Identifiable by its its waterfall grille, aluminum-finish trim, and funky taillights the Mountaineer is an Explorer with more overt styling. This mid-sized SUV is available in rear-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive. Engine choices include a 210hp V6 mated to a 5-speed automatic and a 292hp V8 with six-speed automatic. The six-speed automatic is somewhat uncommon in this segment. The Mountaineer offers some other standout features like integrated power-operated running boards, and power-operated fold-flat 3rd row seats. For those concerned with safety, Mountaineer offers a number of standard safety features. A standard roll-stability control system aims to keep the SUV body from tipping over in extreme maneuvers.
Model/Trim/Package | Engine | | | Original MSRP
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Mountaineer | 4.0l V6 (210-bhp) | A5 | RWD | $27,225 |
Mountaineer | 4.0l V6 (210-bhp) | A5 | AWD | $29,545 |
Mountaineer Premier | 4.0l V6 (210-bhp) | A5 | RWD | $29,925 |
Mountaineer Premier | 4.6l V8 (292-bhp) | A6 | RWD | $31,235 |
Mountaineer Premier | 4.0l V6 (210-bhp) | A5 | AWD | $32,245 |
Mountaineer Premier | 4.6l V8 (292-bhp) | A6 | AWD | $33,555 |