Mercury Montego first generation
The Mercury Montego first generation (2005–2007): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 3 versions in the United States.
Model codes: D3 · Sold in: United States and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | – | 5,090 mm |
| Width | – | 1,892 mm |
| Height | – | 1,562 mm |
| Wheelbase | – | 2,868 mm |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | – | 2,002–2,300 kg |
| Seats and space | ||
| Luggage space (EPA) | 595 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | 3,058 L EPA | – |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia (en, pl), US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
256 complaints for model years 2005–2007. 16 crashes · 3 fires · 11 injuries
- Transmission and drivetrain 83
- Speed control 49
- Engine 37
- Electrical system 36
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 3 versions of the Mercury Montego first generation
United States 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005–2007VMODE CLKUP | 3.0 L | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | Four- or all-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 2005–2007CLKUP | 3.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 2005–2006VMODE CLKUP · FFS MPFI | 3.0 L | Petrol | Continuously variable (CVT) | Front-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 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.