2008
Mercury Grand Marquis

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  • 4dr Sdn GS
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    $25,435
    15 City / 23 Hwy
    MPG
    6
    Seat capacity
    Gas/Ethanol V8
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    Rear Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr Sdn LS
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    $28,325
    15 City / 23 Hwy
    MPG
    6
    Seat capacity
    Gas/Ethanol V8
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    Rear Wheel Drive
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Notable features

Six-passenger seating
Traditional full-size RWD layout
Standard ABS
Optional side-impact airbags
E85-compatible V-8

The good & the bad

The good

Interior space
Trunk capacity
Ride comfort
Crash-test ratings

The bad

RWD winter traction
Fuel economy in city
In-town maneuverability
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Expert 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis review

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Vehicle Overview
Mercury’s Grand Marquis and Lincoln’s Town Car are the only six-passenger rear-wheel-drive sedans sold in the U.S. with V-8 engines and traditional body-on-frame construction. Their sister vehicle, the Ford Crown Victoria, is now only sold to fleets. The Grand Marquis’ 4.6-liter V-8 produces 224 horsepower and can run on E85 ethanol. Little has changed for 2008 beyond the tweaking of a few option packages.

Two Grand Marquis trim levels are available: GS and LS. LS sedans include an overhead console with a compass, map light and universal garage-door opener. The Palm Beach luxury package for the LS carries on into 2008.

According to Ford, every Grand Marquis since 1996 has earned five-star ratings for the driver and front passenger in frontal-impact crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. With optional side airbags installed, the sedan has also earned five stars in side-impact testing.

Exterior
Lightweight hydroformed steel sections are used for the front rails of the full-perimeter frame. Standard 17-inch wheels are installed, and 16-inch wheels are optional.

Measuring 212 inches long overall, the Grand Marquis rides a 114.6-inch wheelbase and stands 58.3 inches tall. Rack-and-pinion steering includes speed-dependent variable assistance. Options include a full-size spare tire.

Interior
For 2008, three new option packages are available. The GS Comfort Appearance Package has leather-trimmed seats, a power driver’s seat and 16-inch painted aluminum wheels. A GS Confidence Package includes power, heated exterior mirrors, fog lamps and traction control.

The Grand Marquis can hold up to six occupants. The trunk’s cargo capacity is 20.6 cubic feet. Liftover height is 26.8 inches, and a trunk organizer is optional.

Standard equipment for the GS includes keyless entry via a fob or door keypad.

The LS adds traction control, power heated side mirrors, leather seating surfaces, power-adjustable pedals, an auto-dimming mirror and a leather-wrapped steering wheel, among other features. The LS Travel Package adds a cassette/single-disc CD player and a conventional spare tire.

The Palm Beach package adds various unique interior trim accents and badging, as well as power heated mirrors and side-impact airbags.

Under the Hood
The 4.6-liter V-8 develops 224 hp and teams with a four-speed automatic transmission. Traction control is optional, and the engine can run on E85 ethanol.

Safety
All-disc antilock brakes incorporate electronic brake-force distribution. Side-impact airbags are optional. The Palm Beach package adds side-impact airbags.

Driving Impressions
Fans of traditional rear-drive sedans don’t have many choices today. Fortunately, the Grand Marquis is a reasonable one, offering a comfortable ride, satisfactory performance and ample space. These attributes, however, are accompanied by tepid handling.

2008 Mercury Grand Marquis review: Our expert's take

Vehicle Overview
Mercury’s Grand Marquis and Lincoln’s Town Car are the only six-passenger rear-wheel-drive sedans sold in the U.S. with V-8 engines and traditional body-on-frame construction. Their sister vehicle, the Ford Crown Victoria, is now only sold to fleets. The Grand Marquis’ 4.6-liter V-8 produces 224 horsepower and can run on E85 ethanol. Little has changed for 2008 beyond the tweaking of a few option packages.

Two Grand Marquis trim levels are available: GS and LS. LS sedans include an overhead console with a compass, map light and universal garage-door opener. The Palm Beach luxury package for the LS carries on into 2008.

