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The Mercury Cougar, produced from 1967 to 2002, is Mercury's longest-running nameplate after the Grand Marquis, with over 2.9 million units sold.
Known for its versatility, the Cougar transitioned from muscle car roots to a sporty compact by its final generation.
In 2002, the Cougar offered two engine options: a 2.0L DOHC Zetec producing 125 horsepower and 130 lb-ft of torque, and a 2.5L DOHC Duratec V6 delivering 170 horsepower and 165 lb-ft of torque.
Both engines featured front-wheel drive (FWD) and were paired with a 5-speed manual transmission.
This marked the Cougar's final year of production, capping its legacy with a focus on efficiency and sporty performance.
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The 1999-2002 Mercury Cougar featured two engine options: a 2.0L DOHC Zetec inline-4 producing 125 hp and 130 lb-ft of torque, and a 2.5L DOHC Duratec V6 delivering 170 hp and 165 lb-ft of torque.
Both engines were paired with either a 5-speed manual transaxle or a 4-speed automatic, with front-wheel drive as the sole drivetrain configuration.
Notably, this generation introduced the "New Edge" design philosophy and was the first Cougar to adopt a hatchback body style, built on the Ford CDW27 platform shared with the Ford Contour.
The 2002 Mercury Cougar is equipped with two engine options: a 2.0L DOHC SMPI 16-valve ZETEC producing 125 hp and 130 lb-ft of torque, and a 2.5L DOHC SMPI 24-valve DURATEC generating 170 hp and 165 lb-ft of torque.
Both engines are paired with a 5-speed manual transaxle and feature a front-wheel-drive configuration.
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower @ RPM | Torque @ RPM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base Coupe | 2.0L | I4 | (121) DOHC SMPI 16-VALVE ZETEC | 5 Spd Manual Transaxle w/OD | FWD | 125 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 130 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
| Base Coupe | 2.5L | V6 | (155) DOHC SMPI 24-VALVE DURATEC | 5 Spd Manual Transaxle w/OD | FWD | 170 hp @ 6,250 rpm | 165 ft-lbs @ 4,250 rpm |

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