Mercury Mariner Mercury Mariner 2006 Pontiac Solstice Pontiac Solstice 2006-
MENU
1 0 3 4 3 4

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Mercury Mariner vs. Pontiac Solstice Feature Comparison

Can I get heated seats? Do I have to get a sunroof? Find out what you need to know about Mercury Mariner and Pontiac Solstice features right here.

See features by option package

Features Comparison: Mercury Mariner vs. Pontiac Solstice

  

Model Year 2006 2006 2006 2006 2006-
Model Mariner Mariner Mariner Mariner Solstice
Trim Convenience Luxury Premier Hybrid Base
Engines  
2.5L I4
DOHC-4v
175 hp@6000
175 lb-ft@4500		 2.5L I4<br>DOHC-4v<br>175 hp@6000 <br>175 lb-ft@4500 is a standard feature.        
3.0L V6
DOHC-4v
240 hp@6550
223 lb-ft@4300		   3.0L V6<br>DOHC-4v<br>240 hp@6550 <br>223 lb-ft@4300 is a standard feature. 3.0L V6<br>DOHC-4v<br>240 hp@6550 <br>223 lb-ft@4300 is a standard feature.    
2.5L I4 Hybrid
DOHC-4v
163 hp@6250
152 lb-ft@4500		       2.5L I4 Hybrid<br>DOHC-4v<br>163 hp@6250 <br>152 lb-ft@4500 is a standard feature.  
2.4L I4
DOHC-4v
173 hp@5800
167 lb-ft@4500		         2.4L I4<br>DOHC-4v<br>173 hp@5800 <br>167 lb-ft@4500 is a standard feature.
Transmissions  
4-speed automatic 4-speed automatic is a standard feature. 4-speed automatic is a standard feature. 4-speed automatic is a standard feature.    
CVT       CVT is a standard feature.  
5-speed manual         5-speed manual is a standard feature.
5-speed automatic         5-speed automatic is an optional feature.
Drivetrains  
FWD FWD is a standard feature. FWD is a standard feature. FWD is a standard feature.    
AWD AWD is an optional feature. AWD is an optional feature. AWD is an optional feature. AWD is a standard feature.  
RWD         RWD is a standard feature.
Tires  
235/70R16 tires 235/70R16 tires is a standard feature. 235/70R16 tires is a standard feature. 235/70R16 tires is a standard feature. 235/70R16 tires is a standard feature.  
225/75R15 tires 225/75R15 tires is a standard feature. 225/75R15 tires is a standard feature. 225/75R15 tires is a standard feature. 225/75R15 tires is a standard feature.  
245/45VR18 tires         245/45VR18 tires is a standard feature.
Audio Systems  
Unbranded, 80W, 4 speakers Unbranded, 80W, 4 speakers is a standard feature. Unbranded, 80W, 4 speakers is a standard feature.   Unbranded, 80W, 4 speakers is a standard feature.  
Unbranded, 320W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)   Unbranded, 320W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature. Unbranded, 320W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) is a standard feature. Unbranded, 320W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature.  
Unbranded, 170W, 4 speakers       Unbranded, 170W, 4 speakers is an optional feature.  
Unbranded, 6 speakers         Unbranded, 6 speakers is a standard feature.
Monsoon, 225W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)         Monsoon, 225W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature.
Accessories  
Ashtray and lighter (optional)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.           Ashtray and lighter (optional) is an optional feature.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Cruise control Cruise control is a standard feature. Cruise control is a standard feature. Cruise control is a standard feature. Cruise control is a standard feature. Cruise control is an optional feature.
Keyless entry keypadUnlock the car by entering a code on a door-mounted keypad.   Keyless entry keypad is a standard feature. Keyless entry keypad is a standard feature. Keyless entry keypad is a standard feature. Keyless entry keypad is a standard feature.  
Unlock the car by entering a code on a door-mounted keypad.
Power front side windowsOften must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available.   Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is an optional feature.
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available.
Power locks Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is an optional feature.
Power rear side windows Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature.  
Remote keyless entryUnlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob.   Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is an optional feature.
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob.
Tilt steering wheel, manual Tilt steering wheel, manual is a standard feature. Tilt steering wheel, manual is a standard feature. Tilt steering wheel, manual is a standard feature. Tilt steering wheel, manual is a standard feature. Tilt steering wheel, manual is a standard feature.
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety  
4-wheel disc brakesRear disc brakes.     4-wheel disc brakes is an optional feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is an optional feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature.
Rear disc brakes.
AlarmOnly listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.     Alarm is an optional feature. Alarm is a standard feature. Alarm is a standard feature. Alarm is an optional feature.
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.
Antilock brakes (ABS)Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time.   Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is an optional feature.
Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time.
Brake assistWhen a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes.         Brake assist is a standard feature.  
When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes.
Front airbagsMandatory, in all cars.   Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature.
Mandatory, in all cars.
Front side airbagsTorso-level front row airbags, usually contained in the seats. Many also protect the head, but not as well as side curtain airbags.   Front side airbags is an optional feature. Front side airbags is an optional feature. Front side airbags is an optional feature. Front side airbags is an optional feature.  
Torso-level front row airbags, usually contained in the seats. Many also protect the head, but not as well as side curtain airbags.
Full-size spare tire Full-size spare tire is an optional feature. Full-size spare tire is an optional feature. Full-size spare tire is an optional feature.    
Obstacle detection, rearBeeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid.       Obstacle detection, rear is an optional feature. Obstacle detection, rear is an optional feature.  
Beeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid.
