http://www.thecarconnection.com/reviews Car Reviews -- Get the consensus and opinions from TheCarConnection and from around the Web on your favorite car. Sat, 06 Sep 2008 21:06:33 -0400 Lifestyle/Fashion http://www.thecarconnection.com/images/website/tcc-feed.jpg http://www.thecarconnection.com/reviews http://www.thecarconnection.com/fullreview/mercury_grand-marquis_2008 http://www.thecarconnection.com/fullreview/mercury_grand-marquis_2008?utm_source=Yahoo&utm_medium=Yahoo%2BBuzz%2BBeta&utm_campaign=Yahoo%2BBuzz%2BBeta  2008 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS STYLING | [4 out of 10] Edmunds: "When is a car retro without trying to be retro? When it's the 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis" Motor Trend: "You won't find modern styling trends such as crisp lines" ConsumerGuide: "Climate and audio systems are a bit far from the driver" Slow and steady may win the race in ...]]> Tue, 22 Jul 2008 14:33:33 -0400 http://www.thecarconnection.com/fullreview/mercury_milan_2008 http://www.thecarconnection.com/fullreview/mercury_milan_2008?utm_source=Yahoo&utm_medium=Yahoo%2BBuzz%2BBeta&utm_campaign=Yahoo%2BBuzz%2BBeta  2008 MERCURY MILAN STYLING | [8 out of 10] Kelley Blue Book: "Upscale styling both inside and out" Cars.com: "Leather upholstery is complemented by Satin Metallic or Wales Mahogany wood trim" Mother Proof: "Lacks some definition and character" The 2008 Mercury Milan features distinct and handsome styling, although some find it a ...]]> Sat, 14 Jun 2008 11:10:48 -0400 http://www.thecarconnection.com/bottomline/mercury_grand-marquis_2008 http://www.thecarconnection.com/bottomline/mercury_grand-marquis_2008?utm_source=Yahoo&utm_medium=Yahoo%2BBuzz%2BBeta&utm_campaign=Yahoo%2BBuzz%2BBeta The automotive experts at TheCarConnection.com read several available reviews on the 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis to put together this comprehensive review. TheCarConnection.com's editors also added their firsthand experience with the Grand Marquis to help make this review especially useful to shoppers. Likes : -Well-proven, reliable ...]]> Fri, 09 May 2008 13:18:15 -0400 http://www.thecarconnection.com/bottomline/mercury_mariner_2008 http://www.thecarconnection.com/bottomline/mercury_mariner_2008?utm_source=Yahoo&utm_medium=Yahoo%2BBuzz%2BBeta&utm_campaign=Yahoo%2BBuzz%2BBeta TheCarConnection.com's editors read the latest reviews on the new 2008 Mercury Mariner to write this comprehensive review. Experts from TheCarConnection.com also drove the Mercury Mariner, including the Mariner Hybrid (it has its own separate review) and have added opinions and details where relevant. This review also compares the 2008 ...]]> Fri, 09 May 2008 00:57:19 -0400 http://www.thecarconnection.com/bottomline/mercury_mariner_2008 http://www.thecarconnection.com/bottomline/mercury_mariner_2008?utm_source=Yahoo&utm_medium=Yahoo%2BBuzz%2BBeta&utm_campaign=Yahoo%2BBuzz%2BBeta The hybrid experts at TheCarConnection.com studied the latest road tests on the new 2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid to write this comprehensive review. Experts from TheCarConnection.com also drove the Mercury Mariner Hybrid to offer more information and opinions on technically-advanced compact SUV. Likes: - V-6 power from a ...]]> Fri, 09 May 2008 00:49:13 -0400 http://www.thecarconnection.com/bottomline/mercury_mountaineer_2008 http://www.thecarconnection.com/bottomline/mercury_mountaineer_2008?utm_source=Yahoo&utm_medium=Yahoo%2BBuzz%2BBeta&utm_campaign=Yahoo%2BBuzz%2BBeta Experts from TheCarConnection.com offices have driven and evaluated various versions of the 2008 Mercury Mountaineer, including those powered by V-6 and V-8 engines. To help provide a well-rounded presentation on the Mountaineer, TheCarConnection.com's editors have also reviewed the latest articles the Mercury to provide this conclusive ...]]> Fri, 09 May 2008 00:34:31 -0400 http://www.thecarconnection.com/bottomline/mercury_milan_2008 http://www.thecarconnection.com/bottomline/mercury_milan_2008?utm_source=Yahoo&utm_medium=Yahoo%2BBuzz%2BBeta&utm_campaign=Yahoo%2BBuzz%2BBeta TheCarConnection.com's editors researched a wide range of road tests of the 2008 Mercury Milan to write this definitive review. TheCarConnection.com's resident experts also drove the Mercury Milan to help you decide which reviews to trust where opinions differ, to add more impressions and details, and to provide you with the best ...]]