Mercury Cougar
2000–2002 model years · Generation introduced 1999
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- Available years
- 2000–2002
- Yearly records
- 3
- Reported market values
- $3,000–$3,325
The overview
The Cougar was introduced in 1999 as a small, front-wheel-drive coupe with a large hatchback. The car had excellent handling but a stiff ride. It was available with a 125-horsepower, 2.0-liter four-cylinder or a 170-hp, 2.5-liter V6. Even the V6 provides just adequate acceleration. It is available with an automatic transmission that is sometimes reluctant to downshift or with a balky five-speed manual. Six-footers fit comfortably up front and the rear seat is comfortable for a sporty coupe. The Cougar was dropped after 2002.
Generation summary from Consumer Reports. Year-specific figures appear below; missing values mean unavailable, not zero.
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Each row keeps its own source data.
| Model year | Market value | Reliability | Owner rating | EPA combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 ↗ V6 2-door hatchback 2.5-liter V6 (170 hp) (Regular Gasoline) | $3,325 | Not rated | Not rated | Unavailable |
| 2001 ↗ V6 2-door hatchback 2.5-liter V6 (170 hp) (Regular Gasoline) | $3,200 | Not rated | Not rated | Unavailable |
| 2000 ↗ V6 2-door hatchback 2.5-liter V6 (170 hp) (Regular Gasoline) | $3,000 | Not rated | Not rated | Unavailable |
Values depend on trim and condition. Ratings are source-reported; road-test results may describe a tested configuration.
Year by year
2002 model
V6 2-door hatchback 2.5-liter V6 (170 hp) (Regular Gasoline) · Conventional · Used
Find 2002 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 2-door hatchback
- Drive type
- FWD
- Transmission
- Manual / Automatic
- Category
- Sports cars 4/5-seat
- Generation began
- 1999
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $3,325
- Retail value range
- $3,250 - $3,400
- Original MSRP range
- $16,520 - $19,920
- Trade-in range
- $855 - $980
Ratings
- Road test score
- 74/100
Fuel economy
- Tested city
- 15 MPG
- Tested highway
- 51 MPG
- Tested overall
- 25 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $1,910
- Cruising range
- 375 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 4 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 10.6 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 138 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 52.5 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 185 in
- Width
- 70 in
- Height
- 52 in
- Wheelbase
- 106 in
- Weight
- 3,140 lb
- Maximum load
- 700 lb
- Towing capacity
- 1,000 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 4 people
- Front head room
- 1.5 in
- Front leg room
- 40.5 in
- Rear head room
- 0.5 in
- Rear leg room
- 26.5 in
- Cargo volume
- 0 cu ft
- Luggage
- 4+1
Vehicle ID: 8727 First published: June 21, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2001 model
V6 2-door hatchback 2.5-liter V6 (170 hp) (Regular Gasoline) · Conventional · Used
Find 2001 listings ↗
Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 2-door hatchback
- Drive type
- FWD
- Transmission
- Manual / Automatic
- Category
- Sports cars 4/5-seat
- Generation began
- 1999
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $3,200
- Retail value range
- $3,150 - $3,800
- Original MSRP range
- $16,700 - $22,050
- Trade-in range
- $780 - $1,200
Ratings
- Road test score
- 74/100
Fuel economy
- Tested city
- 15 MPG
- Tested highway
- 51 MPG
- Tested overall
- 25 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $1,910
- Cruising range
- 375 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 4 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 10.6 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 138 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 52.5 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 185 in
- Width
- 70 in
- Wheelbase
- 106 in
- Weight
- 3,140 lb
- Maximum load
- 700 lb
- Towing capacity
- 1,000 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 4 people
- Front head room
- 1.5 in
- Front leg room
- 40.5 in
- Rear head room
- 0.5 in
- Rear leg room
- 26.5 in
- Cargo volume
- 0 cu ft
- Luggage
- 4+1
Vehicle ID: 10450 First published: June 21, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2000 model
V6 2-door hatchback 2.5-liter V6 (170 hp) (Regular Gasoline) · Conventional · Used
Find 2000 listings ↗
Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- 2-door hatchback
- Drive type
- FWD
- Transmission
- Manual / Automatic
- Category
- Sports cars 4/5-seat
- Generation began
- 1999
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $3,000
- Retail value range
- $2,950 - $3,375
- Original MSRP range
- $16,540 - $17,040
- Trade-in range
- $630 - $950
Ratings
- Road test score
- 74/100
Fuel economy
- Tested city
- 15 MPG
- Tested highway
- 51 MPG
- Tested overall
- 25 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $1,910
- Cruising range
- 375 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 4 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 10.6 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 138 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 52.5 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 185 in
- Width
- 70 in
- Wheelbase
- 106 in
- Weight
- 3,140 lb
- Maximum load
- 700 lb
- Towing capacity
- 1,000 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 4 people
- Front head room
- 1.5 in
- Front leg room
- 40.5 in
- Rear head room
- 0.5 in
- Rear leg room
- 26.5 in
- Cargo volume
- 0 cu ft
- Luggage
- 4+1
Vehicle ID: 8570 First published: June 21, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
Behind the data
Latest source update: September 11, 2026
Vehicle summaries, specifications, pricing and ratings come from Consumer Reports vehicle records. Auto Guide groups these records by model and reported generation start year.
Available years are listed explicitly. Gaps do not imply that a model was discontinued. Prices are source estimates, not live offers. No first-hand road test by Auto Guide is claimed.
