2005 Mercury Mountaineer
US · SUV · Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD
The 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is listed in the US market as a suv. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 4.0L 6-cylinder (FFS MPFI), 4.0L 6-cylinder, 4.6L 8-cylinder, 4.0L 6-cylinder (FLEX-FUEL)
- Transmission
- 5-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD
- Fuel
- Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Flex fuel
- Economy
- 14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km) to 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 4.0L 6-cylinder (FFS MPFI), 4.0L 6-cylinder, 4.6L 8-cylinder, 4.0L 6-cylinder (FLEX-FUEL) | |
| Displacement | 4.0 L to 4.6 L | |
| Cylinders | 6 to 8 | |
| Fuel type | Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Flex fuel | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| Gears | 5 | |
| Drivetrain | Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km) to 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 13 mpg (18.1 L/100 km) to 14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
7 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
- Mountaineer 2WD · 4.0L · 5-speed automatic
- Mountaineer 2WD · 4.0L · RWD · 5-speed automatic
- Mountaineer 2WD · 4.6L · RWD · 5-speed automatic
- Mountaineer 4WD · 4.0L · AWD · 5-speed automatic
- Mountaineer 4WD · 4.6L · AWD · 5-speed automatic
- Mountaineer FFV 2WD · 4.0L · RWD · 5-speed automatic · FFV
- Mountaineer FFV 4WD · 4.0L · AWD · 5-speed automatic · FFV
Recalls
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 10, 2026.
07E104000: VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
CERTAIN CURVED TEMPERED REPLACEMENT GLASS MANUFACTURED BY HANGZHOU SAFETY GLASS LTD AND SUPPLIED TO SAFELITE BY AUTO TEMP INC., IDENTIFIED AS DOT-430, AND SOLD FOR USE ON CERTAIN DOMESTIC AND FOREIGN VEHICLES MAY NOT BREAK INTO SMALL PIECES AS EXPECTED OF TEMPERED GLASS AND FAILS TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 205, "GLAZING MATERIALS."
Remedy: SAFELITE WILL NOTIFY ITS RETAIL CUSTOMERS AND REPLACE THE GLASS FREE OF CHARGE. RETAIL CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT SAFELITE TOLL FREE AT 1-888-843-2906. SAFELITE WILL NOTIFY ITS WHOLESALE CUSTOMERS AND REIMBURSE WHOLESALE CUSTOMERS FOR CURRENT…
Reported December 11, 2007. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 17, 2026 · US Government public data
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 8, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 8, 2026
Data verified: November 8, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
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Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2005 Mercury Mountaineer have?
Varies by configuration: 4.0L 6-cylinder (FFS MPFI), 4.0L 6-cylinder, 4.6L 8-cylinder, 4.0L 6-cylinder (FLEX-FUEL). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2005 Mercury Mountaineer?
Combined fuel economy is 14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km) to 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2005 Mercury Mountaineer front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD.
Are there recalls for the 2005 Mercury Mountaineer?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 10, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.