2010 Mercury Mariner
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Based on analysis of 19 Mariner reviews and test drives.
Mercury Mariner - What the Auto Press Says
The 2010 Mercury Mariner ranks 20 out of 26 Affordable Compact SUVs. This ranking is based on our analysis of 19 published reviews and test drives of the Mercury Mariner, and our analysis of reliability and safety data.
The Mariner stands out for its attractive exterior and new safety features for 2010. However, despite last year's performance upgrades, the Mariner still trails top rivals in its class.
"Though the 2010 Mercury Mariner has some desirable attributes, particularly in the technology arena, we think there are better choices overall," concludes Edmunds. For 2010, the Mariner gets optional features including a rearview camera system, Active Park Assist (for parallel parking) and an integrated blind spot mirror.
The Mariner comes in two trims -- the base model and the Premier, which adds several features. It is also available as a hybrid model, which is reviewed separately.
- "The Mercury Mariner, which shares its platform with the Ford Escape, continues with many mechanical improvements aimed at more power, better fuel economy and better drivability." -- Cars.com
Mariner Performance - 7.3 (Good)
While the Mariner previously lagged far behind competitors in the performance category, powertrain and chassis revisions for 2009 helped -- but not quite enough. "Do these upgrades pull the Mariner even with the best compact SUVs? Well, yes and no," says Edmunds. Though reviewers are pleased with the extra power and better fuel economy, they still find the Mariner's brakes sub-par. Read More
Mariner Exterior - 8.0 (Very Good)
The 2010 Mercury Mariner's styling boasts refined, clean elements and a bright chrome waterfall grill. "Wearing all-new sheetmetal, the Mariner now features a much more prominent waterfall grill that apes the single-frame grille treatment found on VW and Audi products," says Car and Driver. Read More
Mariner Interior - 7.4 (Good)
The Mercury Mariner's cabin earns mostly praise for its stylish look and well-thought-out storage features. "Satin-finish metallic accents and available leather upholstery create an upscale ambiance," Edmunds. However, not everyone agrees -- a few reviewers criticize the quality of cabin materials. Read More
Mariner Safety - 9.9 (Excellent)
The 2010 Mariner does very well in federal government crash tests. For 2010, the Mariner's list of safety equipment has grown substantially with the addition of several new features including Active Park Assist. Read More
Mariner Reliability - 7.0 (Good)
The 2010 Mercury Mariner reliability score shown is the Predicted Reliability rating provided by J.D. Power and Associates. This score is based on trending the past three years of historical initial quality and dependability data from J.D. Power's automotive studies, specifically the Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS) and the Initial Quality Study (IQS). Mercury supports the Mariner with a three-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty. Read More
