Description: Full-Size Luxury Sedan
Base MSRP Range: $24,780 - $31,135
Invoice Price Range: $23,367 - $28,591
Where built: Canada

With a long and broad body-on-frame structure, V8 power and classic rear-wheel-drive (RWD) traction, Mercury's Grand Marquis sedan carries up to six adults and a load of luggage. This Mercury has no rivals in the large-car class, save for a twin, Ford's Crown Victoria. The 2006 editions reflect revised prow styling with new grille, fascia and headlamps.

Mercury splits Grand Marquis into two series of GS and LS, then adds packaged equipment in further segments, such as the Convenience array for GS or LS Premium and LS Ultimate. The LS Ultimate gets an air suspension with rear stabilizer bar, premium audio gear, remote controls for audio and climate systems and a steering wheel in wood and leather.

Beneath the extended hood, a single-cam 4.6-liter V8 achieves 224 hp in all issues except with the optional handling package on LS, where dual exhausts boost output to 239 hp.

New models in the 2006 line of Mercury, from the Lincoln-Mercury Division of Ford Motor Company, multiply with the addition of two new nameplates. Milan is a fresh mid-size sedan for Mercury with premium equipment and two powertrain choices, while Mariner the crossover sport-utility vehicle spins off a gas-electric version sporting the badge of Mariner Hybrid.