The 2008 Mercury Mountaineer comes with new changes in interior and exterior designs. It also offers several options that cater to different kinds of buyers’ needs.

The ‘08 Mountaineer is a midsize SUV which is available in base and Premier trim levels. Both trims come standard with rear- wheel drive but buyers may also opt for an all-wheel drive. The base trim provides enough room to seat five and also includes 17-inch wheels, a six-way power driver seat, cruise control, full power accessories, a leather- wrapped tilt steering wheel with audio controls and a CD player stereo with auxiliary audio jack.

Meanwhile, a Third-Row seat package which adds a fold-flat 50/50-split rear bench and auxiliary climate control is also available. On the other hand, the Comfort Package offers leather upholstery, heated front seats, a 10-way power driver seat, a six-way power passenger seat and dual zone climate control. The Premier trim comes standard with the third-row seat and other equipment offered by the Comfort package. A Third-Row Seat Elite package offered in this trim gives power-folding feature for the third row in addition to power-deployable running boards, rear parking assist, heated front seats, a navigation system, and a rear seat DVD entertainment system. Both trims are available with a Moon and Tune Elite package which adds a sunroof, upgraded stereo with in dash six-CD changer and satellite radio preparation.

The two-tone interior of this latest Mercury SUV help makes it very attractive. It has enough room for five to seven passengers. Five-passenger trims offer 5.8 cubic feet while 83.7 cubic feet of cargo space is provide by seven-passenger Mountaineers.

All Mountaineers are powered by a standard engine, a 4.0 liter V6 which gives 210 horsepower and 254 pound-feet of torque. The Premier trim level has an optional 4.6-liter V8 that generates 292 hp and 30 lb-ft of torque. V6 comes standard of a five-speed automatic transmission while V8 comes with a six-speed transmission.

Standard safety features include antilock disc brakes, stability control system with a rollover sensor, and airbags including front seat side airbags and first-and second row side curtain airbags.

The 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is an ideal family vehicle with its roomy cabin, powerful engine, excellent maneuverability and safety features. In addition, it is packed with innovative equipment that guarantees comfort and convenience for the whole family.