Reviews: The 1998 Mercury Mystique
By Jane Smith
The Mercury Mystique for 1998
Made in UNITED STATES for Mercury, the Mystique for 1998 is a contender in the 5-seat SEDAN 4-DR market. It originally retailed for $13,960 USD with a invoice price of $13,084 USD.
Fuel Economy
The 2.0L L4 DOHC 16V engine is rated at 24 miles/gallon city and 32 - 35 miles/gallon highway off a 14.50 gallon tank. This is average for its class. Flexible Fuel versions are available.
Pricing
The Mystique retails for $13,960 USD with a invoice price of $13,084 USD for the base model with no options. A standard delivery charge of USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Drivetrain
The Mystique comes standard with a 5-Speed Manual Overdrive or 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive transmission and is a front-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately 2858 lbs. The Non-ABS or 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Drum.
Mystique Dimensions
In 1998 the Mystique has an overall length of 184.80 inches and a width of 69.10 inches. It sits a total of 54.40 inches off the ground, with a ground clearance of inches. Front headroom is 39.00 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the Mystique a turning radius of 36.50 inches. It uses 185/70R14 tires with a wheelbase of 106.50 inches.
Specs & Equipment
Standard equipment includes Child Safety Door Locks, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Tilt Steering. While it varies per trim level optional equipment lists Power Door Locks, ABS Brakes, Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Cassette Player.
Exterior color choices include Black Clearcoat, Light Denim Blue Clearcoat Metallic, Pacific Green Clearcoat Metallic, Silver Frost Clearcoat Metallic, Vibrant White Clearcoat with interior choices of Greystone Cloth. The Mystique seats 5 people with 42.40 inches front leg room.
Standard Warranty
The standard warranty period is months or miles. It also has a month/ mile powertrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer or third-party vendors. It's important to check with your dealer to verify all warranties.
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