1997 Lincoln Mark VIII Specs & Safety

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

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Overview

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MSRP *

$37,280

Invoice *

$33,994

Engine

4.6L V-8 280 HP 285.0 ft.lbs. @ 4,500 rpm

Transmission

4-spd auto w/OD

Fuel Economy City

18.0 mpg

Fuel Economy Hwy

25.9 mpg

Bumper to Bumper Months/Miles

48/50,000

Powertrain

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Engine

4.6L V-8 280 HP 285.0 ft.lbs. @ 4,500 rpm

Transmission

4-spd auto w/OD

Alternator

120 amp

Battery

72 amp with run down protection

Axle Ratio

3.27

Recommended Fuel Type

premium unleaded

Fuel Tank

18.0 gal.

Exhaust

dual stainless steel with chrome tailpipe finish

Drive Type

rear-wheel

Traction Control

ABS & driveline

Steering and Suspension

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Ride Control

automatic

Adaptive Suspension

adaptive suspension

Auto-Levelling Suspension

rear

Front Anti-Roll Bar

front anti-roll bar

Front Springs

air

Rear Anti-Roll Bar

rear anti-roll bar

Rear Springs

air

Steering

rack & pinion

Brakes

4-wheel disc

Vented Disc Brakes

front and rear

Wheels

16.0 " silver aluminum

Front Tires

P225/60VR16.0BSW AS

Spare Tire and Wheel

compact aluminum

Seating and Interior

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Seating Capacity

Front Seat Type

bucket

Heated Front Seats

driver and front passenger heated-cushion

Front Headrests

adjustable w/tilt

Front Armrests

center w/storage

Front Driver Seat Direction Controls

(6-way power)

Easy Entry

rear seat easy entry

Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls

(6-way power)

Rear Seats

bench

Rear Armrests

center

Seat Trim

leather

Door Trim

leatherette w/carpet lower

Headliner

full cloth

Floor Trim

carpet

Floor Mats

carpeted front & rear

Dashboard Insert

simulated wood

Dashboard Trim

leather

Comfort and Conveniences

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Sunroof

power

Vanity Mirrors

dual illuminated

Rearview Mirror

auto-dimming day-night

Glove Box

locking

Dome Light

dome light

Reading Lights

front & rear

Floor Console

full

Cup Holder

front

Seatback Storage

Door Bins

dual

Cargo Floor Trim

carpeted

Trunk Lid Trim

carpet

Cargo Light

cargo light

Climate Control

automatic air conditioning

Rear Heat Ducts

underseat ducts

Radio

premium AM/FM stereo, seek-scan

single / trunk/cargo area mounted 6-disc

Speakers

8 brand

Amplifier

amplifier

Antenna

window grid

Cruise Control

with steering wheel controls

Door Locks

power

Remote Keyless Entry

keyfob (all doors)

Trunk/Hatch/Door Release

keyfob

Remote Fuel Flap Release

power

Cell Phone

voice activated

Power Outlets

Driver Foot Rest

driver foot rest

Retained Accessory Power

retained accessory power

Garage Door Opener

HomeLink Wireless Control System

Instrument Display

analog

Tachometer

tachometer

Water Temp Gauge

engine temperature gauge

Clock

in-dash

Compass

compass

Exterior Temperature

exterior temperature

Systems Monitor

systems monitor

Trip Computer

trip computer

Trip Odometer

trip odometer

Steering Wheel Type

power telescopic tilt

Steering Wheel Material

leather

Front Windows

power

Rear Windows

fixed

1-Touch Open Window

driver

Tinted Windows

light

Front Windshield Wipers

variable intermittent

Rear Defroster

rear defroster

Safety

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Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS)

Center High Mounted Stop Light

center high mounted stop light

Front Impact Airbags

driver and passenger

Ignition Disable

immobilizer

Panic Alarm

panic alarm

Security System

security system

Dimensions and Capacities

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Door Count

2 doors

Maximum Cargo Volume

14.4 cu.ft.

Exterior Length

207.3 "

Exterior Width

74.0 "

Exterior Height

53.6 "

Wheelbase

113 "

Front Tread

62 "

Rear Tread

60 "

Turning Radius

18.6 '

Curb Weight

3,618 lbs.

Max Trailer Weight

2,000 lbs.

Drag Coefficient

.34

Front Legroom

42.6 "

Rear Legroom

35.7 "

Front Headroom

38.1 "

Rear Headroom

37.5 "

Front Hiproom

55.6 "

Rear Hiproom

56.7 "

Front Shoulder Room

59.2 "

Rear Shoulder Room

59.5 "

Passenger Volume

102 cu.ft.

Interior Cargo Volume

14.4 cu.ft.

Exterior Features

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Bumpers

body-colored

Bodyside Moldings

body-colored

Bodyside Insert

chrome

Grille Moldings

chrome

Paint

monotone

Exterior Mirrors

dual power remote heated

Trailering

class I

Warranty

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Bumper to Bumper Months/Miles

48/50,000

Major Components Months/Miles

48/50,000

Corrosion Perforation Months/Miles

60/unlimited

Roadside Assistance Months/Miles

48/50,000

Safety Ratings

Below is the 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII 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

Side Rating

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.

1997 Lincoln Mark VIII Specs & Safety

Overview

Powertrain

Steering and Suspension

Seating and Interior

Comfort and Conveniences

Safety

Dimensions and Capacities

Exterior Features

Warranty

Safety Ratings

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