1996 Ford Contour Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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User reviews for 1996 Ford Contour
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by Andrew A
Aug 20, 2012
poor acceleration of the line, but rides decent at 70 mph. decent handling even when you power into the corners. the 2.0L engine could use a few more horsepower, and maybe more torque. decent interior space for a small carAug 20, 2012
by Steve M
Feb 20, 2010
Bought this vehicle when I lived in Kansas City so my wie could have a better car to drive. It was fuel efficient, was comfortable, but became crampt for longer trips. What I did like about this vehicle is that we walked away from a 80 mph hit from a drunk driver. The unitized build literally save our lives. This would be a good starter car for a new driver.Feb 20, 2010
by Matt C
Feb 19, 2010
The car was as slow as death in a straight line, but it
handled better than you could possibly hope for in a
sedan. Communicative, light, and nimble; the Contour is
very well-known by enthusiasts as one of the best
handling sedans ever made. The build quality was very
impressive, and the car was extremely reliable. The Zetec
motor was strong and smooth, but the 4-speed ATX killed
whatever guts it had. While the trans shifted smoothly and
competently, the 5-speed manual is a MUST for fun-loving
drivers. The car was 14 years old when it finally was
donated, and didn't have a spot of rust. Feb 19, 2010
User rating:
by Andrew A
Aug 20, 2012
poor acceleration of the line, but rides decent at 70 mph. decent handling even when you power into the corners. the 2.0L engine could use a few more horsepower, and maybe more torque. decent interior space for a small carAug 20, 2012
by Steve M
Feb 20, 2010
Bought this vehicle when I lived in Kansas City so my wie could have a better car to drive. It was fuel efficient, was comfortable, but became crampt for longer trips. What I did like about this vehicle is that we walked away from a 80 mph hit from a drunk driver. The unitized build literally save our lives. This would be a good starter car for a new driver.Feb 20, 2010
by Matt C
Feb 19, 2010
The car was as slow as death in a straight line, but it
handled better than you could possibly hope for in a
sedan. Communicative, light, and nimble; the Contour is
very well-known by enthusiasts as one of the best
handling sedans ever made. The build quality was very
impressive, and the car was extremely reliable. The Zetec
motor was strong and smooth, but the 4-speed ATX killed
whatever guts it had. While the trans shifted smoothly and
competently, the 5-speed manual is a MUST for fun-loving
drivers. The car was 14 years old when it finally was
donated, and didn't have a spot of rust. Feb 19, 2010
by Michael C
Jan 29, 2010
Needs some work. drives smooth. its been sitting for half a year and has no major rust from it. Started right up after charging the battery. Not so sure about the gas mileage. Fun little car to drive. Cant wait to fix it up!Jan 29, 2010
by Andy W
Sep 23, 2009
This car is very suprising. I drive my girlfriends all the time and to be honest it is a total sleeper. Great interior, great gas mileage, and good performance. Ive actually seen a teenage girl outrun a grown man uphill in one of these... he was in a new mustang gt convertible. I was shocked. It is also great for a family car it seats 4 comfortably or 5 well not so comfortably. A giant trunk I mean huge could be a mafia car. I actually got this thing to do a donut not that impressive but it is when your driving a front wheel drive 4 cyl.Sep 23, 2009
by Ashlea T
Aug 17, 2009
It was a really really good car until I took it into a
couple trees. I never had any kind of problems with it.
Granted I only drove it for 6 or 7 months before
demolishing it. It had around 200000 miles and still
ran great tho.Aug 17, 2009
by Rory A
Jun 10, 2009
The Contour was my first car, bought it in 2002 for $5500 when I was 17, and I loved it when it wasn't being fixed. Cost me alot of money in repairs, although nothing huge failed on it before I got rid of it.
It had a very firm, sporty ride and handled extremely well, very fun to drive on twisty roads. It was the V6 SE model and it was Teal in color, which wasn't my favorite attribute I'll admit.
If it wasn't for how unreliable it had been I'd probably have kept it awhile longer while I looked for a new car, but I'm very happy with it's replacement.Jun 10, 2009
by Stephan L
Nov 03, 2008
Performance didn`t scared me. Braking was okay and handling was good. Build quality is good too. Appearance: interior is classy while exterioir looks like an escort. Cost and gas mileage are low. If you have to buy a contour, try to find an SVT. SVT won`t deceive you.Nov 03, 2008
by Nathan Z
Oct 25, 2008
The 2.5L DOHC engine is amazing! Mine, after a little bit of work, is pushing 240 horses to the front wheel. the five speed tranny is soild, but i know the automatics are junk. I call my connie my drag car cause it only wants to go in a straight line. Handling could be better. My only compliant is that at take off it wheel hops like no other.Oct 25, 2008
by Steve W
Aug 20, 2008
It was my first car. I learned how to drive stick with it. It was pretty nice for a first car. I liked that it had alloy wheels. It was a long time ago, but it seemed to handle okay and be zippy enough for a teenager. It saved me in a 45+ mph crash, but was totalled.Aug 20, 2008
by Jonathan M
Apr 27, 2008
Great handling little car, not enough power. Cheap as hell insurance and fairly good mileage. Taught me a lot owning it cause I was constantly modifying something. The manual trans swap really woke it up.Apr 27, 2008
by Crystal P
Apr 19, 2008
I love the fact that I've never had anything major wrong with the car. It runs very well, and I get great gas mileage. The car is old, but it drives fine!Apr 19, 2008
by Mike C
Mar 27, 2008
The car is good, takes you to where you want to go, and is mostly reliable with maybe the odd quirk here and there.Mar 27, 2008
by Anonymous
Feb 21, 2008
it handles the curves real well.Feb 21, 2008
1996 Ford Contour Pricing
Original MSRP
$14,295 to $16,680Price range
N/AAverage price on CG
N/AYoY price change
N/ATrims & specs
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Multi-function remote: trunk release · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Roof
Moonroof: power
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheels: alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Convenience Features
Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Roof
Moonroof: power
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheels: alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Dual front airbags
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Roof
Moonroof: power
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
