That is an absolutely retarded claim. A piece of plastic mounted to the roof could not possibly affect it in any way. The only thing I can think of is that many vehicles have the GPS "sharkfin" antennas mounted in the front along the roofline, and perhaps in those vehicles the antenna would be in the way of where the deflector would be mounted. That is not the case with the Escape/Mariners. On the previous models, the antenna for the GPS was actually mounted inside the dash up by the windshield - I seriously doubt they would change the location for the 07 especially when they were about to introduce a totally redesigned model.

If you want a deflector, go buy an aftermarket one and mount it yourself. Just keep in mind that you are adding additional drag and will reduce your fuel economy. Yes, probably only a little bit but what are the gains of the deflector?

-Tim

2006 Mercury Mariner Hybrid AWD
Black with Pebble interior
Premium Package with Nav & Moonroof



Current ODO: 26,152
Typical Drive: 20 min crosstown in heavy traffic (3.5mi there and back twice a day)


532 Gallons of gas saved
That's 10,642 lbs less CO2 emitted