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AutoWeek,  December, 2004  

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2005 Mercury Mariner Date in fleet: Nov. 29-Dec. 13 As-tested price: $29,550 Powertrain: 3.0-liter V6; 4wd, four-speed automatic Output: 200 hp @ 6000 rpm, 193 lb-ft @ 4850 rpm Curb weight: 3520 pounds GRITZINGER: This upscale Ford Escape has everything I want in a practical, stylish and comfortable vehicle-and none of the bloated-ute qualities I don't.

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It's a smaller, more nimble vehicle that remains capable of hauling a ton of stuff. This isn't an SUV in the BMW X5 sense, but rather one in the functional sense-what an SUV should be. ROCA: I love the Mariner's seats. The ...

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