2011 Mercury Mariner Hybrid FWD

The CarCody take

The 2011 Mercury Mariner Hybrid FWD is a gasoline-electric SUV with front-wheel drive, a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine and a variable-ratio automatic transmission. Its EPA rating is 32 MPG combined, with 34 MPG in city driving and 30 MPG on the highway. EPA annual fuel cost is $2,100, and tailpipe CO2 is 277.72 grams per mile.

Who it suits. Drivers wanting a hybrid gasoline SUV with front-wheel drive Urban driving where the 34 MPG city rating matters

What it is

The 2011 Mercury Mariner Hybrid FWD is a Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD with front-wheel drive. It uses a gasoline hybrid powertrain, a 2.5 L 4-cylinder engine and an automatic transmission with variable gear ratios. See other Mercury cars.

Its defining EPA figure is 32 MPG combined. That rating blends city and highway driving into one number for everyday comparisons.

The EPA numbers

The Mariner Hybrid FWD is rated at 34 MPG in city driving and 30 MPG on the highway. The combined rating is 32 MPG.

Tailpipe CO2 is listed at 277.72 grams per mile.

What it costs to run

EPA estimates annual fuel cost at $2,100. The estimate applies to its gasoline fuel rating and gives a yearly figure to use when planning fuel spending.

How it compares

Use the 32 MPG combined figure when lining this SUV up against other vehicles. Its city rating is 4 MPG higher than its highway rating, so the driving mix changes the number you see.

Who it suits

This Mariner suits a driver who wants an SUV body with hybrid gasoline power and front-wheel drive. Its 34 MPG city rating fits buyers whose driving includes more urban miles.

Trade-offs

Front-wheel drive limits the drivetrain choice to 2WD. Highway economy is 30 MPG, below the 34 MPG city rating. The vehicle also carries a tailpipe CO2 figure of 277.72 grams per mile.

Verdict

Choose this Mariner if a compact set of facts matters more than a broad equipment list: it is a front-drive SUV, runs on gasoline with hybrid assistance, and returns 32 MPG combined. City-focused drivers get the higher 34 MPG rating, while highway trips are rated at 30 MPG. The EPA annual fuel estimate is $2,100, giving the ownership budget a clear starting point. Its 2WD layout and stated emissions figure define the compromises.