Mercury Road Tests Articles

First Look: 2009 Mercury Mariner

The 2009 Mercury Mariner represents "Part 2" in a refresh effort that began with the 2008 model. more

First Drive: 2009 Ford Escape

Four-dollar-per-gallon gasoline may be wreaking havoc on sales of the Mustang, F-150 and Explorer, but it comes along at a convenient moment for the facelifted 2009 Escape and Mariner. more

First Test: 2006 Mercury Mariner Hybrid

Touted as one of the Ford vehicles designed to help "build a better world," the Mercury Mariner Hybrid uses the identical platform and technology used in the popular Ford Escape Hybrid. more

First Drive: 2005 Mercury Mariner V-6

Named the Mercury Mariner, this compact SUV shares its platform and powertrain with the popular Ford Escape, with only a few cosmetic exceptions. more

First Look: 2006 Mercury Mountaineer

When an original equipment manufacturer doesn't make a big deal about several interesting changes made to its vehicle, there has to be a good reason. more