According to Ford, every Grand Marquis since 1996 has earned five-star ratings for the driver and front passenger in frontal-impact crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. With optional side airbags installed, the sedan has also earned five stars in side-impact testing.

Exterior
Lightweight hydroformed steel sections are used for the front rails of the full-perimeter frame. Standard 17-inch wheels are installed, and 16-inch wheels are optional.

Measuring 212 inches long overall, the Grand Marquis rides a 114.6-inch wheelbase and stands 58.3 inches tall. Rack-and-pinion steering includes speed-dependent variable assistance. Options include a full-size spare tire.

Interior
For 2008, three new option packages are available. The GS Comfort Appearance Package has leather-trimmed seats, a power driver’s seat and 16-inch painted aluminum wheels. A GS Confidence Package includes power, heated exterior mirrors, fog lamps and traction control.

The Grand Marquis can hold up to six occupants. The trunk’s cargo capacity is 20.6 cubic feet. Liftover height is 26.8 inches, and a trunk organizer is optional.

Standard equipment for the GS includes keyless entry via a fob or door keypad.

The LS adds traction control, power heated side mirrors, leather seating surfaces, power-adjustable pedals, an auto-dimming mirror and a leather-wrapped steering wheel, among other features. The LS Travel Package adds a cassette/single-disc CD player and a conventional spare tire.

The Palm Beach package adds various unique interior trim accents and badging, as well as power heated mirrors and side-impact airbags.

Under the Hood
The 4.6-liter V-8 develops 224 hp and teams with a four-speed automatic transmission. Traction control is optional, and the engine can run on E85 ethanol.

Safety
All-disc antilock brakes incorporate electronic brake-force distribution. Side-impact airbags are optional. The Palm Beach package adds side-impact airbags.

Driving Impressions
Fans of traditional rear-drive sedans don’t have many choices today. Fortunately, the Grand Marquis is a reasonable one, offering a comfortable ride, satisfactory performance and ample space. These attributes, however, are accompanied by tepid handling.

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Safety review

Based on the 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Frontal driver
5/5
Frontal passenger
5/5
Nhtsa rollover rating
5/5
Side driver
5/5
Side rear passenger
5/5

Factory warranties

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 60,000 miles

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Consumer reviews

96% of drivers recommend this car
4.7 / 5
Based on 29 reviews
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Comfort 4.9
Interior 4.2
Performance 4.5
Value 4.7
Exterior 4.3
Reliability 4.8

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  • By Zack from South Deerfield, MA
    Owns this car
    March 7, 2024

    Ole reliable, Sofa on wheels.

    Does great burnouts and is a great first car. Also a great sound system. The thing is a sofa on wheels. Best car ever made
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By REDROVER from FT MYERS, FL
    Owns this car
    January 24, 2020

    LUXURY RIDE FOR LESS MONEY!

    JUST A VERY GOOD CAR. RIDES LIKE A CADILLAC....USED TO RIDE! VERY SMOOTH. USES REGULAR GAS. PROBABLY GOOD FOR 300,000 MILES AS THEY WERE OFTEN USED AS TAXI CABS IN THE OLD DAYS. OF COURSE MY GRAND MARQUIS LS IS MUCH MORE OF A LUXURY CAR.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By mundo330 from Atlanta GA
    Owns this car
    June 16, 2019

    Comfort, Power, Tons of room, still avrgs 20mpg

    This vehicle is super comfortable, powerful, has room for six and all their luggage, and still Gets 20MPG average. Rides like you are on air, but still gives good feedback of road. If it had a rear seat pass-through my planes wing would fit in and I would keep it.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Old school from Tampa Fl
    Owns this car
    April 18, 2019

    Very reliable, classic design

    Great car really well take care of. Looks great runs great rides great. No problems well maintained full synthetic oil for life of car. recommend
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Jay from Little rock
    Owns this car
    March 17, 2019

