1997 Mercury Cougar XR7 2dr Coupe
The 1997 Mercury Cougar XR7 2dr Coupe is a 3.8-liter V6 coupe with an automatic 4-speed and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $18,340 MSRP and is rated at 19 mpg combined.
EPA fuel-economy estimates are 16 mpg city and 24 mpg highway (19 mpg combined).
The Cougar measures 199.9 inches long on a 113.0-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,536 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| MSRP | $18,340 ($37,137 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.8L V6 |
| Displacement | 3.8 L |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | Automatic 4-speed |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 16 MPG |
| Highway | 24 MPG |
| Combined | 19 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
| Tank Capacity | 18 gal |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 15-in. |
| Wheels Rear | 15-in. |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 199.9 in |
| Width | 72.7 in |
| Height | 52.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 113 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,536 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38.1 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37.6 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.5 in |
| Legroom Rear | 36.5 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 59.1 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 58.9 in |
| Hip Room Front | 55.6 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 55.6 in |
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars