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Mercury Cougar

All Mercury Vehicles

Model Generations

1999-2002

The Cougar was introduced in 1999 as a small, front-wheel-drive coupe with a large hatchback. The car had excellent handling but a stiff ride. It was available with a 125-horsepower, 2.0-liter four-cylinder or a 170-hp, 2.5-liter V6. Even the V6 provides just adequate acceleration. It is available with an automatic transmission that is sometimes reluctant to downshift or with a balky five-speed manual. Six-footers fit comfortably up front and the rear seat is comfortable for a sporty coupe.

The Cougar was dropped after 2002.

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2002 Mercury Cougar

$3,300 - $3,525

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

NA

2001 Mercury Cougar

$3,225 - $3,725

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

NA

2000 Mercury Cougar

$3,025 - $3,200

Reliability Verdict

NA

Owner Satisfaction

NA

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