2010 Mercury Mariner Hybrid

2010 Mercury Mariner Hybrid Price Range: $30,030 - $31,840

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the typical SUV packs quite a punch and will knock the Mercury Mariner Hybrid down a few rungs. On the flip side, remember that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Handling
With their comparable turning circles, the average SUV and the Mariner Hybrid likely handle about the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The typical SUV has a more sizeable engine than the Mercury Mariner Hybrid. Bear in mind that smaller engines typically get better gas mileage, but a smaller engine usually has to work a little harder. The average SUV packs quite a punch compared to the Mercury Mariner Hybrid regarding torque, which is the force that lets you accelerate quickly. The Mercury Mariner Hybrid could learn a lesson or two from the typical SUV regarding pickup.

Utility
The average SUV will definitely prove more convenient than the Mariner Hybrid for those of you with frequent kid-cargo. The typical SUV is likely a better choice than the Mercury Mariner Hybrid in terms of hauling capacity, especially if you often need to carry a lot of cargo or massive pets. The typical SUV outpulls the Mercury Mariner Hybrid by a big margin.

Convenience
You definitely won't have to visit your friendly gas station more often with the average SUV than with the Mercury Mariner Hybrid, because both offer similar mileage ranges.

Comfort
While the front cabin in the Mercury Mariner Hybrid offers a bit more head room than the typical SUV, there really isn't much of a difference. The typical SUV is not particularly roomier for your passengers than the Mercury Mariner Hybrid.

Dimensions
The typical SUV is considerably heavier than the Mercury Mariner Hybrid. Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the average SUV than the Mercury Mariner Hybrid because of its larger tank. The Mercury Mariner Hybrid and the typical SUV compete for the same parking spaces. The Mercury Mariner Hybrid's shorter wheelbase will likely give a more agile feel in daily traffic. On the flip side, the typical SUV is likely to have a smoother, more stable ride.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs about the same to get the Mariner Hybrid to the dealership as the typical SUV. The average SUV uses a lot of gas compared to the Mercury Mariner Hybrid. Regarding fuel economy, the Mercury Mariner Hybrid has the average SUV beat. As far as MSRP, the Mercury Mariner Hybrid costs significantly less than the average SUV. The typical SUV will cost you a lots_of_money in gas every year compared to the Mariner Hybrid. The Mercury Mariner Hybrid will save you a lots_of_money at the pump every year compared to the typical SUV.

Warranty
The basic warranty that comes with the Mariner Hybrid isn't quite as generous as the average SUV's.