| Specifications:
Longitudinal
front-engine/rear-wheel drive. Transmission: 4R70W four-speed automatic with electronic overdrive lockout.
Wheelbase: 114.7"; weight 4135 lbs.; body-on-frame construction; length
212". Built in Canada. 5 Stars NHTSA crash test rating.
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Engines |
Size liters
/
cu. in |
Horse- power |
Torque |
Transmission:
EPA city/hwy |
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OHC V8 |
4.6 / 281 |
190-239 |
265-287 |
4-speed
automatic: 17/25 |
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DOHC V8 |
4.6 / 281 |
302 |
310 |
4-speed
automatic: 17/23 |
Facts:
Mercury's full-size car available in four-door
sedan and high-performance Marauder version in 2003 and 2004.
Scheduled to be updated in 2008, will stay on the updated Panther platform
through 2010. Trim levels include GS, LS and LSE. Base price is
$24,585. Horsepower increased to 220 in 2001, and 239 in 2005 with dual
exhaust. In 2002, anti-lock
brakes and traction control became standard equipment. In 2003, a new
hydro-formed frame, new mono-tube shock absorbers, new variable ratio
rack-and-pinion steering, and new dual-rate brake booster greatly improve ride
and handling and cut down on road noise. 30th Anniversary edition
available in 2005.
2000: Rear
child-seat anchors were new. So was an emergency manual release for persons
trapped in the trunk. A new Belt-Minder chime and warning light was meant to
encourage buckling up.
2001:
Adjustable pedals and 20 more horsepower were the 2001 updates to the Grand
Marquis. 2002:
Grand Marquis added heated door mirrors, ABS, and traction control to the
standard features list and treated option groups as separate models for 2002.
The lineup consisted of GS, GS Convenience, LS Premium, LS Ultimate, and
top-line LSE editions.
2003:
A revamped frame and suspension and a performance model highlight the changes
for '03. Reviving a name from the past Mercury added the high-performance
Marauder model for '03. It featured a 302-horsepower V8, sport suspension, and
exclusive trim. All models got chassis and suspension improvements designed to
improve ride and handling. Rack-and-pinion steering replaced re-circulating-ball
as well. Front side airbags were a new option.
2004:
No major changes were made this year.
2005:
Added midyear, a sporty LSE model includes the Handling Package, leather
upholstery, and unique interior and exterior trim. 2006: Mercury's
large rear-wheel-drive sedan sports a mild facelift.
Related Cars:
Ford Crown Victoria Lincoln Town Car
See Also:
60's Marquis
70's Marquis
80's Grand Marquis
90's Grand Marquis Marauder
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