Mercury Milan
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| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
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| Production | 2005–present |
| Assembly | Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico |
| Predecessor | Mercury Sable (2005 model only) Mercury Mystique |
| Class | Mid-size |
| Body style(s) | 4-door sedan |
| Layout | Front engine, front-wheel drive / Four-wheel drive |
| Platform | Ford CD3 platform |
| Engine(s) | 2.3 L Duratec 23 I4 (2006–2009) 2.5 L Duratec 25 I4 (2010–) 3.0 L Duratec 30 V6 |
| Transmission(s) | 6-speed Aisin TF-80 automatic (3.0L V6, 2006-2009) 6-speed Ford 6F35 automatic (2010-) 5-speed Mazda FNR5 automatic (2.3L I4) 5-speed Mazda G5M manual (2.3L I4) 6-speed Mazda G6M manual (2.5L I4) Continuously variable transmission (2.5L I4 hybrid) |
| Wheelbase | 107.4 in (2728 mm) |
| Length | 191.4 in (4862 mm) (2006-2009) 189.0 in (4801 mm) (2010- ) |
| Width | 72.2 in (1834 mm) |
| Height | 2006: 55.8 in (1417 mm) 2007-Present: 57.2 in (1453 mm) Hybrid: 56.9 in (1445 mm) |
| Fuel capacity | 17.5 US gal (14.6 imp gal; 66 L) (FWD) 16.5 US gal (13.7 imp gal; 62 L) (AWD) [1] |
| Related | Ford Edge Ford Fusion Lincoln MKX Lincoln Zephyr/MKZ Mazda6 Mazda CX-9 |
The Mercury Milan is a mid-size sedan based on the Ford CD3 platform built by Ford Motor Company and distributed by the Lincoln-Mercury division. The Milan is an upscale version of its Ford counterpart, the Ford Fusion, while being slotted below the luxury-spec Lincoln MKZ (formerly the Lincoln Zephyr) sedan.
The Milan is sold in the U.S. (including Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands), Mexico, and the Middle East.
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[edit] 2006-2009
The Milan was unveiled at the 2005 Chicago Auto Show on February 9.
Milan differs from Fusion by featuring unique front and rear fascia designs, larger rear doors, LED taillight clusters, projector head lamps and fog lamps, modified suspension, and an upgraded interior. The Milan filled the lineup gap following the discontinuation of both the Mercury Mystique in 2000 and the Mercury Sable in 2005, becoming the entry-level Mercury sedan. The Milan is available in six packaged variants: Milan I4, Milan V6, Milan I4 Premier, Milan V6 Premier, Milan V6 AWD, and Milan Premier AWD. 2007 Milans added the "MILAN" badge to the doors. As of 2008, only the Milan I4 and Milan I4 Premier are offered in the Middle East.
The Milan four cylinder comes standard with a five-speed manual, and is available with optional five-speed automatic, while V6 Milans come equipped only with a six-speed automatic transmission. All-wheel drive (AWD) was added as an available option for the 2007 model year, but only for the V6 equipped vehicles. Additionally, a DVD navigation system has been added to the option list while a console-mounted MP3 auxiliary jack was added as a standard feature in all 2007 Milans built as "Job 2" cars (the MP3 jack is not present in 2007 Job 1 cars). Job 2 cars also enjoy an IIHS boost in safety rating by having had certain interior panels replaced with those of different materials, thus increasing the safety rating for side impact protection.
Pricing starts at $19,490 for the base model. "Premier" labeled vehicles are available in either four or six cylinder versions allowing buyers to get interior features (leather, cruise, power seat) and exterior features (17-inch wheels, fog lights, defroster mirrors) normally reserved for the larger (and more expensive) powertrain. Pricing of Premier models is on par with fully loaded Fusion cars (SEL trim).
[edit] 2010-present
The 2010 Mercury Milan debuted at the 2008 Greater Los Angeles Auto Show alongside the 2010 Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ. It received significant cosmetic updates, with new front and rear fascias, revised wheel designs, and a redesigned dashboard. Engine options consist of the Duratec 25 four cylinder and Duratec 30 V6. A hybrid version is also offered, with an Atkinson cycle variant of the Duratec 25 gasoline engine paired with a 106 horsepower AC synchronous electric motor and continuously variable transmission.
All non-hybrid 2010 Milans are equipped with 6-speed transmissions; as with the 2006-2009 versions, the manual gearbox is only available with the four cylinder engine. V6 models gain a "SelectShift" feature that allows drivers to select and hold individual gears.
