Overview & Reviews

A redesigned face gives this Ford more character, but the new taillight treatment is almost identical to the Contour's sibling, the Mercury Mystique. New alloy wheels and a slightly more commodious rear seat debut. Midyear changes included a model consolidation, the addition of depowered airbags, as well as improved handling and new wheels for the SVT.

• Energetic performance in the spirit of more expensive German sedans.

User Reviews:

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  Good Run-Around Car - 1998 Ford Contour
  By h25p - May 28 - 2:00 am

  The engine light comes on occassionally. Ive had it checked and nothing and supposedly nothing is wrong.

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  Dependable Contour - 1998 Ford Contour
  By Mao - May 27 - 2:00 am

  This is our second Ford Contour. We purchased a 1995 and traded in on teh 1998 model. Both were very dependable, comfortable and responsive. My only regret is that I did not find a 24 valve model (they are rare). Still the standard 4 cylinder performs well and is basically maintenance free. This Ford model is what has taken me away from the Chevrolet models I had previously owned.

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  Not bad! - 1998 Ford Contour
  By GarysTour - April 14 - 2:00 am

  Going to the dealership I had the thought of buying an import. This car has been a dream. The performance and value is A+++. The only problem Ive had is the sunroof getting stuck open, but the warranty covered it.

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  Love my Contour - 1998 Ford Contour
  By dcoach - April 9 - 2:00 am

  Great performance for the price.

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  1998 Contour SE - 1998 Ford Contour
  By Fixxer - March 30 - 2:00 am

  I have owned this car for a since Feb. 2002, and its been reliable and fun to drive. This contour has the 2.5 V6, which is a fast, high-performance engine. Handles well, brakes great and most of all, it passes cars on the freeway with ease.

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  my tours - 1998 Ford Contour
  By Jetmech - March 27 - 2:00 am

  As the owner of two Contours, I can say that they are great cars, which went out of production too soon. My GL and SE are loads of fun, but require you to be patient with their shortcomings. Get the V-6 and a stick, or if you like it a bit firmer, an SVT is the best. Check out Contour.org for more info on this great car!

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  My Car - 1998 Ford Contour
  By None - March 17 - 5:53 am

  I recently purchased a 98 contour with 80,000 miles. It was running great until recently when it just randomly shut off when I was driving, when I went to restart it the check engine light turned on in stead. The result was I needed to put a new engine in it. Besides that I have had only one other complaint about the car, the cup holders. they are completely useless, everything just falls out of them.

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  Good experiences - 1998 Ford Contour
  By Tom72 - March 10 - 11:26 pm

  I bought my -98 SE 6 months ago, and I have had no problems with it whatsoever. I have well liked its adequate performance delivered by the 170hp V6 Duratec. I also like its handling, which is more precise than that of an average car. The suspension might at times feel hard but not excessively so. The trunk is roomy so skiing trips for 2-3 are no problem. The traction control proved to be moneys worth on one of these trips too. - T

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  Nickel and Dime - 1998 Ford Contour
  By Disssatisfied - March 3 - 6:55 pm

  I had bought my 1998 Contour SE in August of 2001 with 31000 miles and currently has 40000 miles. In six months Ive had to replace the fuel sensor and PCV valve, Catalytic converter, Alternator, (totalling ~$550)and about another $200+ counting other mechanics fees for just identifing other problems. In addition, I was not notified by Ford about recalls on my car. These repairs should not occur at this mileage and why am I left in the dark about recalls? I am very unimpressed by Ford.