1997 Ford Escort Review

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Value Range $11,015 - $11,795

Seats 5

Miles per Gallon 26 - 28 City / 34 - 37 HWY

Crash Testing 1

# Trims 2 Trims

1997 Ford Escort is a Sedan 4-dr style car measuring 174.70 in length and 53.30 in height. Made in United States, 1997 Ford Escort has 2 trims priced by the manufacturer at 11,405 with just total of 2 recalls in the past 1997 Ford Escort. It’s seating 5 people with doors and a rank size of 12.70 gallon. The engine is 2.0L L4 SOHC 8V and uses 26 - 28 of gasoline in the city and 26 - 28 on highways.

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Ford Escort 1997 Trims

1997 Ford Escort Base

Engine: 2.0L L4 SOHC 8V

Transmission: 4A | 5M

Drivetrain: FWD

Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR

Seating: 5

MPG: 26 - 28 City / 34 - 37 HWY

1997 Ford Escort LX 4-Door

Engine: 2.0L L4 SOHC 8V

Transmission: 4A | 5M

Drivetrain: FWD

Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR

Seating: 5

MPG: 26 - 28 City / 34 - 37 HWY

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Safety and Reliability

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* National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

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Safety & Recalls

Recall 02V323000 started on /Date(1039410000000-0500)/.

Summary: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE INTEGRATED AIR BAG MONITOR (IABM) CAN BE CONTAMINATED WITH WATER OR OTHER LIQUIDS AND COULD EXPERIENCE INTERNAL ELECTRICAL SHORTING.

Consequence: THIS MAY, IN TURN, CAUSE THE AIR BAG READINESS LIGHT TO ILLUMINATE AND IN VERY RARE OCCURRENCES, AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT, MELTED WIRING, OR FIRE MAY OCCUR.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL THE SHIELD OVER THE IABM AND APPLY NYOGEL GREASE TO THE CONNECTOR. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN FEBRUARY 11, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332.

Recall 04E048000 started on /Date(1089604800000-0400)/.

Summary: CERTAIN TRW DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELTS MANUFACTURED ON DECEMBER 6 AND 9, 2002, FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR 1997 FORD ESCORT 4-DOOR AND STATION WAGON PLATFORM VEHICLES, FORD'S P/N F7CZ54611B09AAC. THE SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES EXHIBIT A NO-LOCK CONDITION WHICH DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 209, SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES.

Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE RESTRAINT SYSTEM MAY NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT, WHICH MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.

Remedy: TRW WILL NOTIFY THE CUSTOMERS WHO PURCHASED THE REPLACEMENT SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 27, 2004.

FAQ

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If you consider used 1997 Ford Escort look at maintenance fees and average fuel economy compared to similar models. 1997 Ford Escort’s uses 1 gallon of fuel for 26 - 28 miles, which is higher then 1996 Ford Escort.

The 1997 Ford Escort is FWD and isn't the best choice for driving in snow, as it doesn't have enough ground clearance.

Before going to the dealership, get an appraisal for your 1997 Ford Escort so you know how much it’s worth. Usually, the value of used 1997 Ford Escort is lower than $5,508.