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2000 Mercury Cougar Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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User reviews for 2000 Mercury Cougar
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by john v
Jun 15, 2021
The car has superior styling . comfort and handling and the V6 Sport cougar has impressive power Jun 15, 2021
by Caz C
May 12, 2013
I bought this car after my 97 mustang was totalled and I adore this car! I have been able to find tons of mods with little effort and is easy to fix personally (I am a chick with minor expeirence). I love the sleek style and for a 4cyl my little 5 speed is QUICK and hugs turns! I have had no issues and has 181xxx miles. The only issue i ran into was i had to replace the rear hatch support but took maybe 45mins. I highly reccommend it best bang for your buck!May 12, 2013
by Jeremy Z
Feb 12, 2013
i loved everything about it never had any maintience cost fast quick on take off only issue was low head room in back seat it would stop on a dime allways reiable good on snow and ice would love to have it back if i could find itFeb 12, 2013
User rating:
by john v
Jun 15, 2021
The car has superior styling . comfort and handling and the V6 Sport cougar has impressive power Jun 15, 2021
by Caz C
May 12, 2013
I bought this car after my 97 mustang was totalled and I adore this car! I have been able to find tons of mods with little effort and is easy to fix personally (I am a chick with minor expeirence). I love the sleek style and for a 4cyl my little 5 speed is QUICK and hugs turns! I have had no issues and has 181xxx miles. The only issue i ran into was i had to replace the rear hatch support but took maybe 45mins. I highly reccommend it best bang for your buck!May 12, 2013
by Jeremy Z
Feb 12, 2013
i loved everything about it never had any maintience cost fast quick on take off only issue was low head room in back seat it would stop on a dime allways reiable good on snow and ice would love to have it back if i could find itFeb 12, 2013
by Tim N
Aug 11, 2012
It's a wonderful car, it looks very stunning...and it is still a 12 year old
car, but no one Will ever notice that... I only miss a speed pilot.
Fantastic handling, and yet "just" a Ford! I Can only say, if you like it'
s looks, then buy one....Aug 11, 2012
by Sam D
Apr 09, 2012
Performance is great for everyday driving. Acceleration is energetic. Braking is very good, almost had an accident once and the brakes did they're job nicely. Handling is very smoothe, not fussey, very fun around corners.
Cant comment much on the build quality, not much of a grease monkey but I did need a new rear catilitic converter recently.
Appearance is overall great, it does have somewhat of a round oval shape, but still at most angels it looks sporty and stylish. Interior looks sports car like, air vents set the tone of the interior for me.
Gas milage isn't anything special, I'm averaging 19 MPG.
The car overall is fun to drive, theirs a sense of speed as the angine revs, yet also of relaxation on a quiet road, the ride is pretty smooth given the age. Apr 09, 2012
by Ginger B
Oct 26, 2011
This is my project car. I have a larger engine ready to put in it, I just have not had enough time. I recently put black leather seats with the Cougar emblem in it. I'm going to have fun with this car, and make it very fast.Oct 26, 2011
by Troy B
Oct 18, 2011
Great car, the zetec isnt the most powerful engine but it's got aftermarket potential. Mine is now supercharged. Handling is amazing with the aftermarket goodies I've added. Build quality is great, with the big stereo it doesnt rattle up the interior. Reliability is amazing, no major repairs needed, swapped to a focus motor with 340 000 km on it and it was still running strong. Parts are cheap and it looks amazing, it's aged very well.Oct 18, 2011
by Jarod M
Feb 24, 2011
Fun car. slightly underpowered 2.5 although has potential and is a great daily driver. Low end acceleration is a little doggy. around 3500 when the secondary plentums open the 2.5 comes to life.
Braking is quite good. I have drilled and sloted rotors.
Appearance is nice, suttle body line transition with rounded body, much like the 2g eclipse.
car is very fun to drive.Feb 24, 2011
by David S
Jul 31, 2010
car was bad ass for what it was. didn't know there was that big of a "scene" with these cars but I got her to look right and decent performance. spent way too much money on her than I should have in the long run.Jul 31, 2010
by Sead S
Jun 25, 2010
I own this car 2½ years -
Mechanically, there has never been anything.
Space for 4 people and a huge trunk!
Have everything in equipment
Have a beautiful design and incredibly sporty driving characteristics
0-60 mph in about 7 sec
Jun 25, 2010
by Nick P
Dec 03, 2009
For a 2.0l 4 cylinder, you can't really complain. If you're looking for speed, look elsewhere obviously. The cougar tops out at 110mph where the fuel is cut off to prevent you from going any faster.
I personally installed an intake and exhaust a few months after buying the car and noticed that around 50mph I could get around 40-45mpg.
The car had a digital dash readout of the outside temperature, trip odometer and gas mileage.
If you start the car holding down the unit and reset button you could get the CEL codes, a digital readout of the RPMs and the engine temp.
