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Mercury Cougar IV (XR7) 6.6 V8 (173 Hp)
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Mercury Cougar:
The Mercury Cougar is a series of automobiles that was sold by Mercury from 1967 to 2002. The model line is a diverse series of vehicles; though the Cougar nameplate is most commonly associated with two-door coupes, at various stages in its production, the model also was offered as a convertible and a hatchback. During its production as the mid-size Mercury line, the Cougar was also offered as a four-door sedan and five-door station wagon.
In production for 34 years across eight generations , the Cougar is second only to the Grand Marquis in the Mercury line for production longevity. 2,972,784 examples were produced, making it the highest-selling Mercury vehicle. During the 1970s and 1980s, the marketing of the Mercury division was closely associated with the Cougar, with promotional materials advertising Mercury dealers as "The Sign of the Cat" with big cats atop Lincoln-Mercury dealer signs. Cat-related nameplates were adopted by other Mercury lines, including the Bobcat and Lynx....(Read more on Wikipedia)
IV (XR7) Overview:
Mercury Cougar (IV (XR7)). Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
6.6 V8 (173 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The most potent engine in the lineup, providing respectable power for highway cruising and confident acceleration for its size and era.
Fuel Economy
As expected for a large V8, fuel consumption is high, making it costly to run.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Classic American personal luxury styling
- • Comfortable, smooth ride ideal for cruising
- • Robust V8 engines with a distinctive sound
- • Spacious interior for its class
- • Relatively affordable entry into classic car ownership
Cons:
- • Poor fuel economy across all engine options
- • Soft suspension leads to limited handling dynamics
- • Outdated safety features compared to modern vehicles
- • Performance is modest by today's standards
- • Rust can be a common issue for unrestored examples
Specifications:
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| Brand: | Mercury |
| Model: | Cougar |
| Generation: | IV (XR7) |
| Modification (Engine): | 6.6 V8 (173 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1977 |
| End of production: | 1979 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
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| Power: | 173 Hp |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Size: | |
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| Wheelbase: | 2896 mm mm |
| Powertrain: | |
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| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
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