Ford Contour Contour is a mid-size sedan manufactured by Ford Motor Company. It was introduced in 1995 as a replacement for the Ford Tempo and Mercury Topaz. The Contour was available in both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive configurations. It was powered by a variety of engines, including a 2.0-liter inline-four, a 2.5-liter V6, and a 3.0-liter V6. The Contour was discontinued in 2000 and replaced by the Ford Fusion.
The Contour was a popular car during its production run. It was praised for its sporty handling, comfortable interior, and affordable price. The Contour was also...
**Cars: Ford Contour Contour**
Ford Contour Contour is a mid-size sedan manufactured by Ford Motor Company. It was introduced in 1995 as a replacement for the Ford Tempo and Mercury Topaz. The Contour was available in both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive configurations. It was powered by a variety of engines, including a 2.0-liter inline-four, a 2.5-liter V6, and a 3.0-liter V6. The Contour was discontinued in 2000 and replaced by the Ford Fusion.
The Contour was a popular car during its production run. It was praised for its sporty handling, comfortable interior, and affordable price. The Contour was also a relatively safe car, earning a four-star safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
The 1995 Ford Contour, built on the CDW27 platform, represents Ford's entry into a competitive segment, offering a blend of European-inspired design and American market adaptation. Available with either a 2.0L inline-4 cylinder engine producing approximately 125-130 horsepower or a 2.5L V6 engine delivering around 170-175 horsepower, the Contour provided front-wheel drive with both manual and automatic transmission options. Notable features include available Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) and standard front driver and passenger airbags. The vehicle was manufactured in Kansas City, Missouri, and received an Automobile Magazine All-Star award for its 1995 model year.
The 1996 Ford Contour, built on the CDW27 platform shared with the Mercury Mystique, was a North American market sedan designed to offer a sophisticated driving experience and European styling, replacing the Ford Tempo. It featured a 2.0-liter Zetec-R inline-4 engine producing approximately 125 horsepower and was available with either a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic transmission, both driving the front wheels. Notable for its inclusion on Car and Driver's Ten Best list in 1997, the Contour aimed to blend performance and practicality for everyday use.
The Ford Contour, produced from 1995 to 2000, represents Ford's initiative to introduce a European-designed vehicle, the Mondeo, to the North American market. This first-generation model, built on the CDW27 platform, was available with either a 2.0L Zetec I4 engine producing approximately 125 horsepower or a 2.5L Duratec V6 engine delivering around 170 horsepower. The Contour was offered with a 5-speed manual transmission or an optional 4-speed automatic transmission. Notable features included standard driver and passenger frontal airbags and optional anti-lock braking systems. The vehicle's design emphasized a balance of performance and practicality, earning it a spot on Car and Driver's 10Best lists for 1995 and 1996.
This manual covers the 1997 models, vehicles built on the CDW27 global platform. These cars were designed to offer a blend of European handling characteristics and American practicality, serving as replacements for the Tempo and Topaz. Available with either a 2.0L Zetec-E I4 engine producing 125 horsepower or a 2.5L Duratec V6 engine delivering 170 horsepower, these vehicles offered a comfortable ride and engaging driving experience, complemented by safety features like standard front airbags and optional ABS. They were produced at the Kansas City Assembly plant in Missouri.
The 1997 Ford Contour, part of the first generation (CN10) and built on the Ford CDW27 platform, was designed as a compact to mid-size sedan targeting the import sedan market. It distinguished itself with a blend of European styling cues and American practicality, emphasizing a well-tuned suspension and responsive handling that drew comparisons to European vehicles. Available with a 2.0L Zetec-R DOHC I4 engine producing 125 hp or an optional 2.5L Duratec V6 engine delivering 170 hp, the Contour offered a choice between a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic transaxle, both driving the front wheels. Its design, manufactured in Kansas City, Missouri, aimed to provide a refined driving experience, often praised by automotive journalists for its dynamic capabilities.
This manual covers the 1997 Ford Contour, a mid-size sedan produced by Ford Motor Company. The Contour, built on the Ford CDW27 Platform and manufactured in Missouri, offered European-influenced styling and was available with either a 2.0L Zetec-R inline-four engine or a 2.5L Duratec V6 engine, paired with either a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic transmission. Notable features include standard front airbags, available anti-lock brakes and traction control, and a comfortable ride quality, earning it recognition as one of Car and Driver's '10Best' for 1997. Its design aimed to compete with established Japanese and American sedans of the era.
This manual covers the 1998 Ford Contour Mystique, a compact to mid-size sedan known for its European-influenced styling and chassis tuning, sharing a platform with the Ford Mondeo. This generation, produced from 1995 to 2000, offered distinctive interior design and multiple engine options, including the 2.0L Zetec-4-cylinder and the 2.5L Duratec V6. The Contour Mystique was engineered to provide a more sophisticated driving experience compared to its predecessors, aiming to compete with established Japanese and American sedans through its handling characteristics and available powertrain configurations.
