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2000-2005 Mercury Sable MPG & Fuel Cost
6 model years · 19–21 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 7 of 10 wagon configurations, MY2005. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2000-2005 Mercury Sable at a glance
The 2000-2005 Mercury Sable covers 6 model years in the EPA database (31 configurations in all), rated 19–21 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2005, costs about $3,270 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Sable 3.0L 6-cyl FWD (20 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 and 2005. The best combined rating in the generation, 21 MPG, was reached in 2002 and 2003.
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
2000-2005 Mercury Sable by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Gas | 19–20 MPG | $3,270–$3,440 | Ratings changed |
| 2004 | Gas | 19–20 MPG | $3,270–$3,440 | Ratings changed |
| 2003 | Gas | 19–21 MPG | $3,110–$3,440 | Ratings changed |
| 2002 | Gas | 19–21 MPG | $3,110–$3,440 | Ratings changed |
| 2001 | Gas | 19–20 MPG | $3,270–$3,440 | Ratings changed |
| 2000 | Gas | 19–20 MPG | $3,270–$3,440 | First year |
What the 2005 Sable 3.0L 6-cyl FWD costs to drive
Per month
$273
$3,270 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$5.45
Per 100 miles
$21.80
Five years
$16,350
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the wagon median
$380less a year
Class median $3,650 a year, MY2005
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2005 Mercury Sable MPG
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2004: The most efficient configuration stays at 20 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,270.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sable 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 20 | $3,270 |
| Sable 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $3,270 |
| Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 23 | 19 | $3,440 |
| Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $3,440 |
| Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $3,440 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
2004 Mercury Sable MPG
19–20 MPG · $3,270–$3,440/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2003: The most efficient configuration moves from 21 to 20 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,110 to $3,270, $160 more.
Gas configurations (6)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sable 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 24 | 20 | $3,270 |
| Sable 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 20 | $3,270 |
| Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 24 | 20 | $3,270 |
| Sable 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $3,270 |
| Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 16 | 23 | 19 | $3,440 |
| Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $3,440 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
2003 Mercury Sable MPG
19–21 MPG · $3,110–$3,440/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2002: The most efficient configuration stays at 21 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,110.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sable 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Sable 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Sable 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $3,270 |
| Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $3,440 |
| Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $3,440 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
2002 Mercury Sable MPG
19–21 MPG · $3,110–$3,440/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2001: The most efficient configuration moves from 20 to 21 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,270 to $3,110, $160 less.
Gas configurations (6)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sable 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Sable 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,110 |
| Sable 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 20 | $3,270 |
| Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 24 | 20 | $3,270 |
| Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $3,440 |
| Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $3,440 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
2001 Mercury Sable MPG
19–20 MPG · $3,270–$3,440/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2000: The most efficient configuration stays at 20 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,270.
Gas configurations (6)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sable 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $3,270 |
| Sable 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 16 | 25 | 19 | $3,440 |
| Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $3,440 |
| Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 16 | 24 | 19 | $3,440 |
| (FFV) | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 16 | 25 | 19 | $3,440 |
| Wagon (FFV) | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 16 | 24 | 19 | $3,440 |
Flex-fuel (E85) configurations are costed on gasoline, not E85.
2000 Mercury Sable MPG
19–20 MPG · $3,270–$3,440/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sable (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $3,270 |
| Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $3,270 |
| Wagon 3.0L 6-cyl FWD Automatic 4-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $3,440 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Sable 3.0L 6-cyl FWD: $4,440 in California and $2,850 in Texas, a $1,590 difference.
- California $4,440
- Washington $4,120
- New York $3,270
- Florida $3,090
- Texas $2,850
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2005 wagon models.
Generations
- 2000-2005
- 2008-2009
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2000-2005 Mercury Sable get?
EPA rates the 2000-2005 Mercury Sable at 19–21 MPG combined across 31 configurations and 6 model years. The most efficient version, the 2003 Sable 3.0L 6-cyl FWD, is rated 21 MPG (18 city, 26 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2000-2005 Mercury Sable?
The Sable 3.0L 6-cyl FWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 21 MPG, in 2002 and 2003. The lowest top rating, 20 MPG, was in 2000, 2001, 2004 and 2005.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2000-2005 Mercury Sable?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 and 2005.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2005 Mercury Sable per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Sable 3.0L 6-cyl FWD costs about $3,270 a year. Across all 5 configurations the cost runs $3,270–$3,440 a year. That is a $170 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2005 Mercury Sable 100 miles?
About $21.80 per 100 miles for the Sable 3.0L 6-cyl FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $21.80 and $22.93 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2005 Mercury Sable more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Sable 3.0L 6-cyl FWD is rated 18 city and 25 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 7 MPG.
How does the 2005 Mercury Sable compare with other wagon configurations?
The Sable 3.0L 6-cyl FWD costs about $3,270 a year to fuel, $380 less than the class median of $3,650, and less than 7 of 10 wagon configurations. The comparison covers all 55 rated wagon configurations for MY2005, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2005 Mercury Sable different from the 2004 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 20 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,270. EPA lists 5 configurations for 2005 against 6 configurations for 2004. See the 2004 Mercury Sable for that year.