1998 Mercury Mountaineer

$3,495
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1
listings
$3K–$3K
price range
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Avg Mileage225,000 mi
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1998 Mercury Mountaineer Trims

All Trims Combined
From$3,495
$3K–$3K
1 listings225,000 avg miles
Premier
From$800
21 listings|$800–$12K

1998 Mercury Mountaineer Pricing

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Mercury Mountaineer Safety & Reliability

High Concern

With 0 recalls and 262 complaints, the 1998 Mercury Mountaineer rates as high on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

0
Recalls
262
Complaints
22
Crashes
24
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 1998 Mercury Mountaineer's biggest weak point? TIRES. It leads 262 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Tires102
02Vehicle Speed Control33
03Electrical System16
04Engine And Engine Cooling14
05Seats12
262 total across 1 model years (1998–1998)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Mercury Mountaineer Fuel Economy

14–16mpg combined
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12-14city
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17-18hwy
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$2,750-$3,150/yr

Fuel economy for the 1998 Mercury Mountaineer ranges from 14 to 16 MPG combined across 4 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Mountaineer 2WD - Automatic 5-spd
16mpg
4.0L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
14 city18 hwy~$2,750/yr-1/10 Poor
Mountaineer 4WD - Automatic 5-spd
15mpg
4.0L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
14 city18 hwy~$2,900/yr-1/10 Poor
Mountaineer 2WD - Automatic 4-spd
14mpg
5.0L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
12 city17 hwy~$3,150/yr-1/10 Poor
Mountaineer 4WD - Automatic 4-spd
14mpg
5.0L 8-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
12 city17 hwy~$3,150/yr-1/10 Poor

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

Where to Find 1998 Mercury Mountaineer

18States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Washington (12%), but the remaining listings are spread across 17 other states nationwide.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 1998.

1998 Mercury Mountaineer: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 1998 Mercury Mountaineer a good car to buy?

The 1998 Mercury Mountaineer has its strengths and its watch-outs. Owners report tires as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

What's the gas mileage of the 1998 Mercury Mountaineer?

Depending on configuration, the 1998 Mercury Mountaineer delivers 14–16 MPG combined. Choose wisely. The full comparison shows how engine choice affects your wallet.

What are common problems with the 1998 Mercury Mountaineer?

Out of 262 owner complaints, tires issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.

How does the 1998 compare to other Mercury Mountaineer years?

Each Mercury Mountaineer model year has different pricing, recall counts, and owner satisfaction patterns. Compare all available years on the Mercury Mountaineer overview page.

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