1997 FORD ESCORT BASE — window sticker

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1997 FORD ESCORT BASE
Sedan/Saloon · 4-door · Gasoline
VIN 1FALP10P3VW264240
FINAL ASSEMBLY POINT: WAYNE, MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA)

Powertrain & mechanical

  • EngineIn-Line 4-cyl, 2 L
  • Horsepower104 hp
  • GVWRClass 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)

Standard safety equipment

  • Front airbags1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
  • Seat beltsManual

Body & dimensions

  • Body styleSedan/Saloon
  • Doors4
  • Engine builderFord

Safety recalls (2)

  • Air bags:frontal:sensor/control module-inactive
  • Seat belts:front

Check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

EPA Fuel Economy and Environment
26combined
MPG
23 city
31 highway
Annual fuel cost
$2,400
You spend $1,000 more in fuel over 5 years vs the average new vehicle
CO2 341 g/mi

variant selected manually. Cost assumes 15,000 mi/yr at current EPA fuel prices (regular $4.15/gal). Actual results will vary. Source: fueleconomy.gov

GOVERNMENT 5-STAR SAFETY RATINGS
  • Overall vehicle scoreNot Rated
  • Frontal crash — driver★★★☆☆
  • Frontal crash — passenger★★★★☆
  • Side crashNot Rated
  • RolloverNot Rated
Star ratings range from 1 to 5 stars (★★★★★) with 5 being the highest. Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), nhtsa.gov
Vehicle data: NHTSA vPIC · EPA fueleconomy.gov · NHTSA safety ratings & recalls · Jul 7, 2026 · vincheck.me

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