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Mercury Gamme Mercury - électrique/hybride
Mercury's electrified offering came down to hybrid technology, with no fully electric model. The centerpiece was the Mariner Hybrid, launched for 2006, a twin of the Ford Escape Hybrid and one of the first hybrid SUVs on the market. It targeted customers concerned with fuel economy while retaining the versatility of a compact all-wheel-drive SUV. The Milan Hybrid, derived from the Fusion Hybrid, briefly rounded out the lineup on the sedan side. Discontinued with the brand in 2011, these vehicles remain present on the used market. In Quebec, winter reduces hybrid range and requires winter tires; wheels are generally 16 to 17 inches. Check the exact size and bolt pattern before buying any tires or wheels.
History
History of the Mercury Gamme Mercury - électrique/hybride
Mercury's electrified offering came down to hybrid technology, with no fully electric model. The centerpiece was the Mariner Hybrid, launched for 2006, a twin of the Ford Escape Hybrid and one of the first hybrid SUVs on the market. It targeted customers concerned with fuel economy while retaining the versatility of a compact all-wheel-drive SUV. The Milan Hybrid, derived from the Fusion Hybrid, briefly rounded out the lineup on the sedan side. Discontinued with the brand in 2011, these vehicles remain present on the used market. In Quebec, winter reduces hybrid range and requires winter tires; wheels are generally 16 to 17 inches. Check the exact size and bolt pattern before buying any tires or wheels.
Technology
Technologies, engines and platforms
Ford parallel hybrid system: gasoline engine (2.3L on the Mariner) coupled with electric motor-generators via a planetary gearset, with regenerative braking. All-wheel drive available on the Mariner Hybrid; no fully electric powertrain.
Tires and wheels
Tire and wheel compatibility
Les Mercury reprenant les plateformes Ford, leur montage de pneus et de jantes suit ces standards. Les berlines et VUS de la marque utilisaient majoritairement des jantes de 15 à 17 pouces, l'entraxe (bolt pattern) le plus courant étant 5x114,3 mm, comme sur la Grand Marquis (1979-2011). Les dimensions typiques tournent autour de formats touring tels que 225/60R16 ou 225/60R17 sur les grandes berlines. Au Québec, la loi impose les pneus d'hiver du 1er décembre au 15 mars : pour ces véhicules souvent à propulsion comme la Grand Marquis, des pneus d'hiver de qualité sont essentiels à la motricité. Vérifiez toujours la dimension et l'entraxe exacts sur l'étiquette ou la jante d'origine avant achat.
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