Model Strengths:

Comfortable and powerful ride; enormous trunk; cavernous interior that seats six

Model Overview

For 2011, the LS trim is the only one available, and comes with a 4.6L V8 flex-fuel capable engine that makes 224 horsepower and 272 pound-feet of torque. It is available with a 4-speed automatic transmission. Standard equipment includes 17-inch alloy wheels, traction control, 4-wheel anti-lock disc brakes, front and side air bags, a tire pressure monitor, fog lamps, heated power mirrors, keyless entry, leather upholstery, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, electronic automatic temperature control and trip computer. Comfort-enhancing rear air suspension is also now standard. The optional equipment list remains simple, and includes a sunroof, heated front seats, 17-inch aluminum wheels with 18 spokes and a dual-media cassette/CD player. The smoker's package is still available with a rarely-seen lighter element and ashtray.

Model Changes

For 2011, the Grand Marquis is relatively only changed, but receives power-adjustable pedals as standard equipment.

Model Value

The Mercury Grand Marquis is a classic large car design. It is rear-wheel drive, features a large trunk of 20.6 cubic feet and seats six via front and rear bench seats. Durability is the key value here-a venerable design, the Grand Marquis is built on a platform on which Ford builds the Police Interceptor and the Lincoln Town Car. The model's standard 4.6L V8 has been a long-time powerplant in the Ford/Mercury fleet for many years, and makes 224 horsepower and 24 mpg on the highway.