> Wed, 07 May 2008 14:30:43 -0400 http://www.thecarconnection.com/bottomline/mercury_sable_2008 http://www.thecarconnection.com/bottomline/mercury_sable_2008?utm_source=Yahoo&utm_medium=Yahoo%2BBuzz%2BBeta&utm_campaign=Yahoo%2BBuzz%2BBeta The family-sedan experts at TheCarConnection.com studied road tests of the 2008 Mercury Sable to put together this conclusive review. TheCarConnection.com's resident experts also drove the Mercury Sable to help you decide which reviews to trust where opinions differ, and to add more impressions and details and provide you with the best ...]]> Wed, 07 May 2008 14:25:47 -0400 http://www.thecarconnection.com/fullreview/mercury_sable_2005 http://www.thecarconnection.com/fullreview/mercury_sable_2005?utm_source=Yahoo&utm_medium=Yahoo%2BBuzz%2BBeta&utm_campaign=Yahoo%2BBuzz%2BBeta Sable While the midsize Sable will eventually drive off into the sunset, both the front-drive sedan and wagon models will continue in the line for at least another model year as a value-leader. For 2005, a leather-and-wood-trimmed steering wheel becomes newly standard on top LS models, while a new LS Premium Package includes leather ...]]> Fri, 27 Jul 2007 03:00:00 -0400 http://www.thecarconnection.com/fullreview/mercury_monterey_2005 http://www.thecarconnection.com/fullreview/mercury_monterey_2005?utm_source=Yahoo&utm_medium=Yahoo%2BBuzz%2BBeta&utm_campaign=Yahoo%2BBuzz%2BBeta Following its introduction last year, Mercury's version of the Ford Freestar minivan receives a number of minor updates for 2005. A new Comfort Package becomes optional on the Luxury series and standard on the Premier version, while Class I and Class II Trailer Tow Prep Packages are now available on all models, a rear spoiler becomes ...]]> Fri, 27 Jul 2007 03:00:00 -0400 http://www.thecarconnection.com/fullreview/mercury_montego_2005 http://www.thecarconnection.com/fullreview/mercury_montego_2005?utm_source=Yahoo&utm_medium=Yahoo%2BBuzz%2BBeta&utm_campaign=Yahoo%2BBuzz%2BBeta Montego Brand-new for 2005, the midsize Montego sedan is Mercury's version of the Ford Five-Hundred. While the Montego shares that vehicle's platforms and powertrains, it offers slightly different styling cues. Its 200-horsepower 3.0-liter V-6 engine is on hand to drive either the front or all four wheels via either a continuously ...]]> Fri, 27 Jul 2007 03:00:00 -0400 http://www.thecarconnection.com/fullreview/mercury_mariner_2005 http://www.thecarconnection.com/fullreview/mercury_mariner_2005?utm_source=Yahoo&utm_medium=Yahoo%2BBuzz%2BBeta&utm_campaign=Yahoo%2BBuzz%2BBeta Mariner Mercury adds its own version of the same vehicle that's sold as the Ford Escape and Mazda Tribute for 2005, called Mariner. A bit more upscale than its counterparts, the Mariner carries specific exterior styling cues, added features, unique content, and an upgraded interior that's trimmed in woodgrain, satin aluminum, and ...]]> Fri, 27 Jul 2007 03:00:00 -0400 http://www.thecarconnection.com/fullreview/mercury_grand-marquis_2005 http://www.thecarconnection.com/fullreview/mercury_grand-marquis_2005?utm_source=Yahoo&utm_medium=Yahoo%2BBuzz%2BBeta&utm_campaign=Yahoo%2BBuzz%2BBeta Grand Marquis 2005 updates for Mercury's version of the full-size Ford Crown Victoria include an improved front-passenger airbag that can adjust its deployment according to the presence and size of the front passenger. The car's dashboard comes with revised woodgrain appliqués, and new wheel choices and two-tone paint schemes are ...]]> Fri, 27 Jul 2007 03:00:00 -0400 http://www.thecarconnection.com/fullreview/mercury_mountaineer_2005 http://www.thecarconnection.com/fullreview/mercury_mountaineer_2005?utm_source=Yahoo&utm_medium=Yahoo%2BBuzz%2BBeta&utm_campaign=Yahoo%2BBuzz%2BBeta Mountaineer Newly standard for 2005 on Mercury's version of the Ford Explorer is AdvanceTrac stability enhancement system with Roll Stability Control that's able to selectively engage the anti-lock braking system and engine controls to help prevent the vehicle from rolling over under extreme handling situations. New this year is a ...]]> Fri, 27 Jul 2007 03:00:00 -0400 http://www.thecarconnection.com/fullreview/mercury_mountaineer_2006 http://www.thecarconnection.com/fullreview/mercury_mountaineer_2006?utm_source=Yahoo&utm_medium=Yahoo%2BBuzz%2BBeta&utm_campaign=Yahoo%2BBuzz%2BBeta Mountaineer Redesigned for 2006, Mercury's version of the Ford Explorer rides on a revised chassis with an updated front suspension and new independent rear suspension for improved driving dynamics. Styling revisions include a new, bolder front grille and front and rear fascias, and the inclusion of power-deployable integrated ...]]> Fri, 20 Jul 2007 03:00:00 -0400