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Ford Mondeo 1997
The 1997 Ford Mondeo carries a braked towing capacity of up to 1000 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.
The Ford Mondeo is also known as the Ford Contour (North America), the Ford Taurus (North America) and the Ford Fusion (Americas) in markets outside Australia.
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Ford Mondeo 1997 Q&As
Check out real-world situations relating to the Ford Mondeo 1997 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
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Ford Mondeo 1997: Overheating caused by idling?
Idling for 30 minutes is a very tough test for any car’s cooling system and I wouldn’t recommend doing it. I can’t imagine what would cause you to idle for that length of time, and I would suggest you turn the engine off in those situations instead of leaving it idling. Driving along the highway is much less stressful, there is air being forced through the radiator to cool the engine and the fan often doesn’t do a lot in those situations. But you should check the operation of the thermo fan and make sure it is actually working. It should come on when the temperature rises and go off again when it drops. If it’s not, then check the relay. Also check the radiator core to make sure it’s not blocked or partly blocked with leaves etc.
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Ford Mondeo 1997: Is it a good purchase?
Ford didn't promote the Mondeo well here, but it sold well in Europe. The Mondeo handled well, had quite good performance and few problems in service. The car you describe sounds good and $6000 is reasonable.
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Ford Mondeo 1997 Wheel size
Wheel size for the 1997 Ford Mondeo will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted. Standard wheel sizes on the Ford Mondeo spans from 14x5.5 inches.
| Ford Mondeo Model | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLX | Hatchback | — | 14x5.5 inches | — | 14x5.5 inches | |
| LX | Sedan | — | 14x5.5 inches | — | 14x5.5 inches | |
| GLX | Sedan | — | 14x5.5 inches | — | 14x5.5 inches | |
| LX | Wagon | — | 14x5.5 inches | — | 14x5.5 inches | |
Ford Mondeo 1997 Price and Specs
Pricing guides
| Ford Mondeo Model | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLX | Hatchback | 2.0L ULP 4 SP AUTO | $2,860 | $4,510 | |
| GLX | Hatchback | 2.0L ULP 5 SP MAN | $2,750 | $4,290 | |
| GLX | Sedan | 2.0L ULP 4 SP AUTO | $2,750 | $4,290 | |
| GLX | Sedan | 2.0L ULP 5 SP MAN | $2,640 | $4,070 | |
| LX | Sedan | 2.0L ULP 4 SP AUTO | $2,420 | $3,850 | |
| LX | Sedan | 2.0L ULP 5 SP MAN | $2,640 | $4,070 | |
| LX | Wagon | 2.0L ULP 4 SP AUTO | $2,640 | $4,180 | |
| LX | Wagon | 2.0L ULP 5 SP MAN | $2,530 | $3,960 | |
Ford Mondeo 1997 Towing capacity
The Ford Mondeo has maximum towing capacity of 1000kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.
| Ford Mondeo Model | Body Type | Specs | Braked Capacity | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLX | Hatchback | 2.0L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 1000kg | |
| GLX | Hatchback | 2.0L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 1000kg | |
| LX | Sedan | 2.0L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 1000kg | |
| LX | Sedan | 2.0L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 1000kg | |
| GLX | Sedan | 2.0L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 1000kg | |
| GLX | Sedan | 2.0L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 1000kg | |
| LX | Wagon | 2.0L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 1000kg | |
| LX | Wagon | 2.0L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 1000kg | |
Ford Mondeo 1997 Dimensions
Dimensions for the 1997 Ford Mondeo are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1751mm x 1463mm and can vary on the basis of model.
| Ford Mondeo Model | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLX | Hatchback | 1424x1750x4556 mm | 165 mm | |
| LX | Sedan | 1424x1750x4556 mm | 165 mm | |
| GLX | Sedan | 1424x1750x4556 mm | 165 mm | |
| LX | Wagon | 1463x1751x4671 mm | 165 mm | |
Ford Mondeo 1997 Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption for the 1997 Ford Mondeo is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Ford Mondeo currently offers fuel consumption from 7.2 to 8.1L/100km. The Ford Mondeo is available with the following fuel type: ULP.
| Ford Mondeo Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLX | Hatchback | 2.0L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 7.2L/100km | |
| GLX | Hatchback | 2.0L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 7.7L/100km | |
| GLX | Sedan | 2.0L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 7.7L/100km | |
| LX | Wagon | 2.0L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 7.9L/100km | |