I loved this car and regret selling it, but I was naive then and thought that I'd enjoy having something with acceleration. Dec 03, 2009
by Andy U
Nov 25, 2009
its just a fun car, its built like a tank, its got a v6 what more can you ask for, and its cheap to own, its a total blast to drive so hell ya its a fun car to drive.Nov 25, 2009
by Anna S
Nov 22, 2009
Good car, 25-30mpg , sleek appearance. Brakes are good, but could be better. Low maintenence. I have fun driving this car. Car is quick, but not fast. Fun to fly around those curves in ;). Easy car to modify and make your own.Nov 22, 2009
by Jordan G
Sep 04, 2009
Performance- Quick off the line, 130hp, 125ft/torque, grips like a rollercoaster ( you not gonna loose traction while highspeed cornering)
Build Quality- Its a high end fast fun car. No repairs.
Costs- Great fuel milage (24mpg and up)
Fun- ITS FAST! No body roll, handles like a rollercoaster on its tracks. Sep 04, 2009
by Christopher D
Jun 11, 2009
Love the 2.0 Zetec manual, great motor best Zetec they make, looks nice, doesn't look like a ricer. don't see to many of them. love all my mods i've done, with lots to go! :) wish it was lighter, more HP and Torque.Jun 11, 2009
by Leanne B
Jan 04, 2009
Fairly reliable car and have owned for 9 years, just keep getting regular oil changes etc. Just starting to replace parts now, such as shocks, and breaks. Gas mileage is average. Very happy with the overall styling and design, it still looks good compared to others I see on the road today. I'm sorry they don't make these cars anymore!Jan 04, 2009
by Celestine C
Dec 24, 2008
Love the performance, acceleration is excellent for a small six cylinder, braking is tight and very responsive, and the handling is great.
Minor rattles, but the car is almost 10 years old, to be expected.
Interior is nice, foldaway cupholder is good, although the design of such is weak. Exterior styling is gorgeous, fluid lines, looks like she's moving when she's sitting still.
Cost of ownership is minimal, mileage is decent, and maintenance isn't overly expensive.
Overall, the sleekest, sexiest machine I've ever owned or driven, and I love driving it. Doesn't hurt that she attracts attention everywhere we go.
I'd recommend this car to anyone, but they haven't made them since 2002, so they're harder to find. Dec 24, 2008
by Jason L
Dec 15, 2008
This car has the most power out of my vehicles, it has some good gidy-up-and-go. I has geen a good car for me. I've only spent money on the extras, no problems. This car is Really fun to Drive. The Stereo has nice sound, factory. It has good trunk space.Dec 15, 2008
by Anonymous
Dec 11, 2008
I love my cougar. I just bought it and let me tell you..they are EXPENSIVE to fix. I happen to have many helpful friends in the automotive industry so I have a few tips. NEVER get your clutch fixed through ford. Unless you work their or have a friend there..it'll run you around $2100 to fix..ridiculous right?! also,if you have trouble with the alternator, get the wires checked first(they are knows to go) before replacing it.If it isnt your wires, trying getting the brushes replaced. Also, change your fuel filter often.Mine was 83% clogged when I bought it. Anyways, other then the $2200 in maintanence, its a great car. Dec 11, 2008
by Davus C
Oct 30, 2008
I love my car and like how it handels and the way it drives along with the way in looks and what i can do to the motor to upgrade it and it is fun to drive for every day and for racing along with the weekend trips with the familyOct 30, 2008
by Jennifer M
Jul 06, 2008
Interior is light and dark grey, exterior is cherry red, automatic transmission, 2.5 V6 engine.Jul 06, 2008
by Gareth T
Jul 04, 2008
The V6 version I had was fantastic - Leather seats, aircon, traction control and 4 airbags which came in handy when a woman wrote me off!!Jul 04, 2008
by Michael W
Jun 19, 2008
I hate this carJun 19, 2008
by Stephanie M
Jun 13, 2008
I think it is sexy. Jun 13, 2008
by Anonymous
Jun 13, 2008
sportyJun 13, 2008
by Vicky S
Jun 12, 2008
It's bloody hard to park!! Jun 12, 2008
by Guy F
Jun 11, 2008
Mon Char .. Ben Hummm Jsais pas Moi.. Jlaime Ben!!Jun 11, 2008
by Michael B
Feb 28, 2008
every one needs a good couarFeb 28, 2008
by Dawn D
Feb 15, 2008
Love the handling,fast and fun!Feb 15, 2008
by Josh G
Jan 19, 2008
Cool car. Rims, Intake, New Headunit. soon to be subs, exhaustJan 19, 2008
What users have asked
where the ecu is located
show me plaese , what an ecu look like.
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my 2000 mercury cougar 2.5 v6 has fuel and fire it still wont start it will crank but not start. i put a crankshaft sensor and a camshaft sensor it still wont start. what can it be
i was wondering could it be the anti theft device
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2000 Mercury Cougar Pricing
Original MSRP
$16,990 to $17,490Price range
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N/ATrims & specs
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front side airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Convenience Features
Multi-function remote: trunk release · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Roof
Sunroof: power glass
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front side airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Multi-function remote: trunk release · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Roof
Sunroof: power glass
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent