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2010 Mercury Milan is a midsize sedan that is available in three trim levels: Base, Premier, and Hybrid. Powered by either a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine or a 3.0-liter flex-fuel V-6, the Base Mercury Milan has a six-speed manual transmission, while a six-speed automatic optional, and the Premier trim is available only with a six-speed automatic transmission. The Hybrid trim boasts a 2.5-liter I-4 engine with an electric motor mated to a continuously variable transmission (CVT). Front-wheel drive is standard, but all-wheel drive is available on the Premier trim.
With superior road manners, a spacious interior, and a good power train, the Mercury Milan is a popular car with lots of high-tech gadgetry. Furthermore, the standard trims get good gas mileage in the 22 mpg city / 29 mpg highway range, but the Hybrid trim gets an impressive 41 mpg in the city and 35 mpg on the highway.
New for 2010
The 2010 Mercury Milan was extensively updated and now boasts improved fuel economy on the four-cylinder trims, a standard six-speed automatic transmission, more V-6 engine power, refreshed exterior and interior styling, and even more features.
Essentials
Engines: 2.5L I-4, 3.0L V-6, 2.5L I-4 with electric motor
Transmissions: 6-speed manual, 6-speed automatic, continuously variable transmission
Body Style: Sedan
Trims: Base Sedan, Premier Sedan, Hybrid Sedan
On the Outside
In the front, the Mercury Milan sports a vertical grille, and in the rear, it has a new lower fascia and trunk lid with larger tail lamps.
From the Inside
Inside, the Mercury Milan is all-new, with ample passenger space and large trunk capacity. Optional features include a 12-speaker Sony audio and a navigation system with Sirius Travel Link, while the Premier trim comes with power front seats and Sync.
Driving Performance
The 2010 Mercury Milan's new 2.5-liter I-4 engine generates 175 horsepower and 172 pound-feet of torque, while the V-6 engine has been upgraded to a hefty 240 horsepower and 250 pound-feet of torque.
Safety Equipment
Standard safety features on the Mercury Milan include six airbags are and seatbelt pre-tensioners. Optionally available are a rear-view camera, reverse sensors, and a blind spot detection system to help minimize parking and merging accidents.
Gas Mileage
I-4 Manual: 22 mpg city/31 mpg highway
I-4 Automatic: 23 mpg city/34 mpg highway
I-4 Premier: 22 mpg city/31 mpg highway
V-6 Premier: 18 mpg city/27 mpg highway
V-6 Premier AWD: 18 mpg city/25 mpg highway
Hybrid: 41 mpg city/36 mph highway
Plusses
- Hybrid's 41 mpg city gas mileage
- Well-designed, attractive exterior
Minuses
- V-6 engine is better but not quite there
Rating
Midsize sedan with good looks, good gas mileage
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