Ford Aerostar

Used 1997 Ford Aerostar

Name: 1997 Ford Aerostar
Brand: Ford
Price: 3081 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.2 (151 reviews)

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1997

Variations

Fuel Economy

18 combined mpg

Horsepower

140 hp

Seating

Cargo Volume

139.3 - 167.7 cu ft

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1997 Ford Aerostar Overview

1997 Ford Aerostar Passenger Pricing

1997 Ford Aerostar Passenger pricing starts at $2,663 for the Aerostar Passenger XLT Minivan, which had a starting MSRP of $18,405 when new. The range-topping 1997 Aerostar Passenger XLT Extended Minivan starts at $2,752 today, originally priced from $21,170.

	Original MSRP	KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.)
Aerostar Passenger	$3,081 - $3,195	$2,663 - $2,752
Aerostar Cargo	$3,282	$2,814 - $2,814

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 1997 Ford Aerostar Passenger models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.

Aerostar Passenger Consumer Sentiment

Owners give this generation Ford Aerostar Passenger (1986-1997) a 4.2 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 90% recommend it. These figures are based on 151 consumer reviews, like these:

What Owners are Saying About the 1997 Ford Aerostar Passenger

"Best car I've ever owned!"

"I bought this car new in Michigan in 1989 and now live in Florida. It has been driven back and forth between these 2 states. It is now at nearly 129000 miles and still running like a champ! Yes, I've replaced tires, battery and brakes after normal wear. I even had the air conditioner repaired and it's working fine now. It's like a member of our family and I plan to keep it as long as it still has life. It can carry 7 adults comfortably with its two removable bench seats in back and two bucket seats in front. Room for 4x8 plywood sheets with seats removed."

"Would recommend to most anyone"

"Bought the 93 Aerostar AWD with 53000 miles and hasn't missed a beat since. The electronic 4WD (AWD) works wonders in the MN snow. Very roomy and comfortable with a plethora of cargo space. I drive pretty average speeds and get 14 mpg city and about 18 highway not great but the cost of gas doesn't hurt as much when your van never has mechanical issues. Don't buy one if you think your getting a race car otherwise its the perfect man's, woman's or beginning driver's vehicle"

"Most Reliable Van Ever"

"Our first Aerostar is a 93. Bought it used in 2001 still running with 250,000 miles. Recently bought a 97 and gave the 93 to our son. Both vans are great. The 93 took lots of abuse from my four kids and even they could'nt kill it. We thought of going with a windstar or freestar but we just knew you cant beat the Aerostar. I cant belive Ford stopped making them. Very roomy and comfortable. Can haul almost anything. If you can find one in good shape grab it ."

Overall 1997 Ford Aerostar Passenger Quality

User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 1997 Ford Aerostar Passenger is above average for its class. Owners rated the 1997 Ford Aerostar Passenger quality a 4.3 out of 5.

1997 Ford Aerostar Passenger Reliability

The 1997 Ford Aerostar Passenger receives an average consumer rating of 4.2 overall and a 4.5 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.

Favorite 1997 Aerostar Passenger Features

According to drivers of the 1997 Aerostar Passenger, here are some of its best features:

Very comfortable!
Luxury, reliability, power, sleek sexiness, aerodynamisity
Roomy, reliable, all-wheel drive handles snow well
Great truck for touring with friends or cargo use.
Comfortable

1997 Ford Aerostar Passenger MPG by Trim

1997 Aerostar Passenger XLT Minivan - city 15 MPG - hwy 22 MPG

1997 Aerostar Passenger XLT Extended Minivan - city 15 MPG - hwy 22 MPG

1997 Aerostar Passenger Safety

NHTSA Safety Rating

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the 1997 Ford Aerostar Passenger front-side driver crash test rating is 4 out of 5 stars. The front-side passenger crash test rating is 3 out of 5.

1997 Ford Aerostar Passenger Safety Features

Child Door Locks: Not available
Child Seat Anchors: Not available

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1997 Ford Aerostar Depreciation

A 1997 Ford Aerostar has a current resale value of $1,904 and trade-in value of $749.

