Mercury Mariner vs. Honda Pilot Price Comparison
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- Specs Comparison
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For the Mercury Mariner vs. Honda Pilot price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Mariner vs. Pilot Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Mariner and Pilot will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Mercury Mariner Premier's price is $4,050 lower than the Honda Pilot Touring's price |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercury Mariner vs. Honda Pilot
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercury Mariner Premier | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 4,050 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 3,482 | ||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 |
| Model | Mariner | Pilot |
| Trim | Premier | Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 240hp V6 | 250hp V6 |
| Transmission | A6 | A5 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 18/23 MPG | 17/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers | 320, 7 | 650, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/70-16 | 235/60-18 |
| Total Price | 33,300 | 41,800 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,450 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | 33,300 | 37,350 |
| Total Invoice | 30,717 | 38,274 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,075 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | 30,717 | 34,199 |
Invoice Comparison: Mercury Mariner vs. Honda Pilot
Price Comparison (MSRP): Mercury Mariner vs. Honda PilotThe sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
| Lowest Total Price: Mercury Mariner Premier | ||
| Difference: 8,500 | ||
| Lowest Total Invoice: Mercury Mariner Premier | ||
| Difference: 7,557 | ||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 |
| Model | Mariner | Pilot |
| Trim | Premier | Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | 25,635 | 39,370 |
| Base Invoice | 23,928 | 35,984 |
| Amenities Package | 600 | |
| Moon and Tune Elite Package | 895 | |
| Navigation system | 1,845 | |
| Class II trailer hitch | 395 | |
| Rearview camera | 455 | |
| 3.0L V6 | 1,000 | |
| AWD | 1,750 | 1,600 |
| Amenities Package | 509 | 0 |
| Moon and Tune Elite Package | 761 | 0 |
| Navigation system | 1,569 | 0 |
| Class II trailer hitch | 336 | 0 |
| Rearview camera | 387 | 0 |
| 3.0L V6 | 910 | 0 |
| AWD | 1,592 | 1,460 |
| Total options | 6,940 | 1,600 |
| Total options | 6,064 | 1,460 |
| Destination | 725 | 830 |
| Total Price | 33,300 | 41,800 |
| Total Invoice | 30,717 | 38,274 |
While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the the Mercury Mariner
| Price of the Mercury Mariner: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid CVT AWD | Truck was not cheap, no choices to delete options, dealer did not negotiate, and the only way to get below MSRP was by using CostCo discount buying service. Many dealers charging $2K-$3K market fees because of demand. Demand far exceeds supply. |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid CVT AWD | Price was too high for me to consider, especially in the hybrid configuration. |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the the Honda Pilot
| Price of the Honda Pilot: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD | I was able to negotiate a very reasonable price on this pilot. This made the payments very reasonable compared to many comperable SUVs. |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD | with the knee jerk reaction against SUVs in US made many SUVs affordable. Pilot was unfairly clubbed clubbed with all the gas guzzlers and that made some very good deals possible. |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD | I paid about $2,000.00 less for the Pilot than a comparably equipped Highlander. |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 255-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD | WE BOUGHT IT USED AND GOT A GREAT DEAL. |
| Price of the Honda Pilot: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD | How it is so much more expensive than in the US |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD | Next size up from Rav4/CRV in Honda lineup and was considerably more expensive than Toyota Highlander. |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD | Too high; not worth the money. |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD | High price |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD 5-speed automatic FWD | Too high. |
| 2004 | 4dr SUV 240-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD | PILOT WAS 10K MORE |
Features Comparison: Mercury Mariner vs. Honda Pilot
| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 |
| Model | Mariner | Pilot |
| Trim | Premier | Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | |
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Active noise reduction | $0 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 4-wheel disc brakes | $150 | |
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Front seat active head restraints | $50 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $200 | |
| Safety key | $25 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo cover | $75 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | |
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |
| Roof rack | $300 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | |
| Climate Control and Infotainment | ||
| App support | $125 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | $1000 | |
| Interior air filter | $25 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $50 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $50 | |
| Traffic information | $50 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $50 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Skid plate (one) | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Conversation mirror | $25 | |
| Spotter mirrors | $40 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Powertrain | ||
| Lockable rear differential | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |
| Folding third row seats | $600 | |
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Suede-like inserts in leather seats | $0 | |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | $250 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,015 | $9,465 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $4,450 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -4,075 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercury Mariner vs. Honda Pilot
| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 |
| Model | Mariner | Pilot |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 103.1 in | 109.2 in |
| Length | 175.2 in | 191.4 in |
| Width | 71.1 in | 78.5 in |
| Height | 67.7 in | 71.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,549 lb. | 4,497 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.5 gal. | 21.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.4 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.6 in | 61.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.4 in | 58.6 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.6 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.2 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.9 in | 62.2 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 49.1 in | 56.9 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.6 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 38.2 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 48.4 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 32.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.2 ft3 | 18.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 29.2 | 47.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.3 ft3 | 87.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Premier
| Amenities Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 300 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 17% |
| Moon and Tune Elite Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 320W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 28% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for infotainment system | 50 | Yes |
| Media hard drive | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 750 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Touring
| AWD | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| AWD | 0 | Yes |
| Lockable rear differential | 150 | No |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 25 | 14% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 86% |
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What Our Members Are Saying about Mercury Mariner Materials and Workmanship
| Materials and Workmanship of the Mercury Mariner: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 0 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
a few too many rattles |
What Our Members Are Saying about Honda Pilot Materials and Workmanship
| Available Features of the Honda Pilot: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
All the materials of high quality, much better than any competitors that we looked at. |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD 5-speed automatic FWD |
Typical Honda build where things fit like they should: small or no gaps, controls well engineered, you get quality usually found a notch or two higher in cost class. |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD 5-speed automatic FWD |
The ones that have been on the road in the rust belt appear good after several years. |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
it is build very well well engineered ... very inexpensive to maint. |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 255-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Front seating is excellent Middle seatting is excellent |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 255-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
This is the most luxurious family vehicle we have had - leather seats. Very nice inside. |
| 2004 | 4dr SUV 240-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
no gaps in interier, squeek free and all interior pannels hold up to childern abuse |
| Materials and Workmanship of the Honda Pilot: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Fantastic build quality. |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Just way too many creeks and rattles. Everything shakes and shimmies. I went through the car wash and the rear hatch filled up with water and had to be drained. The weather stripping and plastic body pieces between front window and hood are horrid. |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Very plastic, large dash. could have used some aluminum. Not up to snuff for Hondas most expensive vechical ( Touring) |
| 2004 | 0 | We love our Honda pilot but after having it out in the rain and getting a large puddle of water at your feet from poor workmanship and sealing. We will not be buying another Honda because the dealers refuse to rectify the faulty workmanship. Hundreds of other people have the same issue as seen on all message boards on this problem. All it would take is for honda to take the fender off and seal seams and holes left open in assembly. I plan to do it myself because they want to charge you 300 for repair. Should have been a recall on this issue due to the fact mold and mildew can build up and cause medical issues down the road if left too long. And for the amount of people with this same issue. |
| 2004 | 0 | We love our Honda pilot but after having it out in the rain and getting a large puddle of water at your feet from poor workmanship and sealing. We will not be buying another Honda because the dealers refuse to rectify the faulty workmanship. Hundreds of other people have the same issue as seen on all message boards on this problem. All it would take is for honda to take the fender off and seal seams and holes left open in assembly. I plan to do it myself because they want to charge you 300 for repair. Should have been a recall on this issue due to the fact mold and mildew can build up and cause medical issues down the road if left too long. And for the amount of people with this same issue. |
