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2008 Mercury Milan Review

June 14, 2008

STYLING | 8 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

Upscale styling both inside and out
Kelley Blue Book

Leather upholstery is complemented by Satin Metallic or Wales Mahogany wood trim
Cars.com

Lacks some definition and character
Mother Proof

The 2008 Mercury Milan features distinct and handsome styling, although some find it a bit too conservative.

Reviews read by TheCarConnection.com generally approved of the exterior styling on the 2008 Mercury Milan. Kelley Blue Book finds the Milan has "a clean, modestly-adorned overall appearance" with "body lines that could be called 'chiseled.'" However, some reviewers, such as those at Mother Proof, feel that the Milan "lacks some definition and character," Cars.com notes that "signature design cues include a waterfall grille and the use of trim with a satin-aluminum finish" on the exterior of the Mercury Milan. Edmunds adds that this "sporty midsize family sedan with styling that doesn't get lost in the crowd" arrives in "two trim levels: base and Premier." There isn't much stylistic variation between the two versions of the Milan, but the "Milan Premier adds 17-inch alloy wheels," according to Edmunds.

Inside the respectably sculpted sheetmetal that adorns the 2008 Mercury Milan, Cars.com says occupants will find "leather upholstery that is complemented by Satin Metallic or Wales Mahogany wood trim." The styling contributes to the Mercury Milan's luxury ambiance, and ConsumerGuide feels that "Milans have a more upscale look when compared to Fusion and even the premium-midsize Lincoln MKZ." Edmunds writes that the "two-tone cabin" on the 2008 Milan is designed "to appeal to young professionals with an allegiance to Ikea-style furnishings."

Conclusion

Styling on the 2008 Mercury Milan is nothing groundbreaking, but it never seems bland or outdated.

STYLING | 8 out of 10Expert Quotes:Upscale styling both inside and outKelley Blue BookLeather upholstery is complemented by Satin Metallic or Wales Mahogany wood trimCars.comLacks some definition and characterMother Proof The 2008 Mercury Milan features distinct and handsome styling, although some find it a bit too conservative. Reviews read by TheCarConnection.com generally approved of the exterior styling on the 2008 Mercury Milan. Kelley Blue Book finds the Milan has "a clean, modestly-adorned overall appearance" with "body lines that could be called 'chiseled.'" However, some reviewers, such as those at Mother Proof, feel that the Milan "lacks some definition and character," Cars.com notes that "signature design cues include a waterfall grille and the use of trim with a satin-aluminum finish" on the exterior of the Mercury Milan. Edmunds adds that this "sporty midsize family sedan with styling that doesn't get lost in the crowd" arrives in "two trim levels: base and Premier." There isn't much stylistic variation between the two versions of the Milan, but the "Milan Premier adds 17-inch alloy wheels," according to Edmunds. Inside the respectably sculpted sheetmetal that adorns the 2008 Mercury Milan, Cars.com says occupants will find "leather upholstery that is complemented by Satin Metallic or Wales Mahogany wood trim." The styling contributes to the Mercury Milan's luxury ambiance, and ConsumerGuide feels that "Milans have a more upscale look when compared to Fusion and even the premium-midsize Lincoln MKZ." Edmunds writes that the "two-tone cabin" on the 2008 Milan is designed "to appeal to young professionals with an allegiance to Ikea-style furnishings." ConclusionStyling on the 2008 Mercury Milan is nothing groundbreaking, but it never seems bland or outdated.  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 ...

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Comments (3 total)

  1. By DAVID SASSO #1, Posted: 8/18/2008

    cad manager

    I have a 2006 Milan premier and I love it. Not one problem in two years and 29,000 miles. I get 22 mpg in town and 29 on the highway. Very comfortable and beautiful car

  2. By Daniel Friel #2, Posted: 12/12/2008

    IF I'm killed !!!!

    I want to tell or hear from anyone who has had a problem with their 2008 Mercury Milan when they accellerated and were not able to stop the vehicle from slowing down.My wife,neice and I were out shopping at a busy mall with a lot of traffic in the area.We were at a stop,she floored the pedal to get out on to the highway in which direction we needed to go.As she reached about 50mph she let off the accellerator and the car would not slow down,she screamed at me that when she was apply the brakes, they were just real hard and would not work.By this time the car was now at 80mph and climbing.The car was wining real bad,and sounded like it couldn't shift into another gear. I finally looked at the up and coming traffic and was about to shift to neutral, the whole time my wife was pressing as hard as she could on the brakes. The car finally slowed down to about 50mph and then shifted into another gear and started acting normal. I've taking the car back to the dealer, which has had it for a week now, and they say that can't find nothing wrong. Can anybody please tell me what to do now,or I will be dead and you can read about me in the newspaper.

  3. By Chester #3, Posted: 1/10/2009

    In response to Daniel

    Daniel, what you're describing sounds like what happens when the floormats get moved around as you drive and cover your pedals. A similar thing happened to me when I was merging on the highway and it suddenly felt like the gas pedal wouldn't budge at all-I was stuck there about to crash and thinking it was my transmission! Does your car have floormats? Seriously, check them or just take them out for good!

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