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2008 Mercury Sable Safety Review

October 30, 2008

SAFETY | 10 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

Five stars, all tests
NHTSA

Good," all tests; Top Safety Pick
IIHS

Safety features are complete
Automotive.com

Ford's Safety Canopy can keep inflated during a rollover
Cars.com

those looking for a safe, solid version of the Taurus need look no further
Motor Trend

The 2008 Mercury Sable is one of the safest vehicles reviewed at TheCarConnection.com.

Automotive.com reports that the new Mercury Sable "has been awarded a Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), and full five-star ratings from the federal government"; in addition, standard "safety features are complete and include front, side and curtain airbags, ABS, and traction control."

Cars.com adds that the Sable's "six standard airbags include side-impact airbags for the front seats and side curtain airbags for both rows; the latter devices include Ford's Safety Canopy, which can keep them inflated for several seconds during a rollover."

ConsumerGuide reports that "higher seating [in the Mercury Sable] than in most cars combines with a low dashtop and large windows for a take-charge driving feel and fine outward vision." The Auto Channel points out that Mercury Sable perimeter lighting "adds convenience and safety at night."

Motor Trend sums it up the best: "those looking for a safe, solid and slightly more upscale version of the Ford Taurus need look no further" than the 2008 Mercury Sable.

Conclusion

The 2008 Mercury Sable provides tremendous occupant protection for the price.

SAFETY | 10 out of 10Expert Quotes:Five stars, all testsNHTSAGood," all tests; Top Safety PickIIHSSafety features are completeAutomotive.comFord's Safety Canopy can keep inflated during a rolloverCars.comthose looking for a safe, solid version of the Taurus need look no furtherMotor Trend The 2008 Mercury Sable is one of the safest vehicles reviewed at TheCarConnection.com. Automotive.com reports that the new Mercury Sable "has been awarded a Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), and full five-star ratings from the federal government"; in addition, standard "safety features are complete and include front, side and curtain airbags, ABS, and traction control." Cars.com adds that the Sable's "six standard airbags include side-impact airbags for the front seats and side curtain airbags for both rows; the latter devices include Ford's Safety Canopy, which can keep them inflated for several seconds during a rollover." ConsumerGuide reports that "higher seating [in the Mercury Sable] than in most cars combines with a low dashtop and large windows for a take-charge driving feel and fine outward vision." The Auto Channel points out that Mercury Sable perimeter lighting "adds convenience and safety at night." Motor Trend sums it up the best: "those looking for a safe, solid and slightly more upscale version of the Ford Taurus need look no further" than the 2008 Mercury Sable. ConclusionThe 2008 Mercury Sable provides tremendous occupant protection for the price. 2008 MERCURY SABLE STYLING | [6 out of 10] Cars and Driver: "the 'new' Sable is essentially the same as the car it replaces" Cars.com: "the Sable looks like a larger version of Mercury's midsize Milan" Edmunds: "The Sable features a handsome cabin" TheCarConnection.com notes some ...

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  1. styling
  2. performance
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  5. features

Other Choices:

Buick's surprisingly satisfying LaCrosse has V-6 power, a great automatic transmission, and a sophisticated interior. The Toyota Avalon's somewhat unusual styling is balanced by its vast interior room and the model's exceptional reputation for reliability. Chevrolet's Impala was greatly improved in a redesign a few years ago and can be a great bargain; plus, it's the only car in this group with a V-8 option. The Ford Taurus is the Sable's near-twin and has a bold horizontal grille.

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