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Most cars
undergo
major changes for the new model year, but this year, the Mercury Sable returns
— and it’s the name that’s a big change, since just last year the
same sedan was sold as the Montego.
The Montego was only a recent addition to the Mercury lineup when, early in 2007, Ford announced it would revert to the name of the former best-selling mid-size sedan, which was an entirely different car. But there are other changes afoot in the Sable for 2008. Underhood, a 263-horsepower, 3.5-liter V-6 engine gives a much stronger boost to the Sable, through either the front or all four wheels via a six-speed automatic gearbox.
A fully independent suspension, four-wheel disc anti-lock brakes, and standard 17-inch wheels and tires contribute to the car's stellar ride and handling qualities. The suspension has been retuned in its return under the Sable nameplate.
Base and Premier models are offered. Unique interior trim can be specified from the Cyber Carbon look to Guitar Maple or San Macassar woodgrains. Base cars get cloth seats, while Premier cars get two-tone leather. Dual front, side, and curtain airbags and anti-lock brakes are standard on all cars, as well as power windows/locks/mirrors, a CD player, and a leather-wrapped shift knob.
Options on the new Sable include a DVD navigation and a DVD entertainment system, Sirius satellite radio, Ford’s communications Sync system, stability control, 18-inch chromed wheels, a moonroof, and power-adjustable pedals.
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