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Available trims

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  • 4dr 114" WB Convenience
    Avg. price
    $3,763
    MPG
    15 City / 20 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    4
    Engine
    Gas V6
    Drivetrain
    Rear Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr 114" WB Convenience w/4.6L
    Avg. price
    $3,763
    MPG
    15 City / 20 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    4
    Engine
    Gas V8
    Drivetrain
    Rear Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr 114" WB Convenience AWD
    Avg. price
    $3,763
    MPG
    14 City / 19 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    4
    Engine
    Gas V6
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr 114" WB Convenience w/4.6L AWD
    Avg. price
    $3,763
    MPG
    14 City / 18 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    4
    Engine
    Gas V8
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr 114" WB Luxury
    Avg. price
    $2,995
    MPG
    15 City / 20 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    4
    Engine
    Gas V6
    Drivetrain
    Rear Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr 114" WB Luxury w/4.6L
    Avg. price
    $2,995
    MPG
    15 City / 20 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    4
    Engine
    Gas V8
    Drivetrain
    Rear Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr 114" WB Luxury AWD
    Avg. price
    $2,995
    MPG
    14 City / 19 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    4
    Engine
    Gas V6
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr 114" WB Premier
    MPG
    15 City / 20 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    4
    Engine
    Gas V6
    Drivetrain
    Rear Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr 114" WB Luxury w/4.6L AWD
    Avg. price
    $2,995
    MPG
    14 City / 18 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    4
    Engine
    Gas V8
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr 114" WB Premier w/4.6L
    MPG
    15 City / 20 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    4
    Engine
    Gas V8
    Drivetrain
    Rear Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr 114" WB Premier AWD
    MPG
    14 City / 19 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    4
    Engine
    Gas V6
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr 114" WB Premier w/4.6L AWD
    MPG
    14 City / 18 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    4
    Engine
    Gas V8
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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Notable features

  • V-6 or V-8
  • Seven-passenger seating
  • Available AWD
  • AdvanceTrac with Roll Stability Control
  • Available side-curtain airbags

The good & the bad

The good

  • Ride comfort
  • Easy to drive
  • Stability
  • Crash-test ratings
  • Interior space

The bad

  • V-6 performance
  • Fuel economy
  • Resale value

Safety review

Based on the 2005 Mercury Mountaineer base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Frontal driver
4 out of 5
Frontal passenger
5 out of 5
Nhtsa rollover rating
3 out of 5
Side driver
5 out of 5
Side rear passenger
5 out of 5

Factory warranties

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

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Consumer reviews

4.4 out of 5
Based on 27 reviews
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Comfort
4.7 out of 5
Interior
4.4 out of 5
Performance
4.5 out of 5
Value
4.4 out of 5
Exterior
4.6 out of 5
Reliability
4.4 out of 5

Most recent

  • So far so good

    When I purchased the car it was used but with low miles. The miles are still low and the car is starting to show its age. I am grateful that the work was able to he completed in my driveway. It's still a good car and i am glad i bought it!!!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
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  • If only the transmission didn't slip

    I bought this used at 160k miles and it ran beautifully! Until it stopped reversing and started accelerating weird at 172k miles. Otherwise great car!!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
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  • Good and reliable vehicle

    Great and reliable vehicle good for commuting on and off the highway..family vacations long or short distant travels..with a 3 row seating very roomy and confortable..
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
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  • Unreliable in for majot repair 6 times/.

    car would meet needs if it didn't keep breaking down. repair costs greater than purchase price. underhanded dealer purchased from sell junk and don't back them up. Route 69 auto sales in CT. xxxx to the worst level
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort
    4.0 out of 5
    Interior
    3.0 out of 5
    Performance
    3.0 out of 5
    Value
    2.0 out of 5
    Exterior
    3.0 out of 5
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  • My upgrade

    I upgraded to an 05 mountaineer from an 07 Ford Focus wagon and I just love it, so much more room, way better in the snow, and I have heated seats and a sunroof, gas mileage isn’t great but I’m also at 176,000 miles. Starts right up for me every day :-)
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
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  • Most versatile vehicle I have ever owned.

    I bought this SUV to carry samples for my business and as a personal vehicle for all other times. Roomy enough for seven, OUTSTANDING premium sound system with subwoofer, manufacturer installed remote starter. My records indicate that in addition to getting through the snow, it also allowed me to visit over 15,000 customers since new.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
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  • Most reliable car I've owned

    Great value, met all my road transportation needs. The vehicle provides comfort, luxury and space with room for up to eight passengers. Great family SUV.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
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  • Great car for towing a boat or family trip!

    Bought this car new loaded and with the tow package and we towed our boat and took numerous family trips. Third row seat great for kids. Both middle seats and rear seat fold down to make room for taking a double mattress or a living room chair. Lots of bells and whistles on this super vacation family fun vehicle. Drove it for over 200K miles and it's still in good shape.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0 out of 5
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  • Versatile Vehicle

    Has 3 rows of seating, but folds down to carry stuff, allows a good vehicle for both people or other things - also can tow
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    4.0 out of 5
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  • Mountaineer

    Gas was super expensive but I miss all the space and seating it was a great vehicle for traveling if you didn't mind the gas prices.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
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  • Most reliable car I've owned

    This car met all my needs and has been very reliable through the years. It is fully loaded with all options available.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
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  • Best Car I've ever owned.

    There are a lot of positives for the 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. It is as solid as a rock, has lots of room, rides quiet, and has a very tight turning radius which makes it extremely easy to park in tight parking spaces. The anti-lock breaks will pull you right out of a slid and even got me out of a very slippery situation on black ice... where the other vehicles were turning sideways and even had an accident. It has plenty of drink holders, heated seats were fantastic, and the push-button entry prevents lockouts. The only thing negative that I can say about this vehicle is that it's a gas hog!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2005 Mercury Mountaineer?

The 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is available in 3 trim levels:

  • Convenience (4 styles)
  • Luxury (4 styles)
  • Premier (4 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2005 Mercury Mountaineer?

The 2005 Mercury Mountaineer offers up to 15 MPG in city driving and 20 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 2005 Mercury Mountaineer?

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Is the 2005 Mercury Mountaineer reliable?

The 2005 Mercury Mountaineer has an average reliability rating of 4.4 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2005 Mercury Mountaineer owners.

Is the 2005 Mercury Mountaineer a good SUV?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. 92.6% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.4 / 5
Based on 27 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.7
  • Interior: 4.4
  • Performance: 4.5
  • Value: 4.4
  • Exterior: 4.6
  • Reliability: 4.4

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