This manual provides comprehensive service and repair information for the 1998 Ford Contour. The Ford Contour, produced from 1995 to 2000, was designed to offer a European driving experience, sharing development with the Ford Mondeo. It was available with either a 2.0L DOHC Inline-4 (Zetec-R) engine producing 130 horsepower or a 2.5L DOHC V6 (Duratec) engine delivering 170 horsepower. The vehicle featured a wheelbase of 105.0 inches and offered a comfortable passenger volume. Standard safety features included driver and passenger frontal airbags and three-point seatbelts, with Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) available.
The 1998 Ford Contour, built on the Ford CDW27 platform shared with the Mercury Mystique, offered a blend of European-influenced design and driving dynamics. Available with either a 2.0L Zetec-R inline-four engine producing approximately 125 horsepower or a 2.5L Duratec V6 engine delivering around 170 horsepower, the Contour was front-wheel drive and offered both manual and automatic transmission options. Its sporty styling and responsive handling made it a notable competitor in its segment, earning a spot on Car and Driver's 10Best list for its V6 models in 1995 and 1996. This generation of the Contour was produced from 1995 to 2000.
The Ford Contour, produced for the North American market between 1998 and 2000, represents a significant entry in Ford's sedan lineup, based on the CDW27 platform shared with the European Ford Mondeo. This model offered a blend of European-influenced design and performance, notably featuring the 2.0L Zetec-R DOHC 4-cylinder engine and the more powerful 2.5L Duratec V6, which was available in various states of tune. The Contour was recognized for its excellent chassis dynamics, earning a spot on Car and Driver's Ten Best list in 1995, and was manufactured at the Kansas City Assembly Plant.
The 1999 Ford Contour, also available as the Mercury Mystique, represents a blend of European engineering and American practicality, built upon the Ford Mondeo platform. This model year saw a mid-cycle refresh, enhancing its sophisticated driving dynamics and offering a comfortable ride for everyday use. Available with responsive engine options, including the 2.0L Zetec and the more powerful 2.5L Duratec V6, and paired with either a manual or automatic transmission, the Contour/Mystique provided a compelling driving experience for its class. Its design emphasized a balance between sportiness and comfort, making it a noteworthy contender in the competitive sedan market of its era.
This manual covers the 1999 Ford Contour, a front-wheel-drive vehicle produced from 1995 to 2000. The Contour was based on Ford's CDW27 platform, sharing engineering with the European Ford Mondeo, and was recognized by Car and Driver as one of its 10Best for 1995, highlighting its European chassis tuning and handling. Available with either a 2.0L Duratec I4 engine producing approximately 125 horsepower or a 2.5L Duratec V6 engine delivering around 170 horsepower, the Contour offered both manual and automatic transmission options. Its engineering quality and reliability were key selling points, designed for everyday driving with a focus on a responsive and engaging driving experience.
The 1999 Ford Contour represents a significant entry in Ford's North American lineup, built upon a European-derived platform known for its capable chassis and handling. This model, part of the first generation, received a minor facelift for 1999, enhancing its styling and interior appointments. Offered with a choice of efficient four-cylinder or more powerful V6 engines, and paired with either manual or automatic transmissions, the Contour was engineered to provide a balance of performance and comfort for everyday driving. Its design and engineering reflect Ford's strategy to introduce a more globally-oriented vehicle to the American market, aiming for reliability and a refined driving experience.
This manual covers the Ford Contour, model year 2000. The Contour, built on the CDW27 platform shared with the Mercury Mystique and European Ford Mondeo, was assembled in Missouri, USA. Available with either a 2.0L Duratec DOHC I4 engine producing 125 horsepower or a 2.5L Duratec 24V DOHC V6 engine delivering 170 horsepower, it offered both 5-speed manual and 4-speed automatic transmissions. Notable features include a revised exterior and interior for the 2000 model year, improved NVH levels, and standard ABS. The vehicle received a Car and Driver Ten Best award in 1995 and 1997.
The 2000 Ford Contour is a North American derivative of the CDW27 platform, offering a blend of European engineering and American market considerations. Assembled in Kansas City, Missouri, this model represents the second generation of the Contour, which built upon its 1995 introduction with styling and feature enhancements. It was typically available as a four-door sedan and was known for its handling and ride quality, reflecting its European heritage. The Contour was designed to appeal to a broad range of drivers, from daily commuters to those seeking a responsive driving experience, and was offered with engine options that included the 2.0L Zetec-R and the 2.5L Duratec V6.
This manual covers the Ford Contour models produced between 1996 and 1999. The Ford Contour, built on the CDW27 platform and assembled in Missouri, USA, was designed as a compact to mid-size sedan and wagon, competing with vehicles like the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry. It was recognized for its handling and was notably named to Car and Driver's Ten Best list for 1995. Available with a 2.0L Zetec I4 engine producing approximately 125 horsepower or a 2.5L Duratec V6 engine generating around 170 horsepower, the Contour offered front-wheel drive with either a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission. Key features included standard driver and passenger airbags, ABS on many models, and a factory AM/FM stereo with cassette or optional CD player.
