1997 Ford Taurus Specifications

1997 Ford Taurus

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1997 Ford Taurus

Kelley Blue Book Retail $2,525–$4,550  

Specifications

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Specifications shown for: GL 4dr Sedan

Engines

145-hp, 3.0-liter V-6 (regular gas)  
145-hp, 3.0-liter V-6 (flexible; E85)  

Transmissions

4-speed automatic w/OD  

Powertrain

3.0 Engine liters  
V-6 Cylinder configuration  
12 # of valves  
Standard Sequential multi-point fuel injection  
regular unleaded Recommended fuel  
Optional Recommended fuel: flexible  
Standard Battery run down protection  
Standard Stainless steel exhaust  
4 speed Automatic transmission  
Standard Overdrive  
Standard Transmission electronic control  
Standard Transmission lock-up torque converter  
Standard Transmission oil cooler  
3.77 Axle ratio  
20 mpg Fuel economy city  
28 mpg Fuel economy highway  
16 gal. Fuel tank capacity
145-hp @ 5,250RPM Engine horsepower  
170 lb.-ft. @ 3,250RPM Engine torque  
3.50" x 3.15" Engine bore x stroke  

Standard Specs and Dimensions

182 cu.in. Engine displacement  
1 Cruising RPM
.30 Drag coefficient  
3,326 lbs. Curb weight  
1,250 lbs. Max trailer weight  
197.5" Exterior length  
73.0" Exterior body width  
55.1" Exterior height  
108.5" Wheelbase  
61.6" Front tread  
61.4" Rear tread  
19.0' Turning radius  
42.6" Front legroom  
38.9" Rear legroom  
39.2" Front headroom  
36.2" Rear headroom  
55.8" Front hiproom  
56.3" Rear hiproom  
57.4" Front shoulder room  
56.6" Rear shoulder room  
101.5 cu.ft. Passenger volume  
15.8 cu.ft. Interior cargo volume  

Suspension/Handling

Standard Four wheel independent suspension  
Standard Front anti-roll bar  
Standard Rear anti-roll bar  
Standard Power steering  
Standard Speed-sensing steering  
Standard Rack and pinion steering  
Optional Alloy wheels  
205/65TR15.0 Front tires  
205/65TR15.0 Rear tires  

Body Exterior

4 Number of doors
Standard Power door mirrors  
Standard Body-color or chrome door mirrors  
Standard Body-color or chrome door handles  
Standard Body-colored bumpers  
Standard Front mud flaps  
Standard Rear mud flaps  
Standard Bodyside moldings  
Standard Rocker panel extensions  

Convenience Feature

Standard Air conditioning  
Standard Underseat ducts  
Optional Power sunroof  
Optional Glass sunroof  
Optional Sliding and tilting sunroof  
Optional Sunroof sunshade  
Optional Cruise control  
Standard Power windows  
Standard 1-touch down  
Optional Remote keyless entry  
Optional Remote trunk/hatch/door controls  
Standard Retained accessory power  
Standard Tilt steering wheel  
Standard Day-night rearview mirror  
Standard Driver vanity mirror  
Standard Passenger vanity mirror  
Optional Cell phone  
Standard Front cupholder  
Standard Full floor console  
Standard Covered floor storage  
Optional Overhead console  
Standard Seatback storage pockets  
Standard Locking glove box  
Standard Illuminated glove box  
Standard Driver's footrest  
1 12V DC power outlet  

Seats and Trim

Standard Max. seating capacity of 6  
Standard Front bench seat  
4 Number of driver seat adjustments  
Standard Reclining driver seat  
Standard Driver fore/aft adjustment  
4 Number of passenger seat adjustments  
Standard Reclining passenger seat  
Standard Passenger fore/aft adjustment  
w/storage Front center armrest  
Standard Rear bench seat  
Standard Split folding rear seat  
Optional Leather upholstery  
Standard Carpet on lower door panel  
Standard Full headliner  
Standard Full carpet floor covering  
Optional Floor mats  
Standard Carpeted cargo space  
Standard Cargo tie downs  

Entertainment Features

Standard Radio  
Standard Seek-scan  
Optional Cassette  
Optional CD player  
Optional Multi-disc CD changer  
4 Speakers

Lighting, Visibility and Instrumentation

Standard Aero-composite headlamps  
Standard Center high mounted stop light  
Standard Variably intermittent wipers  
Standard Rear window defroster  
Standard Tinted windows  
Optional Front reading lights  
Standard Tachometer  
Standard Trip odometer  
Standard PRND display in dash  
Standard Water temp gauge  
Standard Oil pressure warning  
Standard Battery warning  
Standard Lights on warning  
Standard Key warning  
Standard Door ajar warning  
Standard Brake fluid warning  

Safety and Security

Optional ABS brakes  
Standard Front disc/rear drum brakes  
Optional 4-wheel disc brakes  
Optional Full size spare tire  
Standard Dual front impact airbags  
Standard Height adjustable front seatbelts  
Standard 3 point rear center seatbelt  
Optional Power door locks  
Optional Remote keyless entry  
Standard Rear child safety locks  
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