Mercury Sable third generation
The Mercury Sable third generation (1996–1999): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 9 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: DN101 · Sold in: United States and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | – | 5,017 mm |
| Width | – | 1,854 mm |
| Height | – | 1,400 mm |
| Wheelbase | – | 2,756 mm |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | – | 1,510 kg |
| Seats and space | ||
| Luggage space (EPA) | 453–1,076 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | 2,917–2,973 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)
980 complaints for model years 1996–1999. 80 crashes · 22 fires · 172 injuries
- Transmission and drivetrain 116
- Engine 78
- Speed control 64
- Suspension 51
- Airbags 43
- Steering 41
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 Sable third 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999–20012V, CLKUP · 3.0M, CLKUP · CLKUP | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
| 1996–2000(FFS), CLKUP · 4V (FFS), CLKUP · 2V, CLKUP and 2 more trims | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 g/km |
| 1997–1999(4-VLV) (FFS), CLKUP · CLKUP · 4V, CLKUP | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 19984V, CLKUP | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 18–19 MPG (12.4–13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 291–307 g/km |
| 1996–1997(4-VALVE) (FFS), CLKUP · (FFS), CLKUP | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 263 g/km |
| 1996–1997(FFS), CLKUP | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998–1999Mid-size · Station wagon: Mid-size | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 11.5–12.6 L/100 km 5-cycle | 265–290 g/km |
| 1996–1998Mid-size | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 11.4–11.9 L/100 km 5-cycle | 262–274 g/km |
| 1996–1998Station wagon: Mid-size | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 11.8–12.7 L/100 km 5-cycle | 271–292 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.