
In the modern automotive world, sedans, manual transmissions, and V6 engines, particularly naturally aspirated ones, are all dying out. As cars that blend sportiness and practicality fade out of existence, while efficient inline-four SUVs and crossovers abound, it is becoming harder for car enthusiasts to find a vehicle that incorporates all three characteristics. The used market still offers a number of options; one of them is an often-forgotten model produced by Ford’s former medium-price sub-brand, Mercury. We’re talking about the Milan, a short-lived rebadged version of the Ford Fusion that was only sold between 2006 and 2011.