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FordContour SVT1998 Ford Contour SVTSpecs & Safety
Ford
Contour SVT
1998
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1998 Ford Contour SVT Specs & Safety

The table below shows all 1998 Ford Contour SVT specs by style, including MPG (fuel economy), transmission details, and interior and exterior dimensions. Additionally, find 1998 Ford Contour SVT warranty and reliability information, such as limits on bumper-to-bumper coverage and major components.
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Overview

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Style:
Base 4dr Sedan - MSRP $22,460
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MSRP *
$22,460
Invoice *
$20,375
Engine
2.5L V-6 195 HP 165.0 ft.lbs. @ 5,625 rpm
Transmission
5-spd man w/OD
Fuel Economy City
20.0 mpg
Fuel Economy Hwy
29.0 mpg
Bumper to Bumper Months/Miles
36/36,000

Powertrain

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Style:
Base 4dr Sedan - MSRP $22,460
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Engine
2.5L V-6 195 HP 165.0 ft.lbs. @ 5,625 rpm
Transmission
5-spd man w/OD
Alternator
130 amp
Battery
55 amp
Axle Ratio
4.06
Recommended Fuel Type
premium unleaded
Fuel Tank
14.5 gal.
Exhaust
stainless steel with chrome tailpipe finish
Drive Type
front-wheel

Steering and Suspension

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Style:
Base 4dr Sedan - MSRP $22,460
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Ride
sport
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
4-wheel disc
Vented Disc Brakes
front and rear
Wheels
16.0 " silver aluminum
Front Tires
P205/55ZR16.0BSW AS
Spare Tire and Wheel
compact steel

Seating and Interior

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Style:
Base 4dr Sedan - MSRP $22,460
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Seating Capacity
5
Front Seat Type
sport
Front Headrests
adjustable
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls
(6-way power)
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls
4-way
Rear Seats
60-40 bench
Rear Headrests
fixed
Rear Armrests
center
Seat Trim
leather
Door Trim
vinyl
Headliner
full cloth
Floor Trim
carpet
Floor Mats
carpeted front & rear
Gear Shift Knob Trim
leather

Comfort and Conveniences

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Style:
Base 4dr Sedan - MSRP $22,460
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Sunroof
power
Vanity Mirrors
dual illuminated
Rearview Mirror
day-night
Glove Box
glove box
Dome Light
fade
Reading Lights
front
Floor Console
full
Cup Holder
front
Door Bins
dual
Cargo Floor Trim
carpeted
Cargo Light
cargo light
Front Air Conditioning
manual
Air Filter
air filter
Rear Heat Ducts
underseat ducts
Radio
AM/FM stereo, seek-scan
CD
single
Speakers
4 performance
Amplifier
amplifier
Antenna
power retractable
Cruise Control
with steering wheel controls
Door Locks
power
Remote Keyless Entry
keyfob (all doors)
Trunk/Hatch/Door Release
mechanical
Rear Child Safety Door Locks
rear child safety door locks
Power Outlets
1
Driver Foot Rest
driver foot rest
Instrument Display
analog
Tachometer
tachometer
Water Temp Gauge
engine temperature gauge
Clock
in-dash
Trip Odometer
trip odometer
Steering Wheel
tilt
Steering Wheel Material
leather
Front Windows
power
Rear Windows
power
1-Touch Open
driver
Tinted Windows
light
Front Windshield Wipers
variable intermittent
Rear Defroster
rear defroster
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

Dimensions and Capacities

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Style:
Base 4dr Sedan - MSRP $22,460
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Door Count
4 doors
Maximum Cargo Volume
13.9 cu.ft.
Exterior Length
183.9 "
Exterior Width
69.1 "
Exterior Height
54.5 "
Wheelbase
107 "
Front Tread
59 "
Rear Tread
59 "
Turning Radius
18.7 '
Curb Weight
3,110 lbs.
Max Trailer Weight
1,000 lbs.
Drag Coefficient
.32
Front Legroom
42.4 "
Rear Legroom
34.3 "
Front Headroom
39.0 "
Rear Headroom
36.7 "
Front Hiproom
50.7 "
Rear Hiproom
45.5 "
Front Shoulder Room
53.9 "
Rear Shoulder Room
53.3 "
Passenger Volume
90 cu.ft.
Interior Cargo Volume
13.9 cu.ft.

Exterior Features

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Style:
Base 4dr Sedan - MSRP $22,460
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Bumpers
body-colored
Bodyside Moldings
body-colored
Rocker Panel Extensions
rocker panel extensions
Grille Moldings
chrome
Paint
monotone
Exterior Mirrors
dual power remote

Warranty

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Style:
Base 4dr Sedan - MSRP $22,460
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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 1998 Ford Contour SVT 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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Ford Contour SVT By Year

Used
1998
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