1999 Mercury Villager Base
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- Photo: 2001 Mercury Villager Sport, front 2.7.20 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1999 Mercury Villager in Silver, front left by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Mercury Villager, WAW by Raf24~commonswiki, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2001 Mercury Villager Sport, rear 2.7.20 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1999 Mercury Villager in Silver, rear left by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1999 Mercury Villager Base is a 170-hp 3.3-liter V6 with a 4-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $22,995 MSRP and is rated at 18 mpg combined.
It makes 170 horsepower and 200 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 15 mpg city and 22 mpg highway (18 mpg combined).
The Villager measures 194.7 inches long on a 112.2-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Minivan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $22,995 ($44,858 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.3L VG33E SOHC V6, naturally aspirated |
| Displacement | 3.3 L |
| Horsepower | 170 hp |
| Torque | 200 lb-ft |
| Valvetrain | OHC V6 |
| Bore and Stroke | 91.5 x 83.0 |
| Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 |
| Injection Type | Sequential fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 15 MPG |
| Highway | 22 MPG |
| Combined | 18 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut |
| Rear Suspension | Solid rear axle with leaf springs |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Ventilated disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | Drum |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 15 in |
| Wheels Rear | 15 in |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 194.7 in |
| Width | 74.9 in |
| Height | 70.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in |
| Cargo Volume | 135.6 ft³ |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.7 in |
| Headroom Rear | 39.9 in |
| Legroom Front | 39.9 in |
| Legroom Rear | 36.4 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 62.3 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 64.6 in |
| Hip Room Front | 56.5 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 56.5 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1999 Mercury Villager Base with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1999 Mercury VILLAGER. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Oct 10, 2000 · STEERING:RACK AND PINION
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINI VANS. ONE OR MORE OF THE FIVE BOLTS THAT MOUNT THE RACK AND PINION STEERING GEAR TO THE VEHICLE MAY HAVE BEEN INCORRECTLY TIGHTENED.
Consequence: THERE COULD BE A LOOSENESS IN THE STEERING, WHICH MAY BE ACCOMPANIED BY NOISE OR VIBRATION.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLES AND, IF THE BOLTS ARE MISSING, WILL REPLACE THE STEERING GEAR MOUNTING BOLTS. ALL BOLTS WILL BE TIGHTENED TO THE SPECIFIED TORQUE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN NOVEMBER 28, 2000. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
NHTSA campaign 00V292001
Dec 10, 1999 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINIVANS. THE TAIL LIGHT SOCKET MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY MOLDED, RESULTING IN THE LOCKING TAB HAVING INSUFFICIENT FORCE TO RETAIN THE BULB.
Consequence: IF THE BULB FALLS OUT OF THE SOCKET, THE BRAKE OR TAIL LAMP FUNCTION CANNOT OCCUR.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TAIL LAMP SOCKETS.
NHTSA campaign 99V347001
Aug 3, 1999 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINI VANS. THE FUEL TANK RETENTION STRAP (TWO STRAPS PER VEHICLE) CAN BREAK AT THE SPOT WELDS CAUSING AN UNDERBODY RATTLE.
Consequence: THERE IS ALSO A POTENTIAL FOR FUEL TANK SEPARATION OR FUEL LEAK, INCREASING THE RISK OF A FIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL TANK RETENTION STRAPS.
NHTSA campaign 99V205001
Mar 30, 1999 · SEATS
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINI VANS. THE AFFECTED VEHICLES MAY HAVE A SECOND ROW RIGHT HAND SIDE CAPTAIN CHAIR THAT HAS INADEQUATE LUBRICATION OF THE EASY ENTRY AND EXIT LATCH SYSTEM. IN SOME CASES, THE ACTUATOR SPRING IN THE LATCH COULD DEFORM AFTER REPEATED USE, CAUSING THE LATCH TO REMAIN IN THE UNLATCHED POSITION. IF THIS OCCURS, THE SEAT WILL SLIDE FREELY ON THE SEAT TRACK AND THE SPRINGS ON THE TRACK WILL MOVE THE SEAT TO THE EASY ENTRY POSITION TOWARD THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE.
Consequence: AN UNLATCHED SEAT TRACK COULD RESULT IN AN INCREASED RISK OF INJURY IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SEAT TRACK FOR THE SECOND ROW RIGHT HAND SIDE CAPTAIN'S CHAIR, WHICH INCLUDES THE EASY ENTRY AND EXIT LATCH MECHANISM.
NHTSA campaign 99V056001
185 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1999 Mercury VILLAGER
Owner Complaints
185 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1999 Mercury VILLAGER (11 mention a crash, 3 a fire, 7 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Vehicle Speed Control | 84 |
| Exterior Lighting | 15 |
| Fuel System | 13 |
| Hydraulic | 12 |
| Service Brakes | 12 |
| Power Train | 11 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1999 MERCURY VILLAGER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.