Mercury Milan
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| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Production | 2006–present |
| Assembly | Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico |
| Predecessor | Mercury Sable (2005 model only) Mercury Mystique |
| Class | Mid-size |
| Body style(s) | 4-door sedan |
| Layout | Front engine, front-wheel drive / Four-wheel drive |
| Platform | Ford CD3 platform |
| Engine(s) | 2.3 L Duratec 23 I4 3.0 L Duratec 30 V6 |
| Transmission(s) | 5-speed manual 5-speed automatic 6-speed Aisin automatic |
| Wheelbase | 107.4 in (2728 mm) |
| Length | 191.4 in (4862 mm) |
| Width | 72.2 in (1834 mm) |
| Height | 2006-07: 55.8 in (1417 mm) 2008-present: 57.2 in (1453 mm) |
| Related | Ford Edge Ford Fusion Lincoln MKX Lincoln Zephyr/MKZ Mazda6 Mazda CX-9 |
The Mercury Milan is a mid-size sedan based on the Ford CD3 platform built by Ford Motor Company and distributed by the Lincoln-Mercury division. The Milan is an upscale version of its Ford cousin, the Ford Fusion, while being slotted below the luxury-spec Lincoln MKZ (formerly the Lincoln Zephyr) sedan. The Milan, Fusion, and MKZ are derivatives of the Mazda 6 sedan, while only sharing 40% of its parts.[citation needed]
Milan differs from Fusion by featuring unique front and rear fascia designs, larger rear doors, LED taillight clusters, projector head lamps and fog lamps, modified suspension, and an upgraded interior. The Milan filled the lineup gap following the discontinuation of both the Mercury Mystique in 2000 and the Mercury Sable in 2005. Milan is available in six packaged variants: Milan I4, Milan V6, Milan I4 Premier, Milan V6 Premier, Milan V6 AWD, and Milan Premier AWD. As of 2008, only the Milan I4 and Milan I4 Premier are offered in the Middle East.
The Milan was unveiled at the 2005 Chicago Auto Show on February 9. Earlier, at the 2005 Detroit Auto Show, a hybrid version was announced for the 2008 model year. As the Ford Fusion Hybrid has been pushed back to 2008 as a 2009 model, the Mercury Milan hybrid will most likely not be seen until then.
The Milan is only offered in the U.S., Mexico, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and the Middle East.
At its launch, the Milan fit in a line of sedans by Mercury smallest to largest:
- Mercury Milan (midsize)
- Mercury Sable (midsize)
- Mercury Montego (full-size)
- Mercury Grand Marquis (full-size)
Currently (2008 model year), the Mercury sedan lineup goes as following:
- Mercury Milan (midsize)
- Mercury Sable (full-size)
- Mercury Grand Marquis (full-size)
The Milan four cylinder comes standard with a five-speed manual, and is available with optional five-speed automatic. All 2007 V6 Milans come equipped with the new six-speed automatic transmission. All-wheel drive (AWD) was added as an available option for the 2007 model year, but only for the V6 equipped vehicles. Additionally, a DVD navigation system has been added to the option list while a console-mounted MP3 auxiliary jack was added as a standard feature in all 2007 Milans built as "Job 2" cars (the MP3 jack is not present in 2007 Job 1 cars). Job 2 cars also enjoy an IIHS boost in safety rating by having had certain interior panels replaced with those of different materials, thus increasing the safety rating for side impact protection.
Pricing starts at $19,490 for the base model. "Premier" labeled vehicles are available in either four or six cylinder versions allowing buyers to get interior features (leather, cruise, power seat) and exterior features (17" wheels, fog lights, defroster mirrors) normally reserved for the larger (and more expensive) powertrain. Pricing of Premier models is on par with fully loaded Fusion cars (SEL trim).
[edit] Powertrain configurations
| Engine | Power | Torque | Transmission | MPG |
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| 2.3 L Duratec 23 I4 | 160 hp (119 kW) @ 6250 rpm | 156 lb·ft (212 N·m) @ 4250 rpm | 5-speed manual | 23/31 mpg |
| 2.3 L Duratec 23 I4 | 160 hp (119 kW) @ 6250 rpm | 156 lb·ft (212 N·m) @4250 rpm | 5-speed automatic | 23/31 mpg |
| 3.0 L Duratec 30 V6 | 221 hp (165 kW) @ 6250 rpm | 205 lb·ft (278 N·m) @ 4800 rpm | 6-speed automatic | 21/29 mpg |
| 3.0 L Duratec 30 V6 AWD | 221 hp (165 kW) @ 6250 rpm (165 kW) | 205 lb·ft (278 N·m) @4800 rpm | 6-speed automatic | 19/26 mpg |
[edit] Awards and recognitions
- In November 2006 Consumer Reports ranked the Mercury Milan one of the most reliable cars available in the U.S. (4th Place). [1]
- Mercury Milan won Auto Pacific's 2006 vehicle Satisfaction Award for Midsize Cars.
- The VSA had great things to say about the Milan including: "The Milan is a clear winner among midsize competition". Combining excellent styling, good size, roominess, sporty ride and handling, the Milan provides its owners with a very satisfying experience.
- First six speed automatic transmission in the medium car class.
- 2007 Consumer Guide Recommended Mid-size Car
- 2007 J.D. Power & Associates Initial Quality Winner, Midsize Car Category
- 2007 Second Quarter U.S. Global Quality Research System Study, 2nd Place Winner
- 2008 TGW for midsize car
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