Montego. They also added a more powerful engine and optional all-wheel drive. The changes earn good reviews, but aren't enough to catapult the Sable to the top of the class. The most common complain about the Sable is that it is a bland but well-made car, without any standout features.
With gas prices spiking in 2008, we should note that the Sable scores near the top of its class in fuel economy -- an important value consideration.
IntelliChoice has not yet rated the 2008 Mercury Sable for value compared to other cars in its class.
Sable Performance - NA
Reviews praise the 2008 Mercury Sable's more powerful new engine and smooth handling, with only a few reservations. "The cars feel a bit big and ponderous," according to Car and Driver, "but they move along well enough. These are tuned for comfort, not speed." continue
Sable Exterior - NA
Reviewers find the 2008 Mercury Sable's exterior elegant and very similar to the now-departed Montego, but few find it eye-catching or think that it will stand out in a crowd. continue
Sable Interior - NA
The 2008 Mercury Sable's interior is well-equipped and comfortable, according to reviewers, though a few complain about cheap materials. continue
Sable Safety - NA
The 2008 Mercury Sable earns top scores in federal government crash tests and has a strong set of standard accident avoidance and crash protection features. continue
Sable Reliability - NA
The 2008 Mercury Sable comes with Ford Motor Company's three-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty. continue
