Mercury Cougar

United States · 1981–2002

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Mercury Cougar

The Mercury Cougar is a series of automobiles that was sold by Mercury from 1967 to 2002. The model line is a diverse series of vehicles; though the Cougar nameplate is most commonly associated with two-door coupes, at various stages in its production, the model also was offered as a convertible and a hatchback. During its production as the mid-size Mercury line, the Cougar was also offered as a four-door sedan and five-door station wagon.

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Specs — 2002
ClassCompact Cars
Engine2.5L · 6-cyl
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline
MPG18 city · 26 hwy
Annual Fuel Cost$3,100
5-Yr vs Avg New VehicleSpend $4,000
Tailpipe CO₂423.1904761904762 g/mi

FuelEconomy.gov estimates cover one available configuration; other trims may differ. Costs assume 15,000 miles/year, 55% city driving and source fuel prices. Five-year savings compare with an average new vehicle (gasoline operation for dual-fuel vehicles). CO₂ is tailpipe only. EPA scores run from 1–10; higher is better.

Produced
1967–2002

Source: Wikidata (CC0)

111 complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2002 model year.

FUEL SYSTEM
45
GASOLINE
41
POWER TRAIN
15
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
13
ENGINE
9

Source: NHTSA owner complaints

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