    Owned a dozen... never had a major problem

    I am 6'6". 12 years ago I saw a list of best cars based on money to spend. I was broke at the time, so I focused on cars under 6k. The Grand Marquis and Crown Victoria were the only on the list I could fit in. They made major improvements in 2003; don't buy one older. Since then, I have owned about a dozen of these, including P71s (cop cars) and a Crown Victoria Sport and the rare Marquis LSE--both are basically top trim cop cars with center console shifter. I bought and sold from individuals and "drove for free" and pocketed money for a decade without any major problems... but watch out for cop cars that had lights and all--electrical problems. After 4 or 5 years without one, I just bought a 2008 Marquis LS from an elderly couple... 44k miles for 4k. I realize now how much I missed these! Can't beat it for highway cruising and comfort. And they get up and go! You either like the exterior styling or not. It has definitely grown on me. Best cars for the money, maintenance and reliability.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Long Island Mike from Nesconset, New York
    Owns this car
    January 15, 2019

    Best car I have ever owned

    This is my third (3rd) Mercury Gran Marquis that I have owned. I'm disappointed that the manufacturer has elected to discontinue this Make and Model. Otherwise, I would be buying another one. I would recommend this vehicle to anybody who is looking for a reliable vehicle that will give years (and miles) of service.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Long Island Mike from Nesconset, New York
    Owns this car
    January 3, 2019

    This is my third (3rd) same make car

    The car has been very reliable. I have driven it both locally and on my various trips to Florida. I found the car comfortable and felt that it provided ample protection in the event of an unfortunate accident. I am sad that Lincoln had decided to discontinue this brand. I would have bought it again - if it were still being manufactured in 2019.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Shane from Ettrick Wi
    Owns this car
    December 24, 2018

    Good value for the money.

    The dealer handled everything excellent. I was very happy with the overall buying experience. Don Johnson made the deal and financing that was the perfect fit for me. Thanks Shane Harms.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Merc Man from Worthington
    Owns this car
    July 19, 2018

    Bang for the buck!

    I was hooked after my 1st Mercury a 1995 bought used in 97. Since then I've owned a 97,99 and a 2005. And currently own another relative a 2003 Marauder. These cars are still available at a steal! Most car lots will deal on these models because they aren't mainstream popular. Very few people realize how well they drive and how reliable they really are. If you don't mind rear wheel drive and so so city gas mileage then you should check out one of these big guys! Decent power from the bullitt reliable 4.6 v-8. So many still out there languishing on used car dealer lots!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Mysteryozo from Houston, TX
    Owns this car
    July 11, 2018

    Reliable Smooth Ride That's Easy To Maintain

    I got what I expected from this car. Reliable smooth comfortable ride with plenty of room for 5 passengers and cargo. I also got plenty of complements from friends and neighbors and all I did was just keep it clean. Maintenance is easy as parts are not too expensive. Mechanics don't charge me too much since the engine compartment is easily accessible. A simple upgrade of the front speakers and head unit delivered great sound with blue tooth. The only negative for me is that my GS trim is just too simple - too "vanilla" for me.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Byoung from Kirbyville, Texas
    Owns this car
    February 12, 2018

    The most reliable car we've owned

    We have driven Grand Marquis for a lot of years now. They are reliable, comfortable, and get very good gas mileage.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Shawmen from Denver, CO
    Owns this car
    December 5, 2017

    Ain?t broke so don?t fix it!

    Reliable vehicle. Dated design, but if it ain?t broke don?t fix it. No surprises with this vehicle. You know what you are going to get.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis?

The 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis is available in 2 trim levels:

  • GS (1 style)
  • LS (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis?

The 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis offers up to 15 MPG in city driving and 23 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis?

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Is the 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis reliable?

The 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis has an average reliability rating of 4.8 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis owners.

Is the 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis. 96.6% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.7 / 5
Based on 29 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.9
  • Interior: 4.2
  • Performance: 4.5
  • Value: 4.7
  • Exterior: 4.3
  • Reliability: 4.8
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