1997 Ford Contour

The 1997 Ford Contour is a compact car offered in several trims, including Sedan, GL, LX, and SE, known for its practicality and fuel efficiency. It comes with two engine options: a 2.0-liter inline-4 producing 125 horsepower and a more powerful 2.5-liter V6 generating 170 horsepower. Depending on the trim, it is available with both automatic and manual transmissions, and features a front-wheel drive (FWD) layout. Fuel economy varies by model; the base 2.0L engine achieves approximately 20 MPG city and 29 MPG highway, while the 2.5L engine in the LX and SE models offers around 18 MPG city and 28 MPG highway. Dimensions include a length of 183.9 inches, a width of 69.1 inches, and a height of 54.5 inches, with a wheelbase of 106.5 inches. Safety features are basic, including child door locks, but more advanced options were not available. Higher trims offer amenities such as cruise control and power windows.