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1997 Ford Explorer Sport 2WD

1FMCU22X0VUC24923
4.0L V6 SOHC 12V
Engine
RWD
Drive
Gasoline
Fuel
UNITED STATES
Built in
No factory image on file
1997 Ford Explorer

VIN Breakdown

SegmentCodeMeaning
WMI · World Mfr ID 1FM Ford · North America · United States
VDS · Descriptor CU22X Explorer Sport 2WD
VIS · Vehicle ID 0VUC24923 1997 · Serial C24923

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelExplorer
Year1997
TrimSport 2WD
Body StyleSPORT UTILITY 2-DR
Doors2
ManufacturerFord
CountryUNITED STATES

Engine & Performance

Engine4.0L V6 SOHC 12V
Drive TypeRWD
Fuel TypeGasoline
Plant CodeU
Serial NumberC24923

Basic Information

Model Year 1997
Make Ford
Model Explorer
Trim Level Sport 2WD

Engine & Performance

SAE Net Torque @ RPM 225 @ 2800
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 160 @ 4200
Displacement 4.0L/245
Fuel System SPFI
Engine Type 4.0L V6 SOHC 12V

Transmission & Drivetrain

Transmission-short
Transmission-long
Driveline RWD

Dimensions & Weight

Overall Length 178.60
Overall Width 70.20
Overall Height 66.90
Wheelbase 101.70
Cargo Length 29.20
Width at Wheelwell 41.90
Width at Wall 46.90
Standard Seating 4
Standard Towing 2000
Maximum Towing 5000
Standard Payload 750
Maximum Payload 750
Height, Overall (in) 67.8
Length, Overall w/rear bumper (in) 178.6
Curb Weight - Rear (lbs) 1767
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 70.2
Curb Weight - Front (lbs) 1940
Wheelbase (in) 101.7

Features & Options

Power Door Locks Standard
Air Conditioning Standard
Cruise Control Standard
Cassette Player Optional
CD Player Optional
Driver Multi-Adjustable Power Seat Optional
Leather Seat Optional
Alloy Wheels Standard
Power Windows Standard

Fuel & Economy

Tank 17.50
Fuel Economy-city 15 - 18
Fuel Economy-highway 19 - 23
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) 18
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) 23

Safety & Braking

Anti-Brake System 4-Wheel ABS
Front Brake Type Disc
Rear Brake Type Disc
ABS Brakes Standard
Driver Airbag Standard
Passenger Airbag Standard

Suspension & Handling

Steering Type Rack & Pinion
Front Suspension Independent
Rear Suspension Live
Front Spring Type Torsion Bar
Rear Spring Type Leaf
Tilt Steering Standard

Other Specifications

Manufactured in UNITED STATES
Body Style SPORT UTILITY 2-DR
Turning Diameter 34.60
Tires 225/70R15
Front Headroom 39.80
Rear Headroom 39.10
Front Legroom 42.40
Rear Legroom 36.50
Front Shoulder Room 55.70
Rear Shoulder Room 57.90
Front Hip Room 52.40
Rear Hip Room 43.60
Ground Clearance 6.70
Track Front 58.80
Track Rear 58.60
Cargo Volume 32.60
Standard GVWR 4700
Maximum GVWR 4720
MSRP $21,265
Dealer Invoice $19,323
Tachometer Standard
Manual Sunroof Optional
Full Size Spare Tire Standard
Rear Window Defogger Standard
Rear Wheel Size (in) 15 x 7
Ground Clearance, Rear (in) 6.7
Gross Combined Wt Rating (lbs) 6,000
Front Wheel Size (in) 15 x 7
Front Tire Size P225/70R15
Body Code 102" WB
Rear Tire Size P235/75R15
Ground Clearance, Front (in) 6.7

Pattern Information

Pattern1FMCU22X V
WMI 1FM (United States, North America)