This manual covers the Ford Contour, produced from 1996 to 1999, representing the first generation (VN107) of this mid-size sedan. Based on the European Ford Mondeo platform, the Contour was Ford's endeavor to introduce a European-style vehicle to the North American market. It was manufactured at the Kansas City Assembly plant in Missouri. The Contour offered a range of engine options, including the 2.0L Zetec and the 2.5L Duratec V6, with horsepower estimates for the V6 ranging from approximately 170-175 hp. Notable features included Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) and front airbags. The vehicle was recognized as a runner-up for Car and Driver's 10Best in 1995.
The Ford Contour, produced from 1996 to 1999, is a compact to mid-size sedan known for its sporty focus and European-influenced driving dynamics, built on the CDW27 platform shared with the Mercury Mystique. Available with 2.0L Zetec I4 and 2.5L Duratec V6 engines, the Contour offered a blend of performance and handling, often praised in early reviews for its chassis dynamics. This generation of Ford vehicles represented a push towards more driver-centric designs, with features like Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) standard on most trims and dual front airbags for passive safety.
This manual covers the Ford Contour, specifically the First Generation (Contour/Mondeo Mk I) models produced between 1996 and 1999. The Ford Contour, built on the CDW27 platform, was designed to offer a balance of performance and practicality in the mid-size segment. Ford's legacy in producing reliable vehicles is evident in the Contour's engineering, aiming to provide an accessible and capable driving experience for everyday use.
The Ford Contour, produced from 1995 to 2000, represents a significant entry in the compact to mid-size sedan market, drawing inspiration from European design and engineering. Built on the CDW27 platform and assembled in Missouri, this front-wheel-drive vehicle offered a choice between a 2.0L Zetec inline-4 engine and a more powerful 2.5L Duratec V6, both paired with either manual or automatic transmissions. Its design philosophy emphasized European styling and handling, positioning it as a compelling alternative to competitors like the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry. The Contour was noted for its ride quality and handling characteristics, particularly with the V6 engine.
The 1999 Ford Contour, a product of Ford's first generation (1995-2000) and built on the CDW27 chassis code, was engineered to offer European-inspired handling and styling within the compact executive sedan market. It aimed to distinguish itself through a sophisticated chassis, featuring a multi-link rear suspension, and offered a choice between a 2.0L DOHC Zetec inline-4 engine producing 125 hp and 130 lb-ft of torque, or a more potent 2.5L DOHC Duratec V6 engine delivering 170 hp and 163 lb-ft of torque. This model was available with either a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic transmission, emphasizing driving dynamics and ride quality, and was produced in Kansas City, Missouri.
The Ford Contour and Mercury Mystique, produced from 1995 to 2000, represent Ford's endeavor into the mid-size sedan market, sharing a platform with the European Ford Mondeo. These vehicles were designed to offer a blend of comfort and performance, competing against established models such as the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry. Available with either a 2.0L Zetec inline-4 engine producing 125 horsepower or a more potent 2.5L Duratec V6 engine generating 170 horsepower, they offered a responsive driving experience. The Contour Mystique chassis code is CDW27, and its design emphasized a European-influenced suspension and handling, a key selling point for drivers seeking a more engaging ride in its class.
The Ford Contour and its Mercury Mystique counterpart, produced in 1999, were designed to offer a European driving experience within the mid-size sedan market. These vehicles, built on the CDW27 platform, provided a choice of engines, including the 2.0L Zetec-E I4 and the more powerful 2.5L Duratec-V6, paired with either a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic transmission. Known for their independent MacPherson strut front and multi-link rear suspension, they aimed to deliver responsive handling. Safety features included dual front airbags and available Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), with some configurations earning 4 stars in NHTSA front crash tests.
The Toro Groundsmaster 3000 and 3000-D series represent robust and reliable equipment designed for demanding operational environments. These models are engineered with a focus on performance and durability, featuring options for both gasoline and diesel engines from reputable manufacturers like Ford and Peugeot, respectively. The series offers versatile cutting capabilities with various deck sizes and types, including standard and contour cutting units, ensuring adaptability to different terrain and maintenance needs. This equipment is built to deliver consistent results and withstand rigorous use.
The Toro Groundsmaster 3000 and 3000-D are robust mowing machines engineered for demanding professional use. These models offer versatile cutting options, including 84-inch, Contour 82-inch, and 72-inch deck sizes, catering to a wide range of landscaping needs. Power is delivered through either a Ford gasoline engine or a Peugeot diesel engine, paired with a sophisticated hydraulic system and transaxle for efficient operation. The drive system provides flexibility with 2WD and 4WD configurations, supported by appropriate rear axle types for each.
The Toro Groundsmaster 3000/3000-D is a robust and versatile machine engineered for demanding professional use. Designed for efficiency and reliability, this model offers advanced features and a durable construction to tackle a wide range of grounds maintenance tasks. Its powerful engine options, including a Ford Gasoline Engine and a Peugeot Diesel Engine, coupled with a sophisticated hydraulic system and transaxle drivetrain, ensure optimal performance and maneuverability. The availability of various cutting deck sizes, such as 84-inch, Contour 82-inch, and 72-inch, allows for adaptation to different operational needs, making it an indispensable tool for landscape professionals.