These are standard specifications for the 1972 Mercury Cougar, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
Automatic
Chassis # 2F94H566157
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Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Rear Wheel |
| Production Years for Series : | 1971 - 1973 |
| Price : | $3,017-$3,550 |
| Weight : | 3410 lbs | 1546.75 kg |
Engine & Transmission
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 5752 cc | 351.0 cu in. | 5.8 L. |
| Power : | 163 HP (119.968 KW) @ 3800 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.0 in | 102 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.5 in | 89 mm. |
| Compression : | 8.6:1 |
| Valvetrain : | 16 OHV (2 valves per cylinder) |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| 2-barrel carburetor | |
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 5752 cc | 351.0 cu in. | 5.8 L. |
| Power : | 248 HP (182.528 KW) |
| Bore : | 4.0 in | 102 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.5 in | 89 mm. |
| Valvetrain : | 16 OHV (2 valves per cylinder) |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 5752 cc | 351.0 cu in. | 5.8 L. |
| Power : | 266 HP (195.776 KW) |
| Bore : | 4.0 in | 102 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.5 in | 89 mm. |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| 4-Barrel Carburetor | |
Automatic
Production Figures
| Total Mercury Production for 1972 : | 441,964 |
| Total 1972 Cougar production : | 53,702 |
| 1972 Mercury Cougar | |
| Convertible 2 dr. 5 P : | 1,240 |
| Cougar XR-7 Convertible 2 dr. 5 P : | 1,929 |
| HardTop Coupe 2 dr. 6 P : | 23,731 |
| XR-7 Series HardTop Coupe 2 dr. 5 P : | 26,802 |
Dimension(s)
Convertible
Chassis # 2F94H566157
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| Seating Capacity : | 5 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 196.1 in | 4981 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 112.1 in | 2847 mm. |
| Front Track : | 61.5 in | 1562 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 61.0 in | 1549 mm. |
HardTop Coupe
| Price : | $3,017 |
| Weight : | 3280 lbs | 1487.783 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 6 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 196.1 in | 4981 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 112.1 in | 2847 mm. |
| Front Track : | 61.5 in | 1562 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 61.0 in | 1549 mm. |
XR-7 Series HardTop Coupe
| Price : | $3,325 |
| Weight : | 3300 lbs | 1496.855 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 5 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 196.1 in | 4981 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 112.1 in | 2847 mm. |
| Front Track : | 61.5 in | 1562 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 61.0 in | 1549 mm. |
Cougar XR-7 Convertible
| Price : | $3,550 |
| Weight : | 3450 lbs | 1564.894 kg |
| Seating Capacity : | 5 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 196.1 in | 4981 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 112.1 in | 2847 mm. |
| Front Track : | 61.5 in | 1562 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 61.0 in | 1549 mm. |
Handling
| Tires / Wheels | |
|---|---|
| Tires : | E78-14 |
Recall
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
| Mfr Report Date | 19710701 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 81V002000 |
| Summary | DUE TO A MANUFACTURING ERROR, CERTAIN FLEXIBLE-BLADE ENGINE COOLING FANS MAY BE SUBJECT TO FATIGUE CRACKING AND BLADE SEPARATION DURING VEHICLE OPERATION. |
| Remedy | DEFECTIVE FAN WILL BE REPLACED WITH ONE OF AN IMPROVED DESIGN WITHOUT CHARGE. |
| Notes | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 302 OR 305 CID ENGINESAND FACTORY AIR CONDITIONING.SYSTEM: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; FLEXIBLE-BLADE ENGINE COOLING FAN.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: BROKEN BLADE FRAGMENTS MAY BE PROPELLED OUTWARDS,DAMAGING ENGINE COMPONENTS OR, POSSIBLY INJURING PERSONS IN THE VICINITY.NOTE: OWNER IS ADVISED NOT TO LEAVE THE HOOD OPEN OR HAVE THE ENGINE SERVICEDWHILE THE MOTOR IS RUNNING, UNTIL THE FAN HAS BEEN REPLACED. |
Data updated January 2023
1972 Averages
| Avg. Household Income : | $11,800 |
| Avg. Home : | $27,550 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $0.55 |
1972 Mercury Cougar FAQs (show)
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1972 Mercury Cougar?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1972 Mercury Cougar? A: The 1972 Mercury Cougar has a wheelbase size of 112.10 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1972 Mercury Cougar? A: The 1972 Mercury Cougar has a length of 196.10 inches.Q: How much did the 1972 Mercury Cougar cost when new?A: The 1972 Mercury Cougar cost approximately $3,017 to $3,550 (USD) when new.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1972 Mercury Cougar? A: The 1972 Mercury Cougar was offered as a Convertible, Cougar XR-7 Convertible, HardTop Coupe, XR-7 Series HardTop Coupe.Q: What tires did the 1972 Mercury Cougar have? A: The 1972 Mercury Cougar had E78-14 tires.Q: How many vehicles did Mercury produce in 1972? A: Mercury produced 441,964 automobiles in 1972.Q: How many 1972 Cougars were produced? A: Mercury produced 53,702 examples of the Cougar in 1972.Q: What engines did the 1972 Mercury Cougar have? A: The 1972 Mercury Cougar had the following engine options: V 8 (5752 cc | 351.0 cu in. | 5.8 L.) with 163 HP (119.968 KW) @ 3800 RPM V 8 (5752 cc | 351.0 cu in. | 5.8 L.) with 248 HP (182.528 KW) V 8 (5752 cc | 351.0 cu in. | 5.8 L.) with 266 HP (195.776 KW) Q: What transmission did the 1972 Mercury Cougar have? A: The 1972 Mercury Cougar had a Automatic gearbox.