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2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid FWD SUV test drive photo gallery

by Christine & Scott Gable
for About.com

The Mercury Mariner Hybrid is the pricier upscale version of compact SUVs sold by Ford Motor Company. Included in this group are the Ford Escape Hybrid and, because of Ford's ownership stake in Mazda, the Mazda Tribute Hybrid. The 2008 Mariner has undergone design changes in both its styling (giving it a bolder, more authoritative look), and its hybrid drivetrain (software tweaks give it smoother transitions between engine and electric motor modes), as well as a new FWD-only option. Stripping off the extra weight and friction of the 4WD components yields a very appealing 6-7 MPG fuel savings. Click the thumbnails for more info, and for details and driving impressions check out our 2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid test drive and review.
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  1. 2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid right side view
  2. Mariner Hybrid left rear shot2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid left rear view
  3. Mariner Hybrid right front2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid right front view
  4. Hybrid right rear view2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid right rear view
  5. Hybrid power!2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid badge
  6. Wide open cabin2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid cabin view
  7. Mariner's nice firm seating2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid front seats
  8. 110V AC outlet2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid 110V AC outlet
  9. Seating for baby plus two2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid rear seating
  10. Gasoline and electric power2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid Drive
  11. Electromotive force2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid electric drive mode.
  12. Juicing up the hybrid battery2008 Mercury Mariner Hybrid battery charge mode
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