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Dodge Journey vs Mercury Mariner

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2011 Mercury Mariner

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Overview

SpecDodge JourneySE ValueMercury MarinerBase
Selected trimSE ValueBase
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission4-speed shiftable automatic6-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20202011

Pricing & market

SpecDodge JourneySE ValueMercury MarinerBase
MSRP$23,675$23,565 (best)
Lowest listing price$6,790 (best)—
Median listing price$10,888 (best)—
Highest listing price$15,097 (best)—
For sale now7 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecDodge JourneySE ValueMercury MarinerBase
Combined MPG21 MPG23 MPG (best)
City MPG19 MPG22 MPG (best)
Highway MPG25 MPG28 MPG (best)
Fuel tank20.5 gal (best)16.5 gal

Performance

SpecDodge JourneySE ValueMercury MarinerBase
Horsepower172 hp (best)171 hp
Torque165 lb-ft171 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2.4 L2.5 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecDodge JourneySE ValueMercury MarinerBase
Seating7 seats (best)5 seats
Doors55
Cargo volume67.6 cu ft (best)66.3 cu ft
Towing capacity1,000 lbs3,500 lbs (best)
Payload—1,059 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,818 lbs3,341 lbs (best)
Ground clearance—8.4 in (best)
Wheelbase113.8 in (best)103.1 in
Length192.4 in (best)175.2 in
Width72.2 in (best)71.1 in
Height66.6 in68 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecDodge JourneySE ValueMercury MarinerBase
NHTSA overall4 / 5 ★ (best)3 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)2 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)3 / 5 ★
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)3 / 5 ★
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)3 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)1 (best)2

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimDodge JourneyMercury Mariner
1

SE Value

$23,675 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Base

$23,565 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Crossroad

$28,595 MSRP

Base

$30,115 MSRP

3—

Base

$25,315 MSRP

4—

Base

$31,865 MSRP

5—

Premier

$25,635 MSRP

6—

Premier

$27,385 MSRP

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Dodge Journey vs Mercury Mariner FAQ

Which is better: 2020 Dodge Journey or 2011 Mercury Mariner?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2020 Dodge Journey vs 2011 Mercury Mariner on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2020 Dodge Journey or 2011 Mercury Mariner?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2011 Mercury Mariner starts lower at $23,565. Live Dodge Journey listings start at $6,790.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2020 Dodge Journey or 2011 Mercury Mariner?
The 2011 Mercury Mariner leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (23,565).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2020 Dodge Journey or 2011 Mercury Mariner?
The 2011 Mercury Mariner leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (32).
Which has better horsepower: 2020 Dodge Journey or 2011 Mercury Mariner?
The 2011 Mercury Mariner leads on horsepower in this comparison (177).
Which has better seats: 2020 Dodge Journey or 2011 Mercury Mariner?
The 2020 Dodge Journey leads on seats in this comparison (7).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2020 Dodge Journey or 2011 Mercury Mariner?
The 2011 Mercury Mariner leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,500).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2020 Dodge Journey vs 2011 Mercury Mariner?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Dodge Journey (4/5 NHTSA overall); Mercury Mariner (3/5 NHTSA overall).