Rollover sensorDeploys extended duration side curtain airbags when the vehicle rolls over. Usually included on tall vehicles. Rare on others.   Rollover sensor is an optional feature. Rollover sensor is an optional feature. Rollover sensor is an optional feature. Rollover sensor is an optional feature.  
Deploys extended duration side curtain airbags when the vehicle rolls over. Usually included on tall vehicles. Rare on others.
Side curtain airbagsAirbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row.   Side curtain airbags is an optional feature. Side curtain airbags is an optional feature. Side curtain airbags is an optional feature. Side curtain airbags is an optional feature.  
Airbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row.
Tire-pressure monitorTwo types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire.   Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature.  
Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire.
Cargo Management  
Cargo cover Cargo cover is an optional feature. Cargo cover is an optional feature. Cargo cover is an optional feature. Cargo cover is an optional feature.  
Class II trailer hitchHitch rated for up to 3,500 pounds. Capacity of the vehicle could be lower.     Class II trailer hitch is an optional feature. Class II trailer hitch is an optional feature.    
Hitch rated for up to 3,500 pounds. Capacity of the vehicle could be lower.
Console with shifter Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature.
Overhead sunglass holderUsually part of an overhead console.     Overhead sunglass holder is an optional feature. Overhead sunglass holder is a standard feature. Overhead sunglass holder is an optional feature.  
Usually part of an overhead console.
Roof rackIncludes side rails and crossbars.   Roof rack is an optional feature. Roof rack is an optional feature. Roof rack is an optional feature.    
Includes side rails and crossbars.
Storage beneath cargo floorLarge storage area beneath the load floor, often compartmentalized.   Storage beneath cargo floor is an optional feature. Storage beneath cargo floor is an optional feature. Storage beneath cargo floor is an optional feature. Storage beneath cargo floor is an optional feature.  
Large storage area beneath the load floor, often compartmentalized.
Trailering equipment (4 wire)Includes four-wire harness, limited to relatively small trailers.     Trailering equipment (4 wire) is an optional feature. Trailering equipment (4 wire) is an optional feature.    
Includes four-wire harness, limited to relatively small trailers.
Climate Control  
Air conditioning Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is an optional feature.
Rear defrost Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature.
Rear wiper Rear wiper is a standard feature. Rear wiper is a standard feature. Rear wiper is a standard feature. Rear wiper is a standard feature.  
Variable intermittent wipersTime between wipes can be precisely adjusted.   Variable intermittent wipers is a standard feature. Variable intermittent wipers is a standard feature. Variable intermittent wipers is a standard feature. Variable intermittent wipers is a standard feature. Variable intermittent wipers is a standard feature.
Time between wipes can be precisely adjusted.
Drivetrain  
Limited-slip rear differentialWhen one rear wheel spins, the differential locks up, sending power to the wheel with better traction.           Limited-slip rear differential is an optional feature.
When one rear wheel spins, the differential locks up, sending power to the wheel with better traction.
Exterior  
Bodyside claddingProtective cladding extending partly onto the doors.   Bodyside cladding is a standard feature. Bodyside cladding is a standard feature. Bodyside cladding is a standard feature. Bodyside cladding is a standard feature.  
Protective cladding extending partly onto the doors.
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust.   Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature. Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature. Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature. Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature. Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature.
Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust.
Deep-tinted rear windows Deep-tinted rear windows is an optional feature. Deep-tinted rear windows is a standard feature. Deep-tinted rear windows is a standard feature. Deep-tinted rear windows is a standard feature.  
Running boards Running boards is an optional feature. Running boards is an optional feature. Running boards is an optional feature.    
Sunroof   Sunroof is an optional feature. Sunroof is an optional feature. Sunroof is an optional feature.  
Gas Guzzler Tax  
-1950       -1950 is a standard feature.  
Infotainment  
Audio controls on steering wheel       Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature. Audio controls on steering wheel is an optional feature.
CD changer, in-dashIncludes CD player.     CD changer, in-dash is an optional feature. CD changer, in-dash is a standard feature.   CD changer, in-dash is an optional feature.
Includes CD player.
CD changer, remoteCD changer in the glove compartment, trunk, or cargo area, beyond easy reach. Can be in addition to an in-dash CD player.         CD changer, remote is an optional feature.  
CD changer in the glove compartment, trunk, or cargo area, beyond easy reach. Can be in addition to an in-dash CD player.
CD player CD player is a standard feature.        
MP3-compatible playerAudio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files.   MP3-compatible player is a standard feature. MP3-compatible player is a standard feature. MP3-compatible player is a standard feature. MP3-compatible player is a standard feature. MP3-compatible player is an optional feature.
Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files.
Navigation systemScreen-based navigation system.         Navigation system is an optional feature.  
Screen-based navigation system.
Satellite radioXM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply.           Satellite radio is an optional feature.
XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply.
Telematics service, such as OnStarIn-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system. For 2011 and newer cars often includes a remote app. Monthly fee after the first 1-12 months.           Telematics service, such as OnStar is an optional feature.
In-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system. For 2011 and newer cars often includes a remote app. Monthly fee after the first 1-12 months.
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors  
