Data on the 1996 Ford Contour
Introduction
The 1996 Contour is manufactured in UNITED STATES for Ford. It is Ford's entry into the SEDAN 4-DR market. It has a retail price of $13,925 USD in 1996.
Contour Dimensions
In 1996 the Contour has an overall length of 183.90 inches and a width of 69.10 inches. It sits a total of 54.50 inches off the ground, with a ground clearance of inches. Front headroom is 39.00 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the Contour a turning radius of inches. It uses 185/70R14 tires with a wheelbase of 106.50 inches.
Drivetrain
The Contour comes standard with a 5-Speed Manual Overdrive or 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive transmission and is a front-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately 2813 lbs. The Non-ABS or 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Drum.
Fuel Economy
The engine powering the Contour gets 23 - 24 miles/gallon city and 32 - 34 miles/gallon highway off a 14.50 gallon tank. This is average for its class. Hybrid versions of the Contour are also available.
Pricing
The Contour retails for $13,925 USD with a invoice price of USD for the base model with no options. A standard delivery charge of USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Specs & Equipment
Standard equipment includes Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Tilt Steering. While it varies per trim level optional equipment lists Power Door Locks, ABS Brakes, Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Tachometer.
Exterior color choices include with interior choices of . The Contour seats 5 people with 42.40 inches front leg room.
Standard Warranty
The standard warranty period is months or miles. It also has a month/ mile powertrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer or third-party vendors. It's important to check with your dealer to verify all warranties.
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