Mercury Cougar eighth generation
The Mercury Cougar eighth generation (1999–2002): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 9 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: CDW27 · Sold in: United States and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | – | 4,699 mm |
| Width | – | 1,768 mm |
| Height | – | 1,326 mm |
| Wheelbase | – | 2,703 mm |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | – | 1,312 kg |
| Seats and space | ||
| Luggage space (EPA) | 396 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | 2,464 L EPA | – |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | – | 209 km/h |
| 0–100 km/h | – | 10.3 s |
| Torque | – | 178 Nm |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia (en, de), US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
842 complaints for model years 1999–2002. 57 crashes · 20 fires · 61 injuries · 2 deaths
- Electrical system 104
- Fuel system 99
- Engine 79
- Visibility and wipers 49
- Transmission and drivetrain 45
- Brakes 42
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 9 versions of the Mercury Cougar eighth generation
United States 6 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001–2002 | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA | 230 g/km |
| 1999–2002CLKUP · 2.5M, CLKUP | 2.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1999–2002 | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 20–21 MPG (11.2–11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 263–276 g/km |
| 1999–20002.0Z | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA | 221 g/km |
| 20002.5M | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1999CLKUP | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 240 g/km |
Canada 3 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999Compact | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 9.5 L/100 km 5-cycle | 219 g/km |
| 1999Compact | 2.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 11.5 L/100 km 5-cycle | 265 g/km |
| 1999Compact | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 11.7 L/100 km 5-cycle | 269 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.