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1997 Ford Explorer (base trim)

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1997 Ford Explorer
Resale Value:$2,771  |  Get Internet Pricing from a Local Dealer!
Engines: 4.0L V6; 5.0L V8
Transmissions: 4 Speed Automatic; 5 Speed Manual
Drivetrains: Four Wheel Drive; Rear Wheel Drive; All Wheel Drive
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1997 Ford Explorer Resale Values

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MileageTrade-In-ValueRetail Value
CleanAverageRoughExcellentCleanAverageRough
1 - 50,000$2,288$1,760$448N/A$3,979$3,064$1,609
50,001 - 60,000$2,188$1,660$448N/A$3,879$2,964$1,609
60,001 - 70,000$2,088$1,560$448N/A$3,779$2,864$1,609
70,001 - 85,000$1,988$1,460$448N/A$3,679$2,764$1,609
85,001 - 100,000$1,888$1,360$448N/A$3,579$2,664$1,609
100,001 - 115,000$1,788$1,260$448N/A$3,479$2,564$1,609
115,001 - 130,000$1,388$1,160$448N/A$3,079$2,464$1,609
130,001 - 150,000$963$760$448N/A$2,654$2,064$1,609
150,001 - 170,000$388$335$448N/A$2,079$1,639$1,609
170,001 - 190,000N/AN/A$23N/A$1,454$1,064$1,184
190,001 - 999,999N/AN/AN/AN/A$829$389$609

1997 Ford Explorer Specs (base trim)

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3,996 cc 4 liters 6 V front longitudinal engine with 100.3 mm bore, 84.3 mm stroke, 9 compression ratio, cast iron block, cast iron head, overhead valve and two valves per cylinder
Unleaded fuel
Fuel economy EPA highway (l/100km): 11.8
Multi-point injection fuel system
79 liter fuel tank
Power: 119 kW , 160 HP @ 4,200 rpm; 225 ft lb @ 2,800 rpm

1997 Ford Explorer Crash Test Data

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Frontal Impact Side Impact
Driver's Side Front Occupant Not Tested
Passenger's Side Rear Occupant Not Tested
 
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