1997 Ford Mystique

The 1997 Mercury Mystique is a compact sedan recognized for its reliability and fuel efficiency, making it a practical choice in its class. It is powered by a 2.0L inline-4 gas engine, generating 125 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 130 lb-ft of torque at 4,000 rpm. The vehicle is available with both 5-speed manual and 4-speed automatic transmission options, featuring a front-wheel drive layout. Fuel economy is rated at 21 city / 30 highway MPG for the manual variant. The Mystique has an overall length of 183.5 inches, width of 69.1 inches, and height of 54.5 inches, providing a cargo capacity of approximately 13.9 cubic feet with all seats in place. While it lacks advanced safety features such as side-mounted or head airbags, the 1997 Mercury Mystique is noted for offering a comfortable ride and decent interior space, catering well to the needs of everyday drivers.