[edit] Powertrain configurations
| Engine | Power | Torque | Transmission | Fuel consumption city/Hwy |
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| 2.3 L Duratec 23 I4 (2006-2009) | 160 hp (119 kW) @ 6250 rpm | 156 lb·ft (212 N·m) @ 4250 rpm | 5-speed manual | 20 mpg-US (12 L/100 km; 24 mpg-imp)/29 mpg-US (8.1 L/100 km; 35 mpg-imp) |
| 2.3 L Duratec 23 I4 (2006-2009) | 160 hp (119 kW) @ 6250 rpm | 156 lb·ft (212 N·m) @4250 rpm | 5-speed automatic | 20 mpg-US (12 L/100 km; 24 mpg-imp)/28 mpg-US (8.4 L/100 km; 34 mpg-imp) |
| 2.5 L Duratec 25 I4 (2010- ) | 175 hp (130 kW) @ 6000 rpm | 172 lb·ft (233 N·m) @4500 rpm | 6-speed manual | 22 mpg-US (11 L/100 km; 26 mpg-imp)/31 mpg-US (7.6 L/100 km; 37 mpg-imp) |
| 2.5 L Duratec 25 I4 (2010- ) | 175 hp (130 kW) @ 6000 rpm | 172 lb·ft (233 N·m) @4500 rpm | 6-speed auto | 23 mpg-US (10 L/100 km; 28 mpg-imp)/34 mpg-US (6.9 L/100 km; 41 mpg-imp) (16" wheels); 22 mpg-US (11 L/100 km; 26 mpg-imp)/31 mpg-US (7.6 L/100 km; 37 mpg-imp) (17" wheels) |
| 2.5 L Duratec 25 I4 Atkinson Cycle (2010- ) | 156 hp (116 kW) @ 6000 rpm | 136 lb·ft (184 N·m) @2250 rpm | Continuously variable transmission | 41 mpg-US (5.7 L/100 km; 49 mpg-imp)/36 mpg-US (6.5 L/100 km; 43 mpg-imp) (hybrid) |
| 3.0 L Duratec 30 V6 FWD (2006-2009) | 221 hp (165 kW) @ 6250 rpm | 205 lb·ft (278 N·m) @ 4800 rpm | 6-speed automatic | 18 mpg-US (13 L/100 km; 22 mpg-imp)/26 mpg-US (9.0 L/100 km; 31 mpg-imp) |
| 3.0 L Duratec 30 V6 AWD (2006-2009) | 221 hp (165 kW) @ 6250 rpm (165 kW) | 205 lb·ft (278 N·m) @4800 rpm | 6-speed automatic | 17 mpg-US (14 L/100 km; 20 mpg-imp)/25 mpg-US (9.4 L/100 km; 30 mpg-imp) |
| 3.0 L Duratec 30 V6 FWD (2010- ) | 240 hp (179 kW) @ 6550 rpm (165 kW) | 223 lb·ft (302 N·m) @4300 rpm | 6-speed automatic | 18 mpg-US (13 L/100 km; 22 mpg-imp)/27 mpg-US (8.7 L/100 km; 32 mpg-imp) |
| 3.0 L Duratec 30 V6 AWD (2010- ) | 240 hp (179 kW) @ 6550 rpm (165 kW) | 223 lb·ft (302 N·m) @4300 rpm | 6-speed automatic | 18 mpg-US (13 L/100 km; 22 mpg-imp)/25 mpg-US (9.4 L/100 km; 30 mpg-imp) |
[edit] Awards and recognitions
- In November 2006 Consumer Reports ranked the Mercury Milan one of the most reliable cars available in the U.S. (4th Place). [2]
- Mercury Milan won Auto Pacific's 2006 vehicle Satisfaction Award for Midsize Cars.
- The VSA had great things to say about the Milan including: "The Milan is a clear winner among midsize competition". Combining excellent styling, good size, roominess, sporty ride and handling, the Milan provides its owners with a very satisfying experience.
- First six speed automatic transmission in the medium car class.
- 2007 Consumer Guide Recommended Mid-size Car
- 2007 J.D. Power & Associates Initial Quality Winner, Midsize Car Category
- 2007 Second Quarter U.S. Global Quality Research System Study, 2nd Place Winner
- 2008 & 2009 lowest TGW ("things gone wrong") in midsize car category (analysis by RDA Group)
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