Model year guide

2002 Mercury Villager

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2002 Mercury Villager is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 5 on record.

2002 Mercury Villager — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2002 Mercury Villager at a glance

Owner complaints35
Combined17 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2002 Mercury Villager common problems

Owners have filed 35 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Hydraulic
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Visibility
Test wipers, washers, defrosters and all mirrors. Check the windshield for cracks and any camera/sensor for fogging or faults.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

2002 Mercury Villager MPG & running costs

Combined17 mpg
City15 mpg
Highway21 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,950

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2002 Mercury Villager costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$19,750
Fuel only$19,750
Per mile$0.26

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2002 Mercury Villager trims & engines on record

Trims
Value · Sport
Engines
3.3L 6-cyl 170 hp

2002 Mercury Villager vehicles on record

2002 Mercury Villager 2002 Mercury Villager Value4M2ZV11T42DJ01863 2002 Mercury Villager 2002 Mercury Villager Value4M2ZV11TX2DJ05853 2002 Mercury Villager 2002 Mercury Villager Sport4M2ZV12TX2DJ02661 2002 Mercury Villager 2002 Mercury Villager Value4M2ZV11T52DJ12256 2002 Mercury Villager 2002 Mercury Villager Sport4M2ZV12T22DJ00631

Other Mercury Villager model years

2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996 1995 1993

2002 Mercury Villager — frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2002 Mercury Villager?

Owners have filed 35 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are suspension, electrical system, service brakes.

What gas mileage does the 2002 Mercury Villager get?

The 2002 Mercury Villager has a U.S. EPA estimate of 17 mpg combined (15 city / 21 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.