Mercury Mystique first generation
The Mercury Mystique first generation (1995–2000): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 17 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 | – | 4,481–4,671 mm |
| Width | – | 1,745–1,749 mm |
| Height | – | 1,372–1,391 mm |
| Wheelbase | – | 2,704 mm |
| Seats and space | ||
| Luggage space (EPA) | 368–396 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | 2,520–2,549 L EPA | – |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia, US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
1,013 complaints for model years 1995–2000. 54 crashes · 38 fires · 46 injuries · 1 death
- Engine 162
- Electrical system 83
- Transmission and drivetrain 79
- Suspension 44
- Body and structure 40
- Brakes 28
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 17 versions of the Mercury Mystique first generation
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United States 13 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999–20002.0Z | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA | 221 g/km |
| 20002.0Z, CLKUP | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 240 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 |
| 1999–2000CLKUP · 2.5M, CLKUP | 2.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1998–1999CLKUP | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 23–24 MPG (9.8–10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 230–240 g/km |
| 1998–1999 | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
| 1998 | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA | 221 g/km |
| 1997–1998(FFS), CLKUP · CLKUP | 2.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 251 g/km |
| 1995–1997(FFS), CLKUP | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 23–24 MPG (9.8–10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 230–240 g/km |
| 1997(FFS) | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 24 MPG (9.8 L/100 km) EPA | 230 g/km |
| 1995–1997(FFS) | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 21–22 MPG (10.7–11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 251–263 g/km |
| 1995–1996(FFS), SIL · (FFS) | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA | 221 g/km |
| 1995–1996(FFS), CLKUP | 2.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 21–22 MPG (10.7–11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 251–263 g/km |
Canada 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995–1999Compact | 2.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 9.9–10.3 L/100 km 5-cycle | 228–237 g/km |
| 1995–1999Compact | 2.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 9.4–9.8 L/100 km 5-cycle | 216–225 g/km |
| 1995–1999Compact | 2.5 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 10.6–11.5 L/100 km 5-cycle | 244–265 g/km |
| 1995–1999Compact | 2.5 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 10.8–11.7 L/100 km 5-cycle | 248–269 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.