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2010 Mercury Mountaineer Base

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2010 Mercury Mountaineer – front Unverified
Photo: 2010 Mercury Mountaineer Premier in White Platinum Tri-Coat Metallic, front left, 07-05-2026 by Cutlass, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the third generation (2006–2010); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
  1. Photo: 2010 Mercury Mountaineer Premier in White Platinum Tri-Coat Metallic, front left, 07-05-2026 by Cutlass, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
  2. Photo: 2006 Mercury Mountaineer Premier V8 by Clock38030, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  3. Photo: 2007 Mercury Mountaineer Premier, Rear Right, 08-11-2020 by SsmIntrigue, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  4. Photo: 2010 Mercury Mountaineer Premier in White Platinum Tri-Coat Metallic, rear left, 07-05-2026 by Cutlass, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
  5. Photo: Mercury Mountaineer dashboard by deathpallie325, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

The 2010 Mercury Mountaineer Base is a 210-hp V6 with a 5-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $29,895 MSRP and is rated at 16 mpg combined.

It makes 210 horsepower and 254 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 14 mpg city and 20 mpg highway (16 mpg combined).

The Mountaineer measures 193.5 inches long on a 113.7-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,625 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$29,895 ($44,548 *)
MSRP with Destination$30,710 ($45,762 *)
Destination Charge$815
Engine
Engine Type4.0L Cologne SOHC V6, naturally aspirated
Horsepower210 hp
Torque254 lb-ft
ValvetrainSOHC, 2 valves per cylinder
Bore and Stroke100.33 x 84.33
Injection TypeMultiport fuel injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRear-Wheel Drive
Transmission
Transmission5-speed automatic
Fuel Economy
City14 MPG
Highway20 MPG
Combined16 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent
Rear SuspensionIndependent
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front17 in
Wheels Rear17 in
Tires FrontP245/65R17
Tires RearP245/65R17
Dimensions & Weight
Length193.5 in
Width73.7 in
Height72.8 in
Wheelbase113.7 in
Cargo Volume83.7 ft³
Curb Weight4,625 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front39.8 in
Headroom Rear38.7 in
Legroom Front42.4 in
Legroom Rear36.9 in
Shoulder Room Front59 in
Shoulder Room Rear59 in
Hip Room Front55.4 in
Hip Room Rear55.4 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Similar cars

Rivals to the 2010 Mercury Mountaineer Base with similar size, power and price from around the same years.

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Frontal – driver ★★★★★
Frontal – passenger ★★★★★
Side crash Not rated
Rollover ★★★★★ (22.8 % risk)
Tested variant: 2010 Mercury Mountaineer 4-DR. w/SAB

Recalls

1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2010 Mercury MOUNTAINEER. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Apr 20, 2010 · SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER

FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 FUSION, EXPLORER, EXPLORER SPORT TRAC, AND MERCURY MILAN AND MOUNTAINEER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN DECEMBER 15, 2009 THROUGH FEBRUARY 3, 2010 EQUIPPED WITH FRONT SEAT MANUAL RECLINERS. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 202, "HEAD RESTRAINT." THE RECLINER GEAR PLATE TEETH MAY BE OUT OF DIMENSION SPECIFICATION WHICH COULD RESULT IN LIMITED PAWL TO GEAR PLATE TOOTH ENGAGEMENT.

Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE SEATBACK AND HEAD RESTRAINT MAY MOVE REARWARD, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE MANUAL RECLINERS FOR BOTH POWER AND MANUAL SEATS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE APRIL 30, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332.

NHTSA campaign 10V161000

13 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2010 Mercury MOUNTAINEER

Owner Complaints

13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2010 Mercury MOUNTAINEER. See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Service Brakes5
Vehicle Speed Control4
Engine3
Power Train2
Steering2
Electrical System1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Jun 7, 2022 · Electrical System
“The contact owns a 2010 Mercury Mountaineer. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was…”
Dec 31, 2019 · Seats, Interior Lighting, Service Brakes
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER. WHILE THE CONTACT'S WIFE WAS DRIVING 70 MPH, SHE DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE FRONT DRIVER'S SEAT STARTED TO SLIDE BACKWARDS AND THE INTERIOR…”
Dec 8, 2019 · Unknown Or Other
“DOORS LOCKING MECHANISM MALFUNCTIONING AND CODING NUMBERS NOT FUNCTIONING. BEING LOCKED OUT WHEN USING CODE #S. CHAIN CRANKIN HARSHLY BUT NOT UNLOCKING DOORS. WHEN USING KEY INSTEAD OF CODE KEY DOES…”
Dec 10, 2018 · Power Train
“REAR DIFFERENTIAL IS FILLING WITH WATER PASS THE FILL PLUG. THIS IS A GARAGE KEPT CAR AND NEVER OFF ROAD NOR DIRVEN IN DEEP WATER. FIRST TIME DISCOVERED AT 22000 MILES AND THE DEALER REPLACE THE…”
Jun 26, 2016 · Engine, Fuel/Propulsion System
“AT HIGH SPEEDS, THE CAR STALLS. IT ALSO STALLS AT STOP LIGHTS. THIS HAPPENS REPEATEDLY, AND FORD CANNOT FIGURE OUT WHAT IS WRONG WITH IT.”

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 2010 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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