New Car Review of the 2006 Mercury Mariner Wagon

Description: Crossover Wagon
Base MSRP Range: Not Yet Available
Invoice Price Range: Not Yet Available
Where built: Hermosillo, Mexico

A second new model for Mercury is the Mariner crossover wagon. Mariner is called a crossover vehicle because it crosses the line between SUV and car -- one that looks like a sleek SUV but functions like a family-friendly minivan and drives like an easy-riding sedan. Core structure and mechanical components come out of Ford's best-selling Escape wagon, but the crisp design for the exterior package and the chic treatment of the cabin are unique to Mercury.

The wagon divides into three equipment grades -- Convenience, Luxury and Premier, the latter with luxury touches and leather seats.

And Mariner offers four-cylinder and V6 powertrains from Ford plus FWD or AWD traction options.

The vehicle will be built in the Ford plant in Hermosillo, Mexico.