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FordAerostar1997 Ford AerostarSpecs & Safety
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Aerostar
1997
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1997 Ford Aerostar Specs & Safety

The table below shows all 1997 Ford Aerostar specs by style, including MPG (fuel economy), transmission details, and interior and exterior dimensions. Additionally, find 1997 Ford Aerostar warranty and reliability information, such as limits on bumper-to-bumper coverage and major components.
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Overview

Select Style

Style:
Standard Rear-wheel Drive Cargo Van 118.9 in. WB - MSRP $17,235 XLT Rear-wheel Drive Wagon 118.9 in. WB - MSRP $17,925 XLT Rear-wheel Drive Extended Wagon 118.9 in. WB - MSRP $20,865 XLT All-wheel Drive Extended Wagon 118.9 in. WB - MSRP $23,950
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MSRP *
$17,235
Invoice *
$15,607
Engine
3.0L V-6 140 HP 160.0 ft.lbs. @ 2,750 rpm
Transmission
4-spd auto w/OD
Fuel Economy City
17.0 mpg
Fuel Economy Hwy
23.0 mpg
Bumper to Bumper Months/Miles
36/36,000

Powertrain

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Style:
Standard Rear-wheel Drive Cargo Van 118.9 in. WB - MSRP $17,235 XLT Rear-wheel Drive Wagon 118.9 in. WB - MSRP $17,925 XLT Rear-wheel Drive Extended Wagon 118.9 in. WB - MSRP $20,865 XLT All-wheel Drive Extended Wagon 118.9 in. WB - MSRP $23,950
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Engine
3.0L V-6 140 HP 160.0 ft.lbs. @ 2,750 rpm
Transmission
4-spd auto w/OD
Alternator
95 amp
Battery
72 amp
Axle Ratio
3.73
Recommended Fuel Type
regular unleaded
Fuel Tank
21.0 gal.
Drive Type
rear-wheel
Limited Slip Differential
limited slip differential

Steering and Suspension

Select Style

Style:
Standard Rear-wheel Drive Cargo Van 118.9 in. WB - MSRP $17,235 XLT Rear-wheel Drive Wagon 118.9 in. WB - MSRP $17,925 XLT Rear-wheel Drive Extended Wagon 118.9 in. WB - MSRP $20,865 XLT All-wheel Drive Extended Wagon 118.9 in. WB - MSRP $23,950
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Front Anti-Roll Bar
front anti-roll bar
Front Springs
coil
Rear Springs
coil
Steering
rack & pinion
Brakes
front disc/rear drum
Vented Disc Brakes
front
Wheels
14.0 " steel
Front Tires
P546/75SR14.0BSW AS
Spare Tire and Wheel
full-size steel / full-size

Seating and Interior

Select Style

Style:
Standard Rear-wheel Drive Cargo Van 118.9 in. WB - MSRP $17,235 XLT Rear-wheel Drive Wagon 118.9 in. WB - MSRP $17,925 XLT Rear-wheel Drive Extended Wagon 118.9 in. WB - MSRP $20,865 XLT All-wheel Drive Extended Wagon 118.9 in. WB - MSRP $23,950
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Seating Capacity
2
Front Seat Type
bucket / captain
Front Headrests
fixed
Front Armrests
driver and passenger
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls
2-way
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls
2-way
Seat Trim
vinyl / cloth
Headliner
front
Floor Trim
carpet

Comfort and Conveniences

Select Style

Style:
Standard Rear-wheel Drive Cargo Van 118.9 in. WB - MSRP $17,235 XLT Rear-wheel Drive Wagon 118.9 in. WB - MSRP $17,925 XLT Rear-wheel Drive Extended Wagon 118.9 in. WB - MSRP $20,865 XLT All-wheel Drive Extended Wagon 118.9 in. WB - MSRP $23,950
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Vanity Mirrors
passenger
Rearview Mirror
day-night
Dome Light
dome light
Floor Console
partial
Instrument Panel Storage
bin
Dashboard Storage
dashboard storage
Cargo Floor Trim
vinyl/rubber
Cargo Light
cargo light
Front Air Conditioning
manual
Radio
clock / AM/FM stereo, seek-scan
Speakers
3
Cruise Control
with steering wheel controls
Power Outlets
1
Instrument Display
analog
Oil Pressure Gauge
oil pressure gauge
Water Temp Gauge
engine temperature gauge
Volt Gauge
voltmeter gauge
Front Windows
manual
Rear Windows
fixed
Tinted Windows
light
Front Windshield Wipers
variable intermittent
Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)
rear wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS)
Center High Mounted Stop Light
center high mounted stop light
Front Impact Airbags
driver front-impact

Dimensions and Capacities

Select Style

Style:
Standard Rear-wheel Drive Cargo Van 118.9 in. WB - MSRP $17,235 XLT Rear-wheel Drive Wagon 118.9 in. WB - MSRP $17,925 XLT Rear-wheel Drive Extended Wagon 118.9 in. WB - MSRP $20,865 XLT All-wheel Drive Extended Wagon 118.9 in. WB - MSRP $23,950
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Door Count
3 doors
Maximum Cargo Volume
141.4 cu.ft.
Exterior Length
174.9 "
Exterior Width
71.7 "
Exterior Height
72.9 "
Wheelbase
119 "
Front Tread
62 "
Rear Tread
60 "
Curb Weight
3,411 lbs.
Front Legroom
41.3 "
Front Headroom
39.4 "
Interior Cargo Volume
141.4 cu.ft.

Exterior Features

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Style:
Standard Rear-wheel Drive Cargo Van 118.9 in. WB - MSRP $17,235 XLT Rear-wheel Drive Wagon 118.9 in. WB - MSRP $17,925 XLT Rear-wheel Drive Extended Wagon 118.9 in. WB - MSRP $20,865 XLT All-wheel Drive Extended Wagon 118.9 in. WB - MSRP $23,950
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Bumpers
colored
Grille Moldings
colored
Paint
monotone
Exterior Mirrors
dual manual
Trailering
class I
Trailering Harness
trailering harness

Warranty

Select Style

Style:
Standard Rear-wheel Drive Cargo Van 118.9 in. WB - MSRP $17,235 XLT Rear-wheel Drive Wagon 118.9 in. WB - MSRP $17,925 XLT Rear-wheel Drive Extended Wagon 118.9 in. WB - MSRP $20,865 XLT All-wheel Drive Extended Wagon 118.9 in. WB - MSRP $23,950
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Bumper to Bumper Months/Miles
36/36,000
Major Components Months/Miles
36/36,000
Corrosion Perforation Months/Miles
60/unlimited
Roadside Assistance Months/Miles
36/36,000
Accessories Months/Miles
36/36,000

Safety Ratings

Below is the 1997 Ford Aerostar safety rating information and crash results as reported by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The ratings are based on a star system and can vary by style.

Style
Frontal Rating

NHTSA rates vehicles on a scale of 1 to 5 stars.

Frontal Rating:

5% or less chance of injury

6% to 10% or less chance of injury

11% to 20% or less chance of injury

21% to 25% or less chance of injury

26% or greater chance of injury

Side Rating

NHTSA rates vehicles on a scale of 1 to 5 stars.

Side Rating:

10% or less chance of injury

11% to 20% or less chance of injury

21% to 35% or less chance of injury

36% to 45% or less chance of injury

46% or greater chance of injury

Safety data is not currently available from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. For a list of safety-related features, please check the Safety section.

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