Customers who purchase the all-new 2010 Mercury Milan Hybrid or the new 2009 Mercury Mariner Hybrid may do more than lower fuel costs. Thanks to an IRS-approved tax credit,⁴ they may lower their tax bills too.

Mariner Hybrid is the world's most fuel-efficient SUV, delivering EPA-estimated 34 city mpg.⁵ Milan Hybrid has an EPA-estimated 41 city mpg.⁶ Plus, at speeds up to 47 miles per hour, Milan Hybrid operates in electric vehicle (EV) mode - the highest top speed of any hybrid vehicle in EV mode. On top of that, it gets over 700 miles on a tank of fuel in city driving.⁶

Both hybrid models feature a gas-electric engine that operates in the EV mode at lower speeds (up to 40 mph in Mariner Hybrid, 47 in Milan Hybrid), producing nearly zero carbon emissions because the gas engine is not engaged. Other advanced hybrid features include:

• The Regenerative Braking System captures most of the energy normally lost to friction from conventional braking and uses it to recharge the battery pack
• A sealed nickel-metal-hydride battery (330 volts for Mariner Hybrid, 275 for Milan Hybrid) boosts acceleration, and at low speeds, provides all the drive power
• Vehicle system controller (Mariner Hybrid) shuts the engine down during coasting and at stoplights to save fuel, converts the electric motor to a generator during braking to help recharge the battery pack, and helps manage powertrain-related functions
• Dual-LCD SmartGauge™ cluster with EcoGuide (Milan Hybrid) has a four-level display which provides vital vehicle information, including a feature that helps you improve fuel efficiency

Tax credit amounts for 2009 and 2010 model year hybrid vehicles:

⁴This information is not intended as tax advice. The tax benefit will depend on your individual tax circumstances and may be reduced or eliminated if you are subject to the federal alternative minimum tax (AMT). As required under current law, the tax credit will begin to phase out for purchases made after March 31, 2009. Please consult your tax advisor or the IRS to confirm processes and the amount of credit that you can claim.
⁵Based on unadjusted city fuel economy from EPA (10/08) and VCA (05/08). EPA-estimated 34 city/31 hwy mpg, Mariner Hybrid FWD. Actual mileage will vary. Excludes vehicles built for Mazda.
⁶EPA-estimated 41 city/36 hwy mpg, 17.5-gallon fuel tank, Milan Hybrid. Actual mileage will vary.

The Mercury Mariner VOGA Package features a stylish Black and White Suede exterior color and chrome accents, unique "VOGA" badging, and smart 17-inch wheels with "VOGA" center caps. Inside, cashmere leather-trimmed seats sport contrasting Ash stitching and embroidered "VOGA" logos on the front seatbacks, as well as complementary Glossy Black paint accents.

SYNC® is a fully integrated, optional in-car communications and entertainment system that gives drivers hands-free voice-activated control over their mobile phones and digital music players. After an initial one-time setup, SYNC automatically connects drivers' phones and music players with the vehicle's in-car microphone and sound system.