DecodedCars2005 Mercury Mountaineer
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2005 models.
- Class
- Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD
- Engines
- 4.0L 6-cyl, 4.6L 8-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, 2-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline, FFV
- MPG (best)
- 16 combined · 14 city / 19 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 43 similar 2005 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is a SUV - offered with 2 engines (4.0L 6-cyl and 4.6L 8-cyl) and rear-wheel drive, 2-wheel drive and 4-wheel or all-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 16 MPG combined (14 city / 19 highway), 11% worse than the 2005 SUV - average of 18 MPG, for an estimated $4,200 a year in fuel.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 23 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the structure.
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountaineer 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 19 / 16 | -11% | $4,200 | 555 |
| Mountaineer 2WD | 4.6L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 / 18 / 15 | -17% | $4,450 | 592 |
| Mountaineer FFV 2WD FFV | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 / 19 / 15 | -17% | $4,450 | 592 |
| Mountaineer 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | 2-Wheel Drive | 13 / 19 / 15 | -17% | $4,450 | 592 |
| Mountaineer 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 13 / 17 / 14 | -16% | $4,800 | 635 |
| Mountaineer 4WD | 4.6L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 13 / 17 / 14 | -16% | $4,800 | 635 |
| Mountaineer FFV 4WD FFV | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 13 / 17 / 14 | -16% | $4,800 | 635 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2005 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2005 Mercury Mountaineer under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2005 SUV -s
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (this car) | 16 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | 13 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2005 Toyota 4Runner | 18 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 15 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 22 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Toyota Highlander | 22 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 17 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2005 Mercury Mountaineer buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Structure › Body — 5 owner reports. Open and close every door, the hood and tailgate; look for rust or misaligned panels.
- Vehicle Speed Control — 5 owner reports. Ask the seller and mechanic specifically about this system.
- Engine — 5 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 116,354 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Mountaineer years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 Mountaineer | 17 | – | Not rated | 1 | 7 |
| 2009 Mountaineer | 17 | – | Not rated | 0 | 3 |
| 2008 Mountaineer | 16 | – | Not rated | 0 | 39 |
| 2007 Mountaineer | 16 | – | Not rated | 0 | 32 |
| 2006 Mountaineer | 16 | – | Not rated | 0 | 25 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Mercury. How we calculate this →