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Used 1996 Ford Aspire

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1997
1996
Fuel Economy
32 combined mpg
Horsepower
63 hp
Engine
4-Cyl, 1.3 Liter
Cargo Volume
14.9 - 17 cu ft
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1996 Ford Aspire Overview

1996 Ford Aspire Pricing

1996 Ford Aspire pricing starts at $1,911 for the Aspire Hatchback 2D, which had a starting MSRP of $10,225 when new. The range-topping 1996 Aspire Hatchback 4D starts at $2,094 today, originally priced from $11,090.

Original MSRP
KBB Fair Purchase Price (nat'l average)
Hatchback 2D
$10,225
$1,911
$11,090
$2,094

The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 1996 Ford Aspire models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.

Aspire Consumer Sentiment

Owners give this generation Ford Aspire (1994-1997) a 4.2 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 95% recommend it. These figures are based on 77 consumer reviews, like these:

What Owners are Saying About the 1996 Ford Aspire

"tough little car"

"My Aspire is the toughest car Ive ever had. I bought it 5 years ago for $225. It had 113,000 miles on it. It now has 239,000 miles on it and it still runs fine. Ive had to do some work on it such as new axles, fuel pump, struts, rotors and the regular maintanance stuff like brakes, plugs, wires etc. Its well on its way to 300,000 miles. One negative thing about it is that Ive always had a small electrical problem with the headlights. They'll go dim on me every so often. Other than that Ive definitly got my moneys worth out of this car and plan on keeping it till it dies."

"I love my Lil' pinky car!"

"My stick shift aspire makes people jealous when I tell them I fill my tank up from empty and it costs $25-27. I get about 38-40 MPG between putzing around town and on the thruway. Imagine how cheap my gas cost would be if gas was back around $1.50 a gallon! She's a cheap keep. I learned how to drive manual on this car and it has been very forgiving to someone like me who has struggled with stick shifts in the past. My car's no beauty queen by any stretch (can't lose her in a parking lot with her being colored magenta). I was pleasantly surprised that I can fit quite a bit in the back seat. (I'm a massage therapist and I was concerned about being able to fit my portable massage table in the back seat.) Leg room is sadly lacking in the back seat but rarely does anyone sit back there anyway. She's pretty bare bones when it comes to features, crank windows, no power mirrors (which stinks), no cruise control. (yes it is possible to get a stick shift car with cruise my parents have one) It may be a small car but my fiance is 6'2" and not only does he fit comfortably but he loves to drive it. My car has it's quirks but nothing I can't handle. Even at 171,000 miles I would NOT give up that car even if you gave me a brand new SUV!"

"FIrst vehicle Ive ever owned and it was good to me"

"This car was the first car I drove and very fun because it was so small. It was easy to park anywhere I went and its a five seater so there was space in case I needed to drive anyone else. Realistically, however, this car is probably made at most for two people, it becomes inconvenient to drive when you have kids. THe good: its very cheap to maintain and very good on gas, 30 + MPG. Its awesome!"

Overall 1996 Ford Aspire Quality

User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 1996 Ford Aspire is above average for its class. Owners rated the 1996 Ford Aspire quality a 4.3 out of 5.

1996 Ford Aspire Reliability

The 1996 Ford Aspire receives an average consumer rating of 4.2 overall and a 4.7 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.

Favorite 1996 Aspire Features

According to drivers of the 1996 Aspire, here are some of its best features:

  • 40 mpg, fun ride,reliable ie the 230000miles
  • Affordable, fun to drive, easy to maintain
  • Lots of room, seats lay down for more stuff.
  • Easy on gas
  • Great Gas Mileage-easy to park

1996 Ford Aspire MPG by Trim

1996 Aspire Hatchback 2D - city 29 MPG - hwy 38 MPG

1996 Aspire Hatchback 4D - city 29 MPG - hwy 38 MPG

1996 Aspire Safety

1996 Ford Aspire Safety Features

  • Child Door Locks: Not available
  • Child Seat Anchors: Not available
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
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1996 Ford Aspire
KBB.com Consumer Reviews

4.2
Consumer Rating
Based on 77 Consumer Reviews
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Value
4.6
Performance
4.2
Quality
4.3
Comfort
4.1
Reliability
4.7
Styling
3.8

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1996 Ford Aspire Styles

Lowest-Priced

Hatchback 2D

32 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
4
Seating
63 @ 5000 RPM
Horsepower
4-cyl, 1.3 Liter
Engine

Hatchback 4D

32 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
4
Seating
63 @ 5000 RPM
Horsepower
4-cyl, 1.3 Liter
Engine
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1996 Ford Aspire Depreciation

A 1996 Ford Aspire has depreciated $103 in the last 3 years and has a current resale value of $1,411 and trade-in value of $447.

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1996 Ford Aspire Annual Depreciation

Year
Vehicle Depreciation*
Resale Value
Trade-In Value
2021
+ $29
$1,514
$619
2022
$72
$1,442
$518
2023
$35
$1,407
$470
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+ $4
$1,411
$447
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*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.

1996 Ford Aspire Depreciation

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Specifications

Dimensions, Weights & Capacities

Curb Weight
2004 lbs.
EPA Passenger
79.9 cu.ft.
Fuel Capacity
10.0 gallons
Front Head Room
37.8 inches
Front Leg Room
41.6 inches
Max Seating Capacity
4
Overall Length
152.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room
50.3 inches
Trunk or Cargo Capacity
14.9 cu.ft.
Turning Diameter
29.5 feet
Wheel Base
90.7 inches
Width with mirrors
65.7 inches

Exterior

Alloy Wheels
Available
Moon Roof/Sun Roof
Available
Number of Doors
2 doors

Fuel Economy

City
29 mpg
Highway
38 mpg
Combined
32 mpg

Mechanical

Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission Type
Manual
5 speed
Available

Performance

Horsepower
63 @ 5000 RPM
Torque
74 @ 3000 rpm
Engine
4-Cyl, 1.3 Liter

Warranty

Basic
3 years / 36000 miles
Powertrain
3 years / 36000 miles
Corrosion
5 years / Unlimited miles

Entertainment

  • CD Player

Interior

  • Power Windows
  • Tilt Steering Wheel

Seating

  • Leather Seats

Technology

  • Cruise Control

1996 Ford Aspire Safety

1996 Ford Aspire Safety Technology

  • Child Door Locks: Not available
  • Child Seat Anchors: Not available
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag

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Price
$1,911
$1,715
$2,043
$1,485
Consumer Rating
4.2
4.3
4.6
3.8
Fuel Economy
City 29/Hwy 38/Comb 32 MPG
City 37/Hwy 44/Comb 40 MPG
City 28/Hwy 35/Comb 31 MPG
City 19/Hwy 28/Comb 22 MPG
Fuel Type
Gas
Gas
Gas
Gas
Seating Capacity4455
Basic Warranty
3 years or 36000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
5 years or 60000 miles
Horsepower
63 @ 5000 RPM
55 @ 5700 RPM
106 @ 6200 RPM
125 @ 6000 RPM
Engine
4-Cyl, 1.3 Liter
3-Cyl, 1.0 Liter
4-Cyl, 1.6 Liter
4-Cyl, 1.8 Liter
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
FWD
FWD
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1996 Ford Aspire Rankings

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Is 1996 a good year for a Ford Aspire?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.2 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 1996 Aspire is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

Is the Ford Aspire 1996 a good Hatchback?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.2 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 1996 Aspire is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

What is the MPG for a 1996 Ford Aspire?

The 1996 Ford Aspire gets 29 mpg in the city and 38 mpg on the highway.

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