Trim Report

Mercury Cougar XR71997

Includes:COUGAR|XR7
$4,649
Starting From
8
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 8 active dealer listings as of

Min $4,649
Max $11,900
From $4,649
Fresh

XR7 Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$4,649
$5K–$6K
3 listings91,667 avg miles
XR7
From$4,649
8 listings|$5K–$12K

1997 Mercury Cougar XR7 Pricing

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Where to Find Mercury Cougar XR7

Location data for all 1997 Mercury Cougar trims combined

7States

22% of the market sits in Minnesota, though listings span 7 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

Mercury Cougar Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 1997 Mercury Cougar trims

Elevated

The 1997 Mercury Cougar has a elevated safety risk profile with 0 recall campaigns and 103 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

0
Recalls
103
Complaints
2
Crashes
2
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 103 owners have filed complaints about the 1997 Mercury Cougar. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Engine And Engine Cooling29
02Service Brakes, Hydraulic7
03Power Train6
04Electrical System5
05Unknown Or Other5
103 total across 1 model years (1997–1997)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Mercury Cougar Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 1997 Mercury Cougar trims

18–19mpg combined
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15-16city
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23-24hwy
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$2,300-$2,450/yr

Across 2 configurations, the 1997 Mercury Cougar returns 18–19 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim
Cougar - Automatic 4-spd
19mpg
3.8L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
16 city24 hwy~$2,300/yr-1/10 Poor
Cougar - Automatic 4-spd
18mpg
4.6L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
15 city23 hwy~$2,450/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

XR7 Trim Buyer Questions

What to know about the 1997 Mercury Cougar XR7

How does the XR7 compare to other Mercury Cougar trims?

The XR7 occupies a distinct position in the Mercury Cougar range. See how it stacks up on the 1997 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 1997 Mercury Cougar XR7?

Maintenance costs for the XR7 align with the broader Mercury Cougar ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The most-reported issue area is engine and engine cooling. Check the 1997 Mercury Cougar page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Mercury Cougar XR7?

For the XR7, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Mercury Cougar buyer's guide.

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