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Mercury Milan
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Mercury Milan | |
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Production | 2006-Present |
Class | Mid-size luxury sport sedan |
Body Style | 4-door sedan |
Length | 191.4 in (4861 mm) |
Width | 72.2 in (1834 mm) |
Height | 57.2 in (1453 mm) |
Wheelbase | 107.4 in (2728 mm) |
Weight | 3117-3303 lbs (1314-1498 kg) |
Transmission | 5-speed manual 5-speed automatic 6-speed automatic |
Engine | 2.3 liter DOHC inline 4 3.0 liter DOHC V6 |
Power | 160 hp @ 6250 RPM 156 lb-ft of torque @ 4250 RPM 221 hp @ 6250 RPM 205 lb-ft of torque @ 4800 RPM |
Similar | Saturn Aura Chrysler Sebring |
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The Mercury Milan is a midsize luxury sport sedan based on the Ford CD3 platform. The Milan carries unique front and rear fascia designs. The Milan is the replacement for the Mercury Sable, and fills the gap since the discontinuation of the Mercury Mystique in 2000.
The Milan was unveiled at the 2005 Chicago Auto Show on February 9. Earlier, at the 2005 Detroit Auto Show, a hybrid version was announced for the 2008 model year.
The Milan is available with a five-speed manual, or five or six-speed automatics. All wheel drive will be added for 2007, and a hybrid version with Ford's 2nd generation hybrid engine will be available in 2008. Pricing starts at $19,490.
Recent Changes
New for 2007 is Milan now offers class exclusive AWD.
Styles and Major Options
The Milan is available in six trim configurations. Their major standard features are shown below.
I-4
- AM/FM CD stereo with MP3 capability, audio input jack, 6 speakers
- Fold down front passenger and rear bench seat
- 16" steel wheels with covers
V-6
in place of or in addition to I-4 features:
- Dual Chrome-tipped exhaust
- 16" Alloy wheels
V-6 AWD
in place of or in addition to V-6 features:
- Power moonroof
- 17" Alloy wheels
The Premier Group can be added to any of these models and includes:
- Leather Upholstery
- 17" Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM In-dash 6-CD changer stereo, audio input jack, 6 speakers
Major optional features
- Audiophile AM/FM 6-disc in-dash CD changer with Sirius Satellite Radio and 8 speakers
- Sirius Satellite Radio
- Navigation System
- Power Moonroof
Pricing
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I-4 Milan |
V-6 Milan |
V-6 Milan AWD |
I-4 Premier |
V-6 Premier |
V-6 Premier AWD |
MSRP |
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$18,745 |
$21,765 |
$23,615 |
$20,710 |
$23,295 |
$25,145 |
Invoice |
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$17,355 |
$20,074 |
$21,738 |
$19,124 |
$21,451 |
$23,115 |
Gas Mileage
As seen on the FuelEconomy.gov website, the City/Highway MPG averages are as follows:
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Automatic |
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Automatic AWD |
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23/31 |
23/31 |
20/28 |
19/26 |
Reliability
Consumer Reports ranked the Mercury Milan one of the most reliable cars in the USA.
Safety
Standard Safety Features
- 4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS)
- 1st and 2nd Row Curtain Airbags
- Traction Control (on V6 models)
- Driver and Passenger Front and Side Air Bags
The 2006-2007 Milan was tested by the NHTSA and the full results can be found at safercar.gov.
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Colors
Exterior Colors |
Dark Blue Pearl | Vivid Red |
Alloy | Silver Birch |
Dune Pearl | Dark Amethyst |
Satellite Silver | Tungsten Grey |
Black | Oxford White |
Interior Colors | Cloth | Leather |
Camel |
Dark Charcoal |
Medium Light Stone |
Main Competitors
Hybrid Models
A hybrid model is promised for year 2008. Pre-production spyshots of the 2008 Ford Fusion show the hybrid model will have a drivetrain similar to the Ford Escape Hybrid. A full article on the Fusion Hybrid is available from LeftLaneNews. It is expected the Milan Hybrid will be mechanically identical.
Unique Attributes
The Milan is the only car in its class to offer AWD for under $30,000.
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Criticisms
- Some people say that the Milan is to similar to the Ford Fusion.
Worldwide
- The Mercury Milan is only sold to the USA Market.
Design quirks and oddities
- Like all Mercury's it has a Satin Finish Front Grille.
Awards
- Mercury Milan won Auto Pacific's 2006 vehicle Satisfaction Award for Midsize-Cars.
- First six speed automatic transmission in the medium car class.
- Class exclusive AWD.
- 2007 Consumer Guide Recommended Midsize-Car.
See also
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Ford | Corporate website | A brand of the Ford PAG |
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