New or Significantly Altered Models
- 2008 Mercury Mariner
- The 2008 Mariner features updated styling inside and out. The most notable changes are to the front and rear fascias. Most notably, the front end features a larger waterfall-style grille and more prominent powerdome on the hood. Outside of a new electric power steering system, the chassis and powertrains are largely the same.
- 2008 Mercury Sable
- The large Montego was renamed Sable for the 2008 model year. More than just a name change, the Sable features a larger displacement engine with a horsepower boost of 60 hp. Still offered in FWD and AWD configurations, a six speed automatic transmission is standard across the line.
Mostly Unchanged
- 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis
- 2008 Mercury Milan
- Milan adds the Sync (TM) hands-free communication system. An optional ambient lighting package will be available later in the model year. Five new colors.
- 2008 Mercury Mountaineer
- Mountaineer adds the Sync (TM) hands-free communication system. New packages and colors round out the changes.
Discontinued
- 2007 Mercury Montego
- 2007 Mercury Monterey