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2002 Mercury Cougar
Hatchback FWD
CarGurus Instant Market Value
$16,995
1998 Lincoln Mark VIII
2 Dr LSC Coupe
CarGurus Instant Market Value
$39,990
4 listings nationwide

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2002 Mercury Cougar
Hatchback FWD
DeltaDrifter writes:
Very good power, but kinda heavy & priced too high.
245
Remo 2002 Mercury Cougar Hatchback FWDReview:

The Cougar — it is a good car and very good commuter does well on long trips to work and high miles bought mine...

Primary Use: Commuting to work

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Each 2002 Mercury Cougar Hatchback FWDReview:

My Tricked Out Mercury Cougar — I had the 4 cylinder instead of the V6 but I couldn't find the V6 in a 5 speed and I didn't want an ...

1998 Lincoln Mark VIII
2 Dr LSC Coupe
295
Timothy 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII 2 Dr LSC CoupeReview:

Cobra In A Tuxedo — 300hp in a Lincoln. Air suspension that comes stock is comfortable, reliability is an issue though. ...

Primary Use: Commuting to work

135
topher5150 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII 2 Dr LSC CoupeReview:

The Hot Rod Lincoln — A great car to mod and have fun with, and still look classy in. A real luxury cruiser, but still a s...

Primary Use: Sport/fun (spirited driving, track racing, off-roading, etc.)

265
Victor 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII 2 Dr LSC CoupeReview:

Fast Grampa's Car — this car is fast, you dont expect it at all, after all its a lincoln lol. 32 valve duel over head ...

Primary Use: Commuting to work

Specs

2002 Mercury Cougar
Hatchback FWD
1998 Lincoln Mark VIII
2 Dr LSC Coupe
Powertrain 5-Speed Manual 4-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
RWD
Fuel Economy, City
21 MPG
15 MPG
Fuel Economy, Highway
31 MPG
24 MPG
Fuel Tank Volume 15 gal 18 gal
Engine
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Gasoline
Power
125 hp @ 5,500 RPM
290 hp @ 5,750 RPM
Torque
130 lb-ft @ 4,000 RPM
290 lb-ft @ 4,500 RPM
Cylinders
4 cylinders
8 cylinders
Displacement
2,000 cc
4,600 cc
Safety
ABS Brakes -- Standard
Driver Airbag Standard Standard
Passenger Airbag Standard Standard
NHTSA Crash Test Results
Side Driver 3 stars --
Side Rear Passenger 3 stars --
Comfort and Convenience
Sunroof/Moonroof Optional Optional
Leather Seats -- Standard
Air Conditioning Standard Standard
CD Player Standard Optional
CD Changer Optional --
Cassette Player Optional Standard
Radio Standard Standard
Power Windows Standard Standard
Power Door Locks Standard Standard
Driver Power Seats Standard Standard
Passenger Power Seats Standard Standard
Interior
Maximum Seating 4 seats 5 seats
Front Legroom 42.6 in 42.6 in
Back Legroom 33.2 in 35.7 in
Payload and Towing
Cargo Volume 14.5 cu ft 14.4 cu ft
Standard Towing Capacity 1,000 lbs 2,000 lbs
Maximum Towing Capacity 1,000 lbs 2,000 lbs
Exterior
Length 185 in 207.2 in
Width 69.6 in 74.8 in
Height 52.2 in 53.6 in
Wheelbase 106.4 in 113 in

Available Options

2002 Mercury Cougar
Hatchback FWD
1998 Lincoln Mark VIII
2 Dr LSC Coupe

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