2011 Mercury Grand Marquis

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Rating8.4

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Fullsize Sedan
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$29,525 - $29,935
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Seating capacity of 6

Slower and less fuel efficient than rivals

No major changes

Generous trunk and practical cabin

Competitors have superior driving dynamics

Comfortable ride quality

No significant optional package is offered

Specs & Features

$29,935

price

224 hp @ 4800 rpm

horsepower

275 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

torque

4-Speed Automatic

transmission

4.6L 8cyl RWD 4A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Competing in the fullsize sedan segment, the 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis Sedan is a direct competitor to the Buick Lucerne, the Ford Crown Victoria, and the Chrysler 300 Sedan. With standalone trim, the Grand Marquis carries an MSRP of $29,935. It is offered with a 4.6L V8 engine and a 4-speed automatic, producing 224 horsepower and 275 lb-ft of torque. Through this powertrain, the Grand Marquis manages a 0-60 of 8.5 seconds and a combined fuel economy of 19 MPG. 

Buying Advice

Rear air suspension, leather seats, fog lights, a 4-speaker sound system, and keyless entry are some standard features given on the standalone trim of 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis. Meanwhile, power-adjustable pedals, heated front seats, a single-CD player, and dual-media AM/FM stereo with cassette are some options you should consider during the purchase. 

Trims

    LS
    $29,525 onwards
    • 14-speaker Bose audio upgrade
    • Access to special contrast stitching options
    • Access to unique leather colors
    • Extended leather package
    • Faux suede interior accents on seats/doors/dash
    • GT2 sports seats
    • Performance data recorder
    • Ten-speaker Bose audio

Compare to similar cars

Price

$29,525- $29,935

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.44

Horsepower

224 hp @ 4800 rpm

Torque

275 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

Capacity

6

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$35,305- $43,585

Gasoline

7.66

280 hp @ 6200 rpm

254 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm

5

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$29,730- $44,460

Gasoline

8

227 hp @ 5700 rpm

237 lb.-ft. @ 3200 rpm

5

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$21,975- $27,165

Gasoline

8.1

169 hp @ 6400 rpm

160 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

5

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$24,010- $30,035

Gasoline

6.82

211 hp @ 5800 rpm

216 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

5

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$25,555- $38,155

Gasoline

7.79

263 hp @ 6250 rpm

249 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

5

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$19,850- $29,000

Gasoline

8.22

175 hp @ 6000 rpm

172 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

5

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$29,905

Gasoline

8.55

239 hp @ 4900 rpm

281 lb.-ft. @ 4100 rpm

5

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$58,000- $64,500

Gasoline

7.84

378 hp @ 6500 rpm

333 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm

5

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$34,645- $36,535

Gasoline

8.09

263 hp @ 6250 rpm

249 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

5

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2011 Mercury Grand Marquis vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
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    9.2 sec16.8 sec-
    5.8 sec--
    6.2 sec14.7 sec-
    6.8 sec15.3 sec-
    7.1 sec15.5 sec-
    7.1 sec15.0 sec-

    2011 Mercury Grand Marquis vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      16 mpg24 mpg19 mpg19 gal.304/456 mi.
      22 mpg33 mpg26 mpg16.4 gal.352/528 mi.
      22 mpg31 mpg25 mpg18.5 gal.388.5/573.5 mi.
      23 mpg32 mpg25 mpg17.5 gal.385/560 mi.
      19 mpg29 mpg23 mpg17 gal.323/493 mi.
      20 mpg29 mpg23 mpg18.5 gal.370/536.5 mi.

      2011 Mercury Grand Marquis vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
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        212 in.78.3 in.56.3 in.7 in.114.6 in.
        212 in.77.3 in.56.8 in.-114.7 in.
        203.2 in.73.8 in.58 in.-115.6 in.
        203.1 in.74.4 in.58.7 in.5.1 in.119.9 in.
        202.9 in.85.7 in.60.7 in.5.1 in.112.9 in.
        200 in.73 in.58.7 in.7 in.110.5 in.

        2011 Mercury Grand Marquis vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          20.6 cu.ft.107.5 cu.ft.20.6 cu.ft.
          20.6 cu.ft.116 cu.ft.20.6 cu.ft.
          16.5 cu.ft.100.3 cu.ft.17.7 cu.ft.
          20.1 cu.ft.102.2 cu.ft.32.5 cu.ft.
          17 cu.ft.108 cu.ft.17 cu.ft.
          14.4 cu.ft.106.9 cu.ft.14.4 cu.ft.

          2011 Mercury Grand Marquis vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
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            20.6 cu.ft.20.6 cu.ft.20.6 cu.ft.-
            17 cu.ft.17 cu.ft.17 cu.ft.98 ft.
            13.2 cu.ft.18.6 cu.ft.18.6 cu.ft.-
            14.4 cu.ft.14.4 cu.ft.14.4 cu.ft.-
            83.1 cu.ft.16.5 cu.ft.17.7 cu.ft.-
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            12.3 cu.ft.13.1 cu.ft.47 cu.ft.-

            2011 Mercury Grand Marquis vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              1500 lbs.-4117 lbs.
              1500 lbs.-4129 lbs.
              1000 lbs.-3735 lbs.
              1000 lbs.870 lbs.3572 lbs.
              1000 lbs.-3555 lbs.
              1000 lbs.1245 lbs.4015 lbs.

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              Horsepower : 224 hp @ 4800 rpm

              MPG Combined : 19 mpg

              0-60 : 9.2 sec

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              MPG Combined : 24 mpg

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              MPG Combined : 23 mpg

              0-60 : 9 sec

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