2002 MERCURY COUGAR V6 — window sticker

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2002 MERCURY COUGAR V6
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback · 3-door · Gasoline
VIN 1ZWHT61L425616918
FINAL ASSEMBLY POINT: FLAT ROCK, MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA)

Powertrain & mechanical

  • EngineV-Shaped 6-cyl, 2.5 L
  • Horsepower170 hp
  • Valve trainDual Overhead Cam (DOHC)
  • GVWRClass 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
  • PlantAuto Alliance International

Standard safety equipment

  • Front airbags1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
  • Side airbags1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
  • Curtain airbags1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
  • Seat beltsManual

Body & dimensions

  • Body styleHatchback/Liftback/Notchback
  • Doors3
  • Engine builderFord

Safety recalls (3)

  • Suspension
  • Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Fuel system, gasoline

Check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

EPA Fuel Economy and Environment
21combined
MPG
18 city
26 highway
Annual fuel cost
$2,950
You spend $3,750 more in fuel over 5 years vs the average new vehicle
CO2 423 g/mi

matched to EPA record: Cougar — Auto 4-spd, 6 cyl, 2.5 L, Front-Wheel Drive. Cost assumes 15,000 mi/yr at current EPA fuel prices (regular $4.15/gal). Actual results will vary. Source: fueleconomy.gov

Different powertrain? Man 5-spd, 6 cyl, 2.5 L ·

GOVERNMENT 5-STAR SAFETY RATINGS
  • Overall vehicle scoreNot Rated
  • Frontal crash — driverNot Rated
  • Frontal crash — passengerNot Rated
  • Side crashNot Rated
  • RolloverNot Rated
Star ratings range from 1 to 5 stars (★★★★★) with 5 being the highest. Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), nhtsa.gov
Vehicle data: NHTSA vPIC · EPA fueleconomy.gov · NHTSA safety ratings & recalls · Jul 4, 2026 · vincheck.me

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