Mercury Montego
Mercury Montego — 1968–1971, 2-door hardtop2-door convertible4-door sedan4-door hardtop5-door station wagon, 200 cuin I6; 250 cuin I6; 302 cuin V8; 351 cuin V8; 390 cuin V8; 428 cuin V8; 429 cuin V8. Explore engine specifications, fuel economy, dimensions, tire sizes, seating, maintenance and tire-pressure guidance.
About the Mercury Montego
Mercury Montego is a 2-door hardtop2-door convertible4-door sedan4-door hardtop5-door station wagon in the intermediate class, with source data covering 1968–1971. The available vehicle data lists 200 cuin I6; 250 cuin I6; 302 cuin V8; 351 cuin V8; 390 cuin V8; 428 cuin V8; 429 cuin V8 as an engine configuration, paired with 3-speed manual4-speed manual3-speed automatic and a FR layout layout. Public source material describes the model in the context of its design, market positioning and vehicle history.
This Mercury Montego guide focuses on the details drivers commonly want to know, including engine information for 200 cuin I6; 250 cuin I6; 302 cuin V8; 351 cuin V8; 390 cuin V8; 428 cuin V8; 429 cuin V8 and 3-speed manual4-speed manual3-speed automatic transmission information. Exact specifications should be matched to the relevant model year and market.
Mercury Montego specifications at a glance
Use this table for the model-level essentials. Exact figures may vary by year, trim, engine and market.
| Make | Mercury |
|---|---|
| Model | Montego |
| Model years | 1968–1971 |
| Body style | 2-door hardtop2-door convertible4-door sedan4-door hardtop5-door station wagon |
| Vehicle class | Intermediate |
| Manufacturer | Mercury (Ford) |
| Production | 1968–19762004–2007 |
| Market / country | FI, NL, NZ, US |
Engine, transmission and performance
Engine information for the Mercury Montego includes 200 cuin I6; 250 cuin I6; 302 cuin V8; 351 cuin V8; 390 cuin V8; 428 cuin V8; 429 cuin V8.. Transmission information includes 3-speed manual4-speed manual3-speed automatic.. The listed drivetrain/layout is FR layout.
| Engine | 200 cuin I6; 250 cuin I6; 302 cuin V8; 351 cuin V8; 390 cuin V8; 428 cuin V8; 429 cuin V8 |
|---|---|
| Transmission | 3-speed manual4-speed manual3-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain / layout | FR layout |
Dimensions, weight and practicality
Dimensions and capacity figures are presented as published source data when available.
| Wheelbase | 116.0 in (2,946 mm) (sedans) 113.0 in (2,870 mm) (station wagons) |
|---|---|
| Length | 206.1 – (sedans) 203.9 – (station wagons) |
| Width | 76.0 in (1,930 mm) |
| Height | 53.5 in (1,359 mm) (sedans) 55.0 in (1,397 mm) (sedans) 56.0 in (1,422 mm) (station wagons) |
Mercury Montego other specifications
| Name | Mercury Montego |
|---|---|
| Image | 05-07 Mercury Montego.jpg |
| Caption | 1969 Mercury Montego MX 4-door sedan |
Mercury Montego generations and model years
Where a source covers multiple generations, CarCareTool selects the generation(s) that best match this catalog model instead of mixing unrelated variants.
| Generation / scope | Years | Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercury Montego | 1968–19762004–2007 | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified |
| First generation (1968–1971) | 1968–1971 | 200 cuin I6; 250 cuin I6; 302 cuin V8; 351 cuin V8; 390 cuin V8; 428 cuin V8; 429 cuin V8 | 3-speed manual4-speed manual3-speed automatic | Not specified |
| 1972–1976 | 1972–1976 | 250 cuin I6302 cuin V8351 cuin V8390 cuin V8400 cuin V8460 cuin V8 | 3-speed automatic3-speed manual | FR layout |
| D333 | 2005–2007 | 3.0 L ''Duratec 30'' V6 203 hp | Aisin ''TF-80SC'' 6-speed automatic; ZF Batavia ''CFT30'' CVT | FF layout/F4 layout (Transverse engine) |
Recommended tire pressure for Mercury Montego
Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the manufacturer’s cold inflation pressure. CarCareTool estimates are clearly labelled when an exact verified value is unavailable.
| Load condition | Front | Rear | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 34 PSI | 32 PSI | Estimate |
| Fully loaded | 36 PSI | 35 PSI | Estimate |
Frequently asked questions about Mercury Montego
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