The table below shows all 1996 Ford Contour specs by style, including MPG (fuel economy), transmission details, and interior and exterior dimensions. Additionally, find 1996 Ford Contour warranty and reliability information, such as limits on bumper-to-bumper coverage and major components.
Engine
2.5L V-6 170 HP 165 ft.lbs. @ 4,250 rpm
Transmission
5-spd man w/OD / 4-spd auto w/OD
Fuel Economy City
21.0 mpg
Bumper to Bumper Months/Miles
36/36,000
Engine
2.0L I-4 125 HP 130 ft.lbs. @ 4,000 rpm / 2.5L V-6 170 HP 165 ft.lbs. @ 4,250 rpm
Transmission
5-spd man w/OD / 4-spd auto w/OD
Fuel Economy City
24.0 mpg
Bumper to Bumper Months/Miles
36/36,000
Engine
2.0L I-4 125 HP 130 ft.lbs. @ 4,000 rpm / 2.5L V-6 170 HP 165 ft.lbs. @ 4,250 rpm
Transmission
5-spd man w/OD / 4-spd auto w/OD
Fuel Economy City
24.0 mpg
Bumper to Bumper Months/Miles
36/36,000
Engine
2.5L V-6 170 HP 165 ft.lbs. @ 4,250 rpm
Transmission
5-spd man w/OD / 4-spd auto w/OD
Recommended Fuel Type
regular unleaded
Engine
2.0L I-4 125 HP 130 ft.lbs. @ 4,000 rpm / 2.5L V-6 170 HP 165 ft.lbs. @ 4,250 rpm
Transmission
5-spd man w/OD / 4-spd auto w/OD
Axle Ratio
3.84 / 3.92 / 4.06 / 3.77
Recommended Fuel Type
regular unleaded
Engine
2.0L I-4 125 HP 130 ft.lbs. @ 4,000 rpm / 2.5L V-6 170 HP 165 ft.lbs. @ 4,250 rpm
Transmission
5-spd man w/OD / 4-spd auto w/OD
Axle Ratio
3.84 / 3.92 / 4.06 / 3.77
Recommended Fuel Type
regular unleaded / gaseous fuel compatible
Ride Control
driver controlled
Front Anti-Roll Bar
front anti-roll bar
Rear Anti-Roll Bar
rear anti-roll bar
Front Tires
P205/60R15.0BSW performance
Ride Control
driver controlled
Front Anti-Roll Bar
front anti-roll bar
Rear Anti-Roll Bar
rear anti-roll bar
Brakes
front disc/rear drum / 4-wheel disc
Front Tires
P185/70R14.0BSW touring / P195/65BSW performance / P521/60R15.0BSW
Rear Tires (if different from Front)
R14.0
Ride Control
driver controlled
Front Anti-Roll Bar
front anti-roll bar
Rear Anti-Roll Bar
rear anti-roll bar
Brakes
front disc/rear drum / 4-wheel disc
Front Tires
P185/70R14.0BSW touring / P195/65BSW performance / P205/60R15.0BSW / P521/60R15.0BSW
Rear Tires (if different from Front)
R14.0
Front Seat Type
bucket / sport
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls
2-way / (2-way power)
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls
2-way
Seat Trim
cloth / premium cloth / leather
Floor Mats
rubber front & rear
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls
2-way / (2-way power)
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls
2-way
Rear Seats
50-50 split-bench
Seat Trim
cloth / premium cloth / leather
Floor Mats
carpet front / rubber front & rear
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls
2-way
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls
2-way
Rear Seats
50-50 split-bench
Floor Mats
carpet front / rubber front & rear
Vanity Mirrors
dual illuminated
Front Air Conditioning
manual
Cruise Control
cruise control
Remote Keyless Entry
keyfob (all doors)
Trunk/Hatch/Door Release
keyfob
Steering Wheel Material
leather
Front Windows
power / manual
Front Windshield Wipers
variable intermittent
Rear Defroster
rear defroster
Vanity Mirrors
dual illuminated
Front Air Conditioning
manual
Cruise Control
cruise control
Remote Keyless Entry
keyfob (all doors)
Trunk/Hatch/Door Release
keyfob
Steering Wheel Material
leather
Front Windows
power / manual
Front Windshield Wipers
variable intermittent
Rear Defroster
rear defroster
Vanity Mirrors
dual illuminated
Overhead Console
mini / full
Front Air Conditioning
manual
Cruise Control
cruise control
Remote Keyless Entry
keyfob (all doors)
Trunk/Hatch/Door Release
keyfob
Steering Wheel Material
leather
Front Windows
power / manual
Front Windshield Wipers
variable intermittent
Rear Defroster
rear defroster
Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)
rear wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS)
Front Impact Airbags
driver and passenger
Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)
rear wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS)
Front Impact Airbags
driver and passenger
Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)
rear wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS)
Front Impact Airbags
driver and passenger
Max Trailer Weight
1,000 lbs.
Max Trailer Weight
1,000 lbs.
Max Trailer Weight
1,000 lbs.
Exterior Mirrors
dual power remote / dual power remote heated
Exterior Mirrors
dual power remote / dual power remote heated
Exterior Mirrors
dual manual remote / dual manual remote heated
Bumper to Bumper Months/Miles
36/36,000
Corrosion Perforation Months/Miles
60/unlimited
Roadside Assistance Months/Miles
36/36,000
Bumper to Bumper Months/Miles
36/36,000
Corrosion Perforation Months/Miles
60/unlimited
Roadside Assistance Months/Miles
36/36,000
Bumper to Bumper Months/Miles
36/36,000
Corrosion Perforation Months/Miles
60/unlimited
Roadside Assistance Months/Miles
36/36,000