Mercury Tracer second generation
The Mercury Tracer second generation (1991–1996): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 7 versions in the United States.
Model codes: BG, CT120 · Sold in: United States and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | – | 4,341–4,351 mm |
| Width | – | 1,694 mm |
| Height | – | 1,339–1,361 mm |
| Wheelbase | – | 2,499–2,500 mm |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | – | 1,133 kg |
| Seats and space | ||
| Luggage space (EPA) | 340–906 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | 2,577–2,633 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)
320 complaints for model years 1991–1996. 42 crashes · 22 fires · 52 injuries · 3 deaths
- Fuel system 61
- Electrical system 30
- Seat belts 27
- Engine 26
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 7 versions of the Mercury Tracer second generation
United States 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991–1996(FFS) | 1.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 24–25 MPG (9.4–9.8 L/100 km) EPA | 221–230 g/km |
| 1996(FFS) | 1.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 251 g/km |
| 1991–1996(FFS) | 1.9 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 25–26 MPG (9.0–9.4 L/100 km) EPA | 212–221 g/km |
| 1991–1996(FFS), SIL | 1.9 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Front-wheel drive | 28–30 MPG (7.8–8.4 L/100 km) EPA | 184–197 g/km |
| 1995(FFS), CLKUP | 1.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA | 251 g/km |
| 1994–1995(FFS), CLKUP | 1.9 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA | 212 g/km |
| 1991–1994(FFS) · (FFS), CLKUP | 1.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA | 240 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.