2008 Mercury Sable Reviews, Pricing & Specs

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$23,540 to $28,795

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The Sable sedan re-enters Mercury's lineup for 2008 as a replacement for the Montego, and in fact is essentially a rebadged and updated version of the Montego. Exterior styling updates include a new grille and front bumper, dual chrome exhaust tips, projector-beam headlamps, redesigned LED taillamps, integrated turn signal markers at either end of the front bumper, 17-inch seven-spoke bright aluminum wheels, and a satin finish on the sideview mirrors and door handles.

The satin-finish look continues inside to the steering wheel spokes and shifter knob. Other new components in the Sable's interior include a new instrument panel cluster with clean, easy-to-read dials, new interior colors and textures, and an available Premium wood package.

Power for the 2008 Sable is provided by a new 3.5-liter V6 engine linked to a six-speed automatic transmission. An All-Wheel-Drive system is available as an option.

Safety features for the 2008 Sable include six standard airbags (front, front-side, and a Safety Canopy system with a rollover sensor), an available AdvanceTrac system with Electronic Stability Control, and a Reverse Sensing System, which alerts drivers when backing up if objects are behind the vehicle.

As with many 2008 models, the Sable is equipped with a standard MP3 audio input jack. Optional entertainment features include Sirius satellite radio, a 320-watt, seven-speaker Audiophile stereo system, and a rear-seat DVD entertainment system.

A power moonroof, power heated front seats, power-adjustable pedals, and a voice-activated, DVD-based navigation system with a 6.5-inch color screen are also available as options.

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Published Aug 8, 2022 by CarGurus Editorial Team
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User reviews for 2008 Mercury Sable

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by Randy P
Apr 07, 2022
A low mileage car plagued with electrical issues - sunroof, seat hater, power window. I expected parts to be easier to source (dealer unable to source parts). So, a disappointment.Apr 07, 2022
by Christopher Leon B
Jul 17, 2021
Excellent car, black 4 doors moonroof leather seats keep clean, rides like a Cadillac. Willing to make a trade for something like SUV or Honda accord.It is worth the value last of its kind left maybe a mother loving care all it missing.Shines like a Stallion.Jul 17, 2021
by Alicia B
Apr 12, 2021
This car drives so smooth!! It is roomy and was immaculately clean.Apr 12, 2021

2008 Mercury Sable Pricing

Original MSRP
$23,540 to $28,795
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Trims & specs

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

IPod auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.4 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.0 · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: 8 · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Keyless entry: keypad · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Parking sensors: rear · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Reading lights: rear · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: sunglasses holder · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Power adjustments: 8

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 2.77

Exterior Features

Exhaust tip color: chrome

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder

Lights

Headlights: Auto on/off · Tail and brake lights: LED

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: puddle lamps

Passenger Seat

Power adjustments: 2

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Safety

Child seat anchors: LATCH system

Seatbelts

Rear center seatbelt: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front and rear

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Passenger seat folding: folds flat · Upholstery: cloth

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Tires

Type: all season

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

IPod auxiliary audio input · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.4 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.0 · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: 8 · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Keyless entry: keypad · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Parking sensors: rear · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Reading lights: rear · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: storage organizer · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Power adjustments: 6

Drivetrain

4WD Type: on demand · Axle ratio: 2.77

Exterior Features

Exhaust tip color: chrome

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder

Lights

Headlights: Auto on/off · Tail and brake lights: LED

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: puddle lamps

Passenger Seat

Power adjustments: 2

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Safety

Child seat anchors: LATCH system

Seatbelts

Rear center seatbelt: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Passenger seat folding: folds flat · Upholstery: cloth

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Tires

Type: all season

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Auxiliary audio input: jack · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Total Number of Speakers: 8

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.4 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.0 · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: rear center folding with storage · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: wood

Convenience Features

Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: 8 · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Keyless entry: keypad · Memorized settings: side mirrors · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Parking sensors: rear · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Reading lights: rear · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Power adjustments: 8

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 2.77

Exterior Features

Exhaust tip color: chrome

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable

In Car Entertainment

Video monitor location: rear · Video system: DVD player

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder

Lights

Headlights: Auto on/off · Tail and brake lights: LED

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Passenger Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Power adjustments: 2

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Safety

Child seat anchors: LATCH system

Seatbelts

Rear center seatbelt: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat folding: folds flat · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: leather

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Stability and Traction

Stability control: electronic

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: coil over shock · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Telematics

Navigation system: DVD navigation system w/voice activation

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheels: chrome

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

IPod auxiliary audio input · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Total Number of Speakers: 8

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.4 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.0 · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: rear center folding with storage · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: wood · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: 8 · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Keyless entry: keypad · Memorized settings: side mirrors · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Parking sensors: rear · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Reading lights: rear · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: sunglasses holder · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Power adjustments: 8

Drivetrain

4WD Type: on demand · Axle ratio: 2.77

Exterior Features

Exhaust tip color: chrome

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable

In Car Entertainment

Video monitor location: rear · Video system: DVD player

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder

Lights

Headlights: Auto on/off · Tail and brake lights: LED

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Passenger Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Power adjustments: 2

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Safety

Child seat anchors: LATCH system

Seatbelts

Rear center seatbelt: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front and rear

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat folding: folds flat · Rear headrests: adjustable · Upholstery: leather

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Stability and Traction

Stability control: electronic

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: coil over shock · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Telematics

Navigation system: DVD navigation system w/voice activation

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheels: chrome

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