Ford Aerostar first generation
The Ford Aerostar first generation (1986–1997): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 19 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: VN1
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,440–4,830 mm Traficom | 4,442–4,834 mm |
| Width | 1,820–1,830 mm Traficom | 1,821 mm |
| Height | – | 1,834–1,880 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,020 mm RDW | 3,020 mm |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | 1,640 kg RDW | – |
| Mass in running order | 1,740 kg RDW | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 2,268 kg RDW | – |
| Seats and space | ||
| Seats | 7 Traficom | – |
| Doors | 3 RDW | – |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Traficom type approvals (Finland), Wikipedia, RDW type approvals (Netherlands). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
2,294 complaints for model years 1986–1997. 205 crashes · 439 fires · 239 injuries · 14 deaths
- Electrical system 434
- Transmission and drivetrain 254
- Brakes 148
- Airbags 120
- Fuel system 110
- Engine 83
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 19 versions of the Ford Aerostar first generation
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United States 15 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995–1997(FFS), CLKUP | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 17–18 MPG (13.1–13.8 L/100 km) EPA | 307–325 g/km |
| 1997(FFS), CLKUP | 4.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA | 368 g/km |
| 1997(FFS), CLKUP | 4.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA | 325 g/km |
| 1992–1996(FFS) · (FFS), CLKUP | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
| 1994–1996(FFS), CLKUP | 4.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA | 368 g/km |
| 1994–1996(FFS), CLKUP | 4.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 16–17 MPG (13.8–14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 325–345 g/km |
| 1986–1994(FFS) | 3.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 17–20 MPG (11.8–13.8 L/100 km) EPA | 276–325 g/km |
| 1986–1994(FFS) | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 17–19 MPG (12.4–13.8 L/100 km) EPA | 291–325 g/km |
| 1992–1994(FFS) · (FFS), CLKUP | 4.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 345 g/km |
| 1990–1993(FFS) | 4.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 16–17 MPG (13.8–14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 325–345 g/km |
| 1990–1993(FFS) | 4.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 15–17 MPG (13.8–15.7 L/100 km) EPA | 325–368 g/km |
| 1986–1987(FFS) | 2.3 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 21–24 MPG (9.8–11.2 L/100 km) EPA | 230–263 g/km |
| 1986–1987(FFS) | 2.3 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 19–20 MPG (11.8–12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 276–291 g/km |
| 1986(FFS) | 2.8 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 16–17 MPG (13.8–14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 325–345 g/km |
| 1986(FFS) | 2.8 L | Petrol | 5-speed manual | Rear-wheel drive | 17–18 MPG (13.1–13.8 L/100 km) EPA | 307–325 g/km |
Canada 4 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995–1997Van: Cargo | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 12.9–13.5 L/100 km 5-cycle | 297–311 g/km |
| 1995–1997Minivan | 3.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 13.4–13.8 L/100 km 5-cycle | 308–317 g/km |
| 1997Minivan | 4.0 L | Petrol | 5-speed automatic | 14.0–15.6 L/100 km 5-cycle | 322–359 g/km |
| 1995–1996Minivan | 4.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 14.0–15.3 L/100 km 5-cycle | 322–352 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.