New 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis

For the French noble in you, there is the 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis. Luxurious features from a powerful engine to a sumptuous interior and a smooth ride make this a worthy royal coach.

Under the large, rounded hood of the 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis is a 224-horsepower, 4.6-liter V-8, which is mated to a four-speed automatic transmission. This pairing delivers 16 mpg in the city and 24 mpg on the highway. Despite being classified as a large car by the EPA, the Grand Marquis costs less than luxury midsize cars, even the Hyundai Genesis. The offering of a V-8 is also unique at this price point, making it more attractive than an Audi A6 or Mercedes E-Class.

Inside the 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis you'll find a phenomenal amount of occupant and cargo room. 38 inches of rear legroom and a 20.6 cubic-foot trunk exceeds that offered by the German and Japanese midsize models. Standard leather seats are also a unique feature at this price point. Simulated wood trim on the dashboard and a leather-wrapped steering wheel complete a classy look, while automatic climate control keeps the cabin cozy.

A fully boxed frame makes the structure of the 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis very crash-worthy, and standard front and front-side airbags cushion the front occupants in case of impact. This coupling yields Five-Star front- and side-impact ratings, something the Grand Marquis has achieved for a decade and a half. This big sedan also achieves a Five-Star rollover test rating.

With a cavernous interior worthy of a full-size car, ample power and a tiny sticker price worthy of an affordable midsize make, the 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis is a uniquely intriguing and accommodating luxury sedan.