1998 Ford Contour Specs, Features & Options
Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 1998 Ford Contour lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.
1 of 5  Contour Sedan 4D | 2 of 5 Contour GL Sedan 4D | 3 of 5 Contour LX Sedan 4D | 4 of 5  Contour SE Sedan 4D | 5 of 5  Contour SVT Sedan 4D | |||
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| Fair Market Price | $2,091 | $2,241 | $2,266 | $2,266 | $2,291 | ||
| Fuel Economy | City 21/Hwy 30/Comb 24 MPG | City 21/Hwy 30/Comb 24 MPG | City 21/Hwy 30/Comb 24 MPG | City 21/Hwy 30/Comb 24 MPG | City 17/Hwy 26/Comb 20 MPG | ||
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | ||
| Horsepower | 125 @ 5500 RPM | 125 @ 5500 RPM | 125 @ 5500 RPM | 125 @ 5500 RPM | 195 @ 6625 RPM | ||
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | V6, 2.5 Liter | ||
| Cargo Volume | 13.90 cu ft | 13.90 cu ft | 13.90 cu ft | 13.90 cu ft | 13.90 cu ft | ||
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 6 | ||
| Torque | 130 lb-ft | 130 lb-ft | 130 lb-ft | 130 lb-ft | 165 lb-ft | ||
| Turning Circle | 35.8 feet | 35.8 feet | 36.5 feet | 37.3 feet | 35.8 feet | ||
| Curb Weight | 2,772 pounds | 2,772 pounds | 2,772 pounds | 2,772 pounds | 3,068 pounds |
| Child Seat Anchors | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | ||
| Child Door Locks | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cruise Control | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard | Standard | ||
| Navigation System | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cruise Control | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard | Standard |
| Torque | 130 @ 5500 RPM | 130 @ 5500 RPM | 130 @ 5500 RPM | 130 @ 5500 RPM | 165 @ 6625 RPM |
| Leather Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | ||
| Dual Power Front Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Power Driver's Seat | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard |
| Power Windows | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | ||
| Tilt Steering Wheel | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Alloy Wheels | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | ||
| Rear Spoiler | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | ||
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Manual |
| Curb Weight | 2772 pounds | 2772 pounds | 2772 pounds | 2772 pounds | 3068 pounds | ||
| EPA Total Interior | 104.1 cubic feet | 104.1 cubic feet | 104.1 cubic feet | 104.1 cubic feet | 104.1 cubic feet | ||
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gallons | 14.5 gallons | 14.5 gallons | 14.5 gallons | 14.5 gallons | ||
| Front Head Room | 39 inches | 39 inches | 39 inches | 39 inches | 39 inches | ||
| Front Leg Room | 42.4 inches | 42.4 inches | 42.4 inches | 42.4 inches | 42.4 inches | ||
| Overall Length | 184.6 inches | 184.6 inches | 184.6 inches | 184.6 inches | 183.9 inches | ||
| Front Shoulder Room | 53.9 inches | 53.9 inches | 53.9 inches | 53.9 inches | 53.9 inches | ||
| Turning Diameter | 35.8 feet | 35.8 feet | 36.5 feet | 37.3 feet | 35.8 feet | ||
| Wheel Base | 106.5 inches | 106.5 inches | 106.5 inches | 106.5 inches | 106.5 inches | ||
| Width with mirrors | 69.1 inches | 69.1 inches | 69.1 inches | 69.1 inches | 69.1 inches |
FAQs
Is the 1998 Ford Contour a powerful car?
It depends on your definition of powerful. The 1998 Contour ranges in power from the Sedan 4D with 125 horsepower to the SVT Sedan 4D with 195 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 1998 Contour specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 1998 Ford Contour specs page.
How fast is the 1998 Ford Contour?
The 1998 Contour ranges in power from the Sedan 4D with 125 horsepower to the SVT Sedan 4D with 195 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 1998 Contour specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 1998 Ford Contour specs page.
What are the levels of Ford Contours?
The 1998 Ford Contour comes in 5 different trims, ranging from the Sedan 4D with a base MSRP of $2,091.00 to the SVT Sedan 4D with a base MSRP of $2,291.00. For an in-depth side-by-side breakdown of all the 1998 Contour specs, features and options by trim level, check out Kelley Blue Book's 1998 Ford Contour specs page.
What features does the Ford Contour 1998 have?
1998 Ford Contour features include AM/FM Radio, Child Door Locks, and Driver Airbag. For a full list of All 1998 Contour trims and their respective features and specs compared side-by-side, check out Kelley Blue Book's 1998 Ford Contour specs page.