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#3 of 6 Re: Hybid SUVs; which to get and pricing [martharhoades] by nomorebenz Jul 23, 2006 (4:01 pm)
Replying to: martharhoades (Jul 23, 2006 9:33 am) You should be able to get a good price on any suv including hybrids. There is really no difference between the Mariner and FEH mechanically. The Ford/Mercury suv's are smaller than the Toyota/Lexus. The result is lower towing and seating capacity and greater FE. I've noticed about a 5mpg average difference in favor of Ford over Toyota. Neither gets the EPA mileage but Ford comes closer. I have the Toyota Highlander and am very satisfied. Which to get depends on you. I would say however:   Ford: Higher Ground Clearance, Better FE, You already have a relationship with Ford, lower price, less space and power.   Toyota: Bigger, More power, Toyota has been selling Hybrids for 10 years or more, Lower FE, higher price, Lower Ground Clearance.
#4 of 6 hybrid SUVs by martharhoades Jul 23, 2006 (7:10 pm)
Thanks for the comments. The Toyota HH is larger, but has less cargo capacity, right? I don't carry a lot of passengers, but there are times I want to put a saddle, feed sacks and groceries in all at the same time.   Anybody know if people have had as many mechanical problems with the Mariner as the Escape? I know they are very similar, but presumably made at different factories, right? Replies to this message: nomorebenz (Jul 24, 2006 5:38 am)
#5 of 6 Re: hybrid SUVs [martharhoades] by nomorebenz Jul 24, 2006 (5:38 am)
Replying to: martharhoades (Jul 23, 2006 7:10 pm) The Toyota has more interior capacity. If you are not moving people, the Ford should meet your requirements.   Most, if not all, Fords and Mercurys are built side by side. The hybrids are assembled in the MO factory I believe.   The Hybrids are different from their regular engine counterparts. I can't help you with the Ford experience. Maybe you can get some opinions from Escape Hybrid owners.
#6 of 6 HYBRID SUV'S, which to get by wozo Aug 31, 2006 (8:58 pm)
I note that there has been no comment regarding trailer pulling capability. The Highlander Hybrid is rated at 3500 lbs while the Mariner is rated at 1000 and they recommend that you not tow anything with it. I finally chose the Mariner and retained my Explorer for those rare occasions when I need to tow a boat or ATV trailer. I have not experienced any mechanical problems with the Mariner and fuel economy is as published.

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