Auto-dimming rearview mirrorInterior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.     Auto-dimming rearview mirror is an optional feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is a standard feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is a standard feature.  
Interior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
Automatic headlightsHeadlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights.     Automatic headlights is an optional feature. Automatic headlights is a standard feature.   Automatic headlights is a standard feature.
Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights.
CompassWe haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it.     Compass is an optional feature. Compass is a standard feature.    
We haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it.
Fog lightsLight wide area close in front of the vehicle.   Fog lights is a standard feature. Fog lights is a standard feature. Fog lights is a standard feature. Fog lights is a standard feature. Fog lights is an optional feature.
Light wide area close in front of the vehicle.
Heated mirrorsClears ice and fog from mirrors.     Heated mirrors is an optional feature. Heated mirrors is a standard feature. Heated mirrors is an optional feature.  
Clears ice and fog from mirrors.
Illuminated visor mirror, driverIncludes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.     Illuminated visor mirror, driver is an optional feature. Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature.  
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.
Illuminated visor mirror, passengerIncludes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.     Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is an optional feature. Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature.  
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.
Large energy flow and fuel economy displayStandard or optional in some hybrid vehicles. Fancy display of power flows, enhanced trip computer information.         Large energy flow and fuel economy display is an optional feature.  
Standard or optional in some hybrid vehicles. Fancy display of power flows, enhanced trip computer information.
Map lightsFront row reading lights.   Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature.
Front row reading lights.
Outside temperature display         Outside temperature display is an optional feature.
Perimeter approach lightingArea around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked.           Perimeter approach lighting is an optional feature.
Area around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked.
Power mirrorsIncludes value of manual remote mirrors.   Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is an optional feature.
Includes value of manual remote mirrors.
TachometerReports engine speed.   Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature.
Reports engine speed.
Trip computerReports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats.     Trip computer is an optional feature. Trip computer is a standard feature. Trip computer is an optional feature.  
Reports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats.
Turn signals on or near mirrors Turn signals on or near mirrors is a standard feature. Turn signals on or near mirrors is a standard feature. Turn signals on or near mirrors is a standard feature. Turn signals on or near mirrors is a standard feature.  
Visor mirror, driver Visor mirror, driver is a standard feature.       Visor mirror, driver is a standard feature.
Visor mirror, passenger Visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature.        
Seats and Interior Trim  
Front buckets Front buckets is a standard feature. Front buckets is a standard feature. Front buckets is a standard feature. Front buckets is a standard feature. Front buckets is a standard feature.
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature.  
Center armrest(s), front row Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature.
Dark-colored headliner (optional)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.           Dark-colored headliner (optional) is an optional feature.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Floor mats Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is an optional feature.
Folding second row seatsSeat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.   Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature.  
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.
Heated front seats   Heated front seats is an optional feature. Heated front seats is a standard feature. Heated front seats is an optional feature.  
Leather seating surfacesSeating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette.     Leather seating surfaces is an optional feature. Leather seating surfaces is a standard feature. Leather seating surfaces is an optional feature. Leather seating surfaces is an optional feature.
Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette.
Leather-wrapped steering wheel Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature. Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature. Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature. Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature. Leather-wrapped steering wheel is an optional feature.
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat   Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.  
Power height adjuster, driver seat   Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.  
Power tilt adjuster, driver seatPower tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.     Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.  
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfacesSeating surfaces are part leather, part synthetic suede.       Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces is a standard feature. Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces is an optional feature.  
Seating surfaces are part leather, part synthetic suede.
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires  
Alloy wheels Alloy wheels is a standard feature. Alloy wheels is a standard feature. Alloy wheels is a standard feature. Alloy wheels is a standard feature.  
Polished alloy wheelsAlloy wheels highly polished to yield an almost chrome-like finish. In the past valued more highly than regular alloy wheels. But the term is used so broadly lately, often meaning that only some of the wheel face is machined, that they have the same defau           Polished alloy wheels is an optional feature.
Alloy wheels highly polished to yield an almost chrome-like finish. In the past valued more highly than regular alloy wheels. But the term is used so broadly lately, often meaning that only some of the wheel face is machined, that they have the same defau

