2010 Mercury Mariner Hybrid

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Exterior - What the Auto Press Says

Most reviewers like the Mariner Hybrid's refined styling, especially with the removal of its plastic body cladding as part of a 2008 redesign.

• "The outside looks old, but Ford is doing very nice interiors these days, worthy of a second look." -- Automobile Magazine
• "The 2009 Mariner Hybrid comes with a few minor exterior modifications meant to cut down on fuel consumption, but no major changes were made to the SUV's looks. Small air-deflecting devices were added in front of the rear tires on models without running boards." -- Cars.com
• "There's little differentiation between the traditional Mariner and the Mariner Hybrid" -- in fact, from the exterior, you'll notice only a gleaming, chrome badge on the rear and near each front tire that reads 'Hybrid.' Don't doubt, however, that your fellow Whole Foods shoppers will notice. Painted in Light Ice Blue metallic, my test vehicle caught many an eye, hybrid or not." -- Environmental News Network
• "The cladding of the former model has been removed, thankfully, for a cleaner look, though brightwork was added in equal measure."  -- Car and Driver