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1997 Ford Aerostar Annual Depreciation

Year	Vehicle Depreciation*	Resale Value	Trade-In Value
2022	$129	$1,668	$645
2023	+ $303	$1,971	$888
2024	$80	$1,891	$787
Now	+ $13	$1,904	$749

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1997 Ford Aerostar 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	3646 lbs.
	Fuel Capacity	21.0 gallons
	Front Head Room	39.5 inches
	Front Leg Room	41.4 inches
	Max Seating Capacity	7
	Overall Length	174.9 inches
	Front Shoulder Room	60.1 inches
	Towing Capacity, Maximum	2300 lbs.
	Trunk or Cargo Capacity	139.3 cu.ft.
	Turning Diameter	40.3 feet
	Wheel Base	118.9 inches
	Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)	5100 lbs.
	Payload Capacity	1860 lbs.
	Width with mirrors	71.7 inches

Exterior

	Alloy Wheels	Available
	Moon Roof/Sun Roof	Available
	Number of Doors	3 doors
	Privacy Glass	Available
	Roof Rails	Available

Fuel Economy

	City	15 mpg
	Highway	22 mpg
	Combined	18 mpg

Mechanical

	Drivetrain	RWD
	Transmission Type	Automatic

Performance

	Horsepower	140 @ 5000 RPM
	Torque	160 @ 2750 rpm
	Engine	V6, 3.0 Liter

Warranty

	Basic	3 years / 36000 miles
	Powertrain	3 years / 36000 miles

Comfort & Convenience

Climate Control Air Conditioning

Entertainment

DVD Entertainment System
MP3 Player
CD Player

Interior

Power Windows
Tilt Steering Wheel

Seating

Third Row Seat
Leather Seats
Dual Power Front Seats
Power Driver's Seat

Technology

Cruise Control
Navigation System

1997 Ford Aerostar Safety

1997 Ford Aerostar Safety Technology

Child Door Locks: Not available
Child Seat Anchors: Not available

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Crash Test Rating

Provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

Driver Front

4.0

Passenger Front

3.0

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	Used 1997 Ford Aerostar	Used 2006 Dodge Caravan Cargo	Used 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan Cargo	Used 2002 Mercury Villager
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Price	$2,663	$2,530	$2,745	$2,179
Consumer Rating	4.2	3.8	4.0	4.4
Fuel Economy	City 15/Hwy 22/Comb 18 MPG	City 17/Hwy 24/Comb 20 MPG	City 17/Hwy 24/Comb 20 MPG	City 15/Hwy 21/Comb 17 MPG
Fuel Type	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas
Seating Capacity	7	2	2	7
Basic Warranty	3 years or 36000 miles	3 years or 36000 miles	3 years or 36000 miles	3 years or 36000 miles
Horsepower	140 @ 5000 RPM	180 @ 5000 RPM	180 @ 5000 RPM	170 @ 4800 RPM
Engine	V6, 3.0 Liter	V6, 3.3 Liter	V6, 3.3 Liter	V6, 3.3 Liter
Drivetrain	RWD	FWD	FWD	FWD

1997 Ford Aerostar Rankings

Rank	Vehicles	HP
#1	1997 GMC Savana 2500 Passenger	245
#2	1997 Chevrolet Express 2500 Passenger	245
#3	1997 GMC Savana 1500 Passenger	245
#4	1997 Dodge Ram Van 2500	220
#22	1997 Ford Aerostar Passenger	140

FAQs

Is 1997 a good year for a Ford Aerostar Passenger?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.2 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 1997 Aerostar Passenger is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

Is the Ford Aerostar Passenger 1997 a good Van/Minivan?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.2 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 1997 Aerostar Passenger 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 1997 Ford Aerostar Passenger?

The 1997 Ford Aerostar Passenger gets 15 mpg in the city and 22 mpg on the highway.

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