Federal safety data shows 0 recalls and 471 complaints for the 2000 Mercury Sable, a elevated safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

Recalls

471

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 471 issues reported over 1 model years, suspension problems are the most common for the 2000 Mercury Sable. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Suspension147

02Vehicle Speed Control48

03Exterior Lighting38

04Service Brakes, Hydraulic36

05Air Bags22

471 total across 1 model years (2000–2000)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Mercury Sable Fuel Economy

19–20mpg combined

17city

25-26hwy

$2,200/yr

The 2000 Mercury Sable delivers 19 to 20 MPG combined across 4 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim

Sable - Automatic 4-spd

20mpg

3.0L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

17 city26 hwy~$2,200/yr-1/10 Poor

Sable Wagon - Automatic 4-spd

20mpg

3.0L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

17 city25 hwy~$2,200/yr-1/10 Poor

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

Where to Find 2000 Mercury Sable

19States

28%in top 3

Michigan has the most inventory at 13%, with options spread across 19 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

MIMichigan

413%

MNMinnesota

39%

IDIdaho

26%

MOMissouri

26%

INIndiana

26%

AZArizona

26%

OHOhio

26%

OROregon

26%

PAPennsylvania

26%

FLFlorida

26%

DEDelaware

13%

ILIllinois

13%

ALAlabama

13%

NENebraska

13%

NJNew Jersey

13%

WAWashington

13%

NYNew York

13%

COColorado

13%

KYKentucky

13%

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2000.

2000 Mercury Sable Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2000 Mercury Sable a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2000 Mercury Sable. On the safety front, there are no open recalls on record, which is a positive sign. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

What's the gas mileage of the 2000 Mercury Sable?

You'll get between 19 and 20 MPG combined from the 2000 Mercury Sable, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2000 Mercury Sable?

SUSPENSION problems top the list with 471 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.