Return to top

Option Package Contents

Sun and SYNC Package

Features
Unbranded, 320W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)

Navigation system

Features
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Trip computer
Automatic headlights
Compass
Alarm
Overhead sunglass holder
Illuminated visor mirror, driver
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger

Amenities Package

Features
Trip computer
Large energy flow and fuel economy display
Navigation system
CD changer, remote
Unbranded, 170W, 4 speakers

Premium Package

Features
Heated mirrors
Heated front seats
Cargo cover
Obstacle detection, rear
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces
Rollover sensor
Leather seating surfaces
Front side airbags

Convenience Package

Features
Outside temperature display
Cruise control
Fog lights

Preferred Package

Features
Power locks
Remote keyless entry
Alarm
Perimeter approach lighting
Power mirrors
Power front side windows

Premium Package

Features
Leather-wrapped steering wheel
Leather seating surfaces
Audio controls on steering wheel

EMPTY

Features
Telematics service, such as OnStar
See TrueDelta's information for all SUVs
See TrueDelta's information for all Mercury models.

What Our Members Are Saying about the Available Features of the 2006 Mercury Mariner

None of our members have yet commented on the available features of the 2006 Mercury Mariner.

Be the first!

What Our Members Are Saying about the Available Features of the 2006- Pontiac Solstice

None of our members have yet commented on the available features of the 2006- Pontiac Solstice.

Be the first!