Mercury Sable
2008–2009 model years · Generation introduced 2008
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- Available years
- 2008–2009
- Yearly records
- 2
- Reported market values
- $2,988–$4,188
The overview
The Montego was renamed Sable in 2008. The Montego/Sable and their twin, the Ford Five Hundred/Taurus) are a roomy sedan that emphasizes comfort and good ergonomics. It features an elevated seating position for good outward vision and cabin access. The rear seat is immense. Power comes from an underpowered and unpolished 3.0-liter V6 engine that is mated to either a six-speed automatic on FWD models or a continuously variable transmission on AWD models, which were somewhat sluggish at launch. It has a comfortable ride and handles with commendable agility considering its size. 2008 also brought a a smoother, more powerful 3.5-liter V6. Handling is responsive and secure.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 ↗ Premier sedan 3.5-liter V6 (263 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed | $4,188 | Not rated | Not rated | Unavailable |
| 2008 ↗ Base sedan 3.5-liter V6 (263 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed | $2,988 | 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
2009 model
Premier sedan 3.5-liter V6 (263 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed · Conventional · Used
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Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- sedan
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Large cars
- Generation began
- 2008
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $4,188
- Retail value range
- $3,625 - $4,350
- Original MSRP range
- $25,120 - $31,230
- Trade-in range
- $1,075 - $1,490
Road tests
- Test status
- Not Tested
Dimensions
- Length
- 202 in
- Width
- 75 in
- Height
- 62 in
- Wheelbase
- 113 in
- Weight
- 3,900 lb
- Maximum load
- 950 lb
- Towing capacity
- 1,000 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 3.5 in
- Front leg room
- 41 in
- Rear head room
- 4 in
- Rear leg room
- 32 in
- Luggage
- 5+1+0
Vehicle ID: 7371 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2008 model
Base sedan 3.5-liter V6 (263 hp) (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2008 listings ↗
Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- sedan
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Large cars
- Generation began
- 2008
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $2,988
- Retail value range
- $2,975 - $3,025
- Original MSRP range
- $23,935 - $29,575
- Trade-in range
- $570 - $640
Road tests
- Test status
- Not Tested
Dimensions
- Length
- 200 in
- Width
- 75 in
- Height
- 62 in
- Wheelbase
- 113 in
- Weight
- 4,105 lb
- Maximum load
- 950 lb
- Towing capacity
- 1,000 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 5 in
- Front leg room
- 40 in
- Rear head room
- 3 in
- Rear leg room
- 31 in
- Luggage
- 5+1+0
Vehicle ID: 5775 First published: July 22, 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.
