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2008 Mercury
Mariner hybrid to debut today
Friday,
October 06, 2006
Ford will debut the 2008
Mercury Mariner hybrid today at the South
Florida International Auto Show according to the Detroit
News. Available in early March, the new hybrid
Mariner will offer a redesigned interior and
exterior, front wheel or four-wheel drive, and
upgraded software for its hybrid powertrain which is
said to improve performance.
Additionally, "Outside, there are major changes
to the front and rear fascias, liftgate, lamps,
grille and hood. Ford raised the beltline and
removed the previous model's molding and body
cladding to give the vehicle a cleaner and more
substantial appearance."
"Inside, satin pewter finishes and chrome
accents combine with two-tone dash materials to
create a more stylish look, while ice blue
instrument lighting has been added to give the
vehicle a more techno feel at night. The Mariner's
utilitarian center console controls have been
replaced with a more modern set that gives it a more
architectural look, and cabin noise has been
reduced."
( Full
Detroit News Story)
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