2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid consumer reviews

The Hybrid system is great I use the car for work it has gone though many snow storms and rain storms even an ice storm. It's always worked very well

I'm driving my father's truck and it's terrible at take off. If you try to avoid getting into an accident, just get hit. The electric system has to charge before you can give it good gas. The suspension is loose fitting.Gas mileage has only been 24 Miles tops. I rarely see this model on the road.

I am 6'1 and while I am not a big guy I feel cramped In most cars . The mariner gives me the most space I have ever had in the driver seat. I still feel relaxed after a long drive. It has a stylish look and the hybrid is great on gas and still provides space and convenience for family.

While test driving on the highway my husband got up to 75 mph without any noise or rattling through the cabin. We previously owned a small hybrid and had noise issues while getting up to speed. The maronerbis a very smooth ride and we are going back to purchase it tomorrow.

June, 2015. Vehicle has 89,453 miles. The car has original brakes. Very good SUV. I just drove 245 miles today and average 35.1 MPG at 62 MPH. Push this hybrid to higher speeds and the MPG suffers. I rather save gas. Rust on fenders, single tone horn upgraded, ABS sensors on front wheels replaced, EV battery coolant pump replaced which Ford paid for. Otherwise, very happy with the vehicle. Interior in excellent shape. I cannot see replacing this SUV any time soon.

Bought this car in 2008. Have driven it 120,000 miles. Replaced the rear end at 80,000. $1,600. It was an electrical problem. Other than that no problems with anything else. Have driven it 30.000 miles this year so far in commutes to work in Las Vegas from Ogden Utah. Averages 28-29 mpg on I-15 at 80-85 mph using cruise control. No oil use or leaks. Bit noisy and hard seats. AWD keeps it on the road in winter using Michelin Artic studless snow tires. Good utility, space, amenities including DVD player. Last car you'll every buy if you can find a low mileage used one.

I am a previous Honda owner- traded in my 2006 Rdigeline pick-up (15mpg) I have owned my AWD for 4 weeks now. Never got below 29.9 mpg, got up to as much as 32.1 mpg...yes on the AWD. Average MPG is 30.1 after 6 fill ups. Very comfotable, nimble, it's a hit. Excellent Vehicle! The only oversight on Ford's part: Could use a bigger glove box and more storage.

I have had this car for almost a year and have 13K miles on it. No matter how I drive it, I average 30 mpg's...city, highway, mixed. This SUV offers the best value, mpg, and features for your money. While not a "luxury" SUV, it is very well equipped and nicely appointed. Anyone considering a small-midsize wagon or SUV should look at this one...Perhaps the only drawback is it's inability to tow...

I really wanted to do my part and purchase a hybrid. After extensive research I settled on the 2008 Mariner. I have been very pleased. It's a fun car, nice size, very comfortable. The gas mileage can really differ depending on the type of driving you do. It really gets high twenties almost 30 in the city. On back country Vermont roads however, I can average in the forties sometimes fifties. Mileage in the winter is not as good, low 20's, as the gas engine kicks in more frequently in temperatures below 30 degrees. It has had a few quirks, doors that lock themselves when they are not supposed to, a sticky rear lift gate, etc. But nothing serious. I love the interior design except the placement of the windshield wiper controls which are awkward. People stop me and ask about the car a lot. I tell them I love it and to check one out.

Evidently no one has checked this or uses their GPS. The voice is unintelligible and sounds like Oscar in the garbage car when it names streets. The dealership has not been able to repair it after 3 tries. At first, Ford basically acted as if we were crazy, and told us we could try to get a second opinion, but the service manager checked his Lincoln and found out it has the same problem. We were not pleased with the response from Ford. We're still waiting to hear from the dealership. The business is a service business and we are in the field most days and wanted a working GPS to assist with service calls, especially to new addresses.