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1997 Ford Taurus Specs & Safety

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

Select Style

Style:
G 4dr Sedan - MSRP $17,995 GL 4dr Sedan - MSRP $18,985 GL 4dr Station Wagon - MSRP $20,195 LX 4dr Sedan - MSRP $21,610 LX 4dr Station Wagon - MSRP $22,715 SHO 4dr Sedan - MSRP $26,460
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MSRP *
$17,995
Invoice *
$16,636
Engine
3.0L V-6 145 HP 170.0 ft.lbs. @ 3,250 rpm
Transmission
4-spd auto w/OD
Fuel Economy City
20.0 mpg
Fuel Economy Hwy
28.0 mpg
Bumper to Bumper Months/Miles
36/36,000

Powertrain

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Style:
G 4dr Sedan - MSRP $17,995 GL 4dr Sedan - MSRP $18,985 GL 4dr Station Wagon - MSRP $20,195 LX 4dr Sedan - MSRP $21,610 LX 4dr Station Wagon - MSRP $22,715 SHO 4dr Sedan - MSRP $26,460
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Engine
3.0L V-6 145 HP 170.0 ft.lbs. @ 3,250 rpm
Transmission
4-spd auto w/OD
Alternator
130 amp
Battery
58 amp with run down protection / 72 amp with run down protection
Axle Ratio
3.77
Recommended Fuel Type
regular unleaded
Fuel Tank
16.1 gal.
Exhaust
stainless steel
Drive Type
front-wheel

Steering and Suspension

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Style:
G 4dr Sedan - MSRP $17,995 GL 4dr Sedan - MSRP $18,985 GL 4dr Station Wagon - MSRP $20,195 LX 4dr Sedan - MSRP $21,610 LX 4dr Station Wagon - MSRP $22,715 SHO 4dr Sedan - MSRP $26,460
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Front Suspension
strut
Front Anti-Roll Bar
front anti-roll bar
Front Springs
coil
Rear Suspension
independent multi-link
Rear Anti-Roll Bar
rear anti-roll bar
Rear Springs
coil
Steering
rack & pinion
Brakes
front disc/rear drum / 4-wheel disc
Vented Disc Brakes
front
Wheels
15.0 " steel
Front Tires
P205/65TR15.0BSW AS
Spare Tire and Wheel
compact steel

Seating and Interior

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Style:
G 4dr Sedan - MSRP $17,995 GL 4dr Sedan - MSRP $18,985 GL 4dr Station Wagon - MSRP $20,195 LX 4dr Sedan - MSRP $21,610 LX 4dr Station Wagon - MSRP $22,715 SHO 4dr Sedan - MSRP $26,460
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Seating Capacity
6
Front Seat Type
40-20-40 split-bench
Front Headrests
adjustable
Front Armrests
center w/storage
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls
4-way
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls
4-way
Rear Seats
60-40 bench
Seat Trim
cloth
Door Trim
carpet lower
Headliner
full cloth
Floor Trim
carpet
Floor Mats
carpeted front & rear

Comfort and Conveniences

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Style:
G 4dr Sedan - MSRP $17,995 GL 4dr Sedan - MSRP $18,985 GL 4dr Station Wagon - MSRP $20,195 LX 4dr Sedan - MSRP $21,610 LX 4dr Station Wagon - MSRP $22,715 SHO 4dr Sedan - MSRP $26,460
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Rearview Mirror
day-night
Glove Box
locking
Dome Light
fade
Floor Console
full
Cup Holder
front
Cargo Floor Trim
carpeted
Cargo Tie Downs
cargo tie downs
Cargo Light
cargo light
Front Air Conditioning
manual
Air Filter
air filter
Rear Heat Ducts
underseat ducts
Radio
AM/FM stereo, seek-scan
Speakers
4
Antenna
fixed
Door Locks
manual / power
Rear Child Safety Door Locks
rear child safety door locks
Power Outlets
1
Driver Foot Rest
driver foot rest
Retained Accessory Power
retained accessory power
Instrument Display
analog
Water Temp Gauge
engine temperature gauge
Clock
in-dash
Trip Odometer
trip odometer
Steering Wheel Type
tilt
Front Windows
power
Rear Windows
power
1-Touch Open Window
driver
Tinted Windows
light
Front Windshield Wipers
variable intermittent
Rear Defroster
rear defroster
Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)
4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS)
Daytime Running Lights
daytime running lights
Center High Mounted Stop Light
center high mounted stop light
Front Impact Airbags
driver and passenger

Dimensions and Capacities

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Style:
G 4dr Sedan - MSRP $17,995 GL 4dr Sedan - MSRP $18,985 GL 4dr Station Wagon - MSRP $20,195 LX 4dr Sedan - MSRP $21,610 LX 4dr Station Wagon - MSRP $22,715 SHO 4dr Sedan - MSRP $26,460
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Door Count
4 doors
Exterior Length
197.5 "
Exterior Width
73.0 "
Exterior Height
55.1 "
Wheelbase
109 "
Front Tread
62 "
Rear Tread
61 "
Turning Radius
19.0 '
Curb Weight
3,326 lbs.
Max Trailer Weight
1,250 lbs.
Drag Coefficient
.30
Front Legroom
42.6 "
Rear Legroom
38.9 "
Front Headroom
39.2 "
Rear Headroom
36.2 "
Front Hiproom
55.8 "
Rear Hiproom
56.3 "
Front Shoulder Room
57.4 "
Rear Shoulder Room
56.6 "
Passenger Volume
101 cu.ft.
Interior Cargo Volume
15.8 cu.ft.

Exterior Features

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Style:
G 4dr Sedan - MSRP $17,995 GL 4dr Sedan - MSRP $18,985 GL 4dr Station Wagon - MSRP $20,195 LX 4dr Sedan - MSRP $21,610 LX 4dr Station Wagon - MSRP $22,715 SHO 4dr Sedan - MSRP $26,460
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Mud Flaps
front and rear
Bumpers
body-colored
Bodyside Moldings
body-colored
Rocker Panel Extensions
rocker panel extensions
Grille Moldings
black
Paint
monotone
Exterior Mirrors
dual power remote

Warranty

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Style:
G 4dr Sedan - MSRP $17,995 GL 4dr Sedan - MSRP $18,985 GL 4dr Station Wagon - MSRP $20,195 LX 4dr Sedan - MSRP $21,610 LX 4dr Station Wagon - MSRP $22,715 SHO 4dr Sedan - MSRP $26,460
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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 Taurus 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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