Used 1997 Ford Explorer Sport Utility 2D
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1997 Ford Explorer Sport Utility 2D Depreciation
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1997 Ford Explorer Sport Utility 2D Annual Depreciation
Year | Vehicle Depreciation* | Resale Value | Trade-In Value | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2021 | - | $1,646 | $788 | ||
2022 | $252 | $1,394 | $599 | ||
2023 | $3 | $1,391 | $578 | ||
2024 | $41 | $1,350 | $522 |
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*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.
1997 Ford Explorer Sport Utility 2D Depreciation
Annual Depreciation is an estimation of what your vehicle's value might be over time based on an average of similar vehicles. Estimations are calculated by comparing Kelley Blue Book Private Party Values of vehicles similar to yours over time, as well as forecasts from Manheim Auction data comparing current and projected auction values against current Kelley Blue Book Private Party and Trade-In Values. This is not a guarantee of actual depreciation. Local weather conditions, market factors and driver performance will also impact your vehicle's actual depreciation.
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Specifications
Dimensions, Weights & Capacities
Curb Weight | 3707 lbs. | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Fuel Capacity | 17.5 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 39.8 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 42.4 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 4 | ||
Minimum Ground Clearance | 6.7 inches | ||
Overall Length | 178.6 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 55.7 inches | ||
Towing Capacity, Maximum | 3500 lbs. | ||
Turning Diameter | 34.6 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 101.7 inches | ||
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 5060 lbs. | ||
Payload Capacity | 750 lbs. | ||
Width with mirrors | 70.2 inches |
Exterior
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
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Moon Roof/Sun Roof | Available | ||
Number of Doors | 2 doors | ||
Privacy Glass | Available | ||
Roof Rails | Available |
Fuel Economy
City | 14 mpg | ||
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Highway | 18 mpg | ||
Combined | 16 mpg |
Mechanical
Drivetrain | 4WD | ||
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Transmission Type | Automatic |
Performance
Horsepower | 205 @ 5000 RPM | ||
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Torque | 250 @ 3000 rpm | ||
Engine | V6, SOHC, 4.0 Liter |
Warranty
Basic | 3 years / 36000 miles | ||
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Powertrain | 3 years / 36000 miles |
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Compare to Similar Vehicles
 Used 1997 Ford Explorer Sport Utility 2D |  New 2025 Honda Pilot |  New 2024 Buick Enclave |  New 2026 Kia Sorento Hybrid | ||
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| Price | N/A | $41,650 | $45,295 | $40,105 | |
| KBB.com Rating | N/A | 4.7 | 3.8 | 4.7 | |
| Consumer Rating | 4.3 | 4.0 | 4.4 | 4.0 | |
| Fuel Economy | City 14/Hwy 18/Comb 16 MPG | City 19/Hwy 27/Comb 22 MPG | City 18/Hwy 26/Comb 21 MPG | City 36/Hwy 36/Comb 36 MPG | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Hybrid | |
5 Year Cost To Own 5-Year Cost to Own includes out of pocket expenses like fuel and insurance, plus the car’s loss in value over time (depreciation). | N/A | $59,403 | $70,383 | $57,886 | |
| Safety Rating | N/A | 5.0 | 4.0 | N/A | |
| Seating Capacity | 4 | 8 | 7 | 6 | |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 5 years or 60000 miles | |
| Horsepower | 205 @ 5000 RPM | 285 @ 6100 RPM | 310 @ 6800 RPM | 227 @ 5500 RPM | |
| Engine | V6, SOHC, 4.0 Liter | V6, 3.5 Liter | V6, 3.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, Turbo, 1.6 Liter | |
| Drivetrain | 4WD | 2WD | FWD | FWD |