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Ford Contour Specs, Engines & Dimensions (1997–2000) — First Generation Restyling

When choosing a restyled Ford Contour sedan, look beyond the engine badge. A test drive helps you judge whether its response suits your daily journeys and whether the engine and gearbox work smoothly together.

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Ford Contour Engines and Transmissions

Ford Contour powertrain examples include the gasoline 2.0 MT, 2.0 AT and 2.5 AT, all with front-wheel drive. The manual lets you decide when to change gear, while the automatics reduce effort in traffic. The 2.5 AT combines a larger engine with the convenience of an automatic transmission.

Sedan — Ford Contour Engines and Transmissions

Sedan Ford Contour Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
2.0 MTGasoline1988 cm³131 hp96 kW178 N⋅mManualFWD
2.0 ATGasoline1988 cm³131 hp96 kW178 N⋅mAutomaticFWD
2.5 MTGasoline2544 cm³173 hp127 kW224 N⋅mManualFWD
2.5 ATGasoline2544 cm³173 hp127 kW220 N⋅mAutomaticFWD
2.5 MTGasoline2544 cm³195 hp145 kW265 N⋅mManualFWD
2.5 MTGasoline2544 cm³200 hp149 kW265 N⋅mManualFWD

Ford Contour Dimensions

Sedan — Ford Contour Dimensions

Sedan Ford Contour Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weightMax weightGround clearance, minimum
2.0 MT4671 mm1755 mm1384 mm2704 mm1275 kg1500 kg120 mm
2.0 AT4671 mm1755 mm1384 mm2704 mm1275 kg1500 kg120 mm
2.5 MT4671 mm1755 mm1384 mm2704 mm1375 kg1600 kg120 mm
2.5 AT4671 mm1755 mm1384 mm2704 mm1375 kg1600 kg120 mm
2.5 MT4671 mm1755 mm1384 mm2704 mm1400 kgNot provided160 mm
2.5 MT4671 mm1755 mm1384 mm2704 mm1400 kgNot provided160 mm

Ford Contour Cargo Space

Sedan — Ford Contour Cargo Space

Sedan Ford Contour Cargo Space
ModificationTrunk volume min
2.0 MT395 l
2.0 AT395 l
2.5 MT395 l
2.5 AT395 l
2.5 MT395 l
2.5 MT395 l