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2004 Mercury Sable

US · Midsize Cars

The 2004 Mercury Sable is listed in the US market. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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: 3.0L 6-cylinder (2-VALVE), 3.0L 6-cylinder (4-VALVE), 3.0L 6-cylinder (FLEX-FUEL), 3.0L 6-cylinder
Transmission
4-speed automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Fuel
Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Flex fuel
Economy
19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) combined
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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
3.0L 6-cylinder (2-VALVE), 3.0L 6-cylinder (4-VALVE), 3.0L 6-cylinder (FLEX-FUEL), 3.0L 6-cylinder
Combined Economy
19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) combined
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
4-speed automatic
Market: US·Switch units to convert the figures shown.
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
EngineVaries by configuration: 3.0L 6-cylinder (2-VALVE), 3.0L 6-cylinder (4-VALVE), 3.0L 6-cylinder (FLEX-FUEL), 3.0L 6-cylinder
Displacement3.0 L
Cylinders6
Fuel typeVaries by configuration: Gasoline, Flex fuel

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionAutomatic
Gears4
DrivetrainFWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)
City16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km)
Highway23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 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Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity.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

6 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 3, 2026.

  • 16E026000: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS

    Bosch Brake Components LLC (Bosch) is recalling certain aftermarket replacement front brake pads, models Bosch QuietCast BC598 and BP765, Bosch Blue BE598 and BE598H, Prostop PD598 and PD765M, Duralast Gold DG598, Duralast MKD598, Stop Master ST598, UltraStop ULT598, UltraLife MX598 and MX765, BrakeBest MKD765, and Prostop Platinum PGD598. These brake pads, manufactured October 1, 2014, to…

    Remedy: Bosch will instruct the owners how to have the affected brake pads replaced, free of charge. The recall began on May 26, 2016. Owners may contact Bosch customer service at 1-888-715-3616.

    Reported April 1, 2016. View on NHTSA

  • 04V330000: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST

    CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH POWER ADJUSTABLE SEATS MAY HAVE BEEN INADEQUATELY WELDED.

    Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE UPPER SUPPORT ASSEMBLY ON THE POWER SEATS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 20, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.

    Reported July 8, 2004. View on NHTSA

Data sources

  • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 9, 2026 · US Government public data
  • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 17, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: November 9, 2026

Data verified: November 9, 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.

Related vehicles

  • 2003 Mercury Sable

    Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Flex fuel

    Varies by configuration: 3.0L 6-cylinder (2-VALVE), 3.0L 6-cylinder (4-VALVE), 3.0L 6-cylinder (FLEX-FUEL) · FWD
    21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km)

  • 2005 Mercury Sable

    Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Flex fuel

    Varies by configuration: 3.0L 6-cylinder (2V), 3.0L 6-cylinder (4V), 3.0L 6-cylinder (FLEX-FUEL) · FWD
    20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2004 Mercury Sable have?

Varies by configuration: 3.0L 6-cylinder (2-VALVE), 3.0L 6-cylinder (4-VALVE), 3.0L 6-cylinder (FLEX-FUEL), 3.0L 6-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2004 Mercury Sable?

Combined fuel economy is 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2004 Mercury Sable front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: FWD.

Are there recalls for the 2004 Mercury Sable?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 3, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.