Ford Windstar

Overview

Built on the Taurus platform, Windstar was initially introduced in 1994 as a 1995 model to give Ford a more car-like competitor to the popular Chrysler minivans. When other automakers began introducing minivans with sliding passenger doors on the driver's side, Ford responded with an early 1998 model that featured a Family Entry System, consisting of a longer driver's door and sliding driver's seat that allowed passengers access to the back from the left side of the vehicle. Windstar was also the first minivan to achieve a double 5-star safety rating, the highest given by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, a rating that Windstar has received for five straight years. The Windstar was redesigned for 1999, including all-new interior and exterior styling. In addition, an optional fourth door was added, seating was redesigned, and engine output was increased.

Features & Specs

Engines & Performance

Available Engines & Transmissions
	Cargo Van	LX	LX Std.	LX Deluxe	SE	SEL	Limited
*Engines*
3.8L 200 hp V6	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.
*Trans.*
4-Speed Automatic Overdrive	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.

Payload & Towing
	Cargo Van	LX	LX Std.	LX Deluxe	SE	SEL	Limited
Passenger Volume (cu. ft.)	No data	No data	No data	No data	No data	No data	No data
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.)	145.70	No data	No data	No data	No data	No data	No data
Standard Towing (lb.)	2000	2000	2000	2000	2000	2000	3500
Maximum Towing (lb.)	2000	2000	2000	2000	2000	3500	3500
Standard Payload (lb.)	1800	1200	1200	1200	1200	1200	1200
Maximum Payload (lb.)	1800	1200	1200	1200	1200	1200	1200
Standard GVWR (lb.)	5540	5258	5258	5425	5423	5496	5483
Maximum GVWR (lb.)	5540	5258	5258	5425	5423	5496	5483

Fuel Capacity
	Cargo Van	LX	LX Std.	LX Deluxe	SE	SEL	Limited
Tank (US gallons)	26.00	26.00	26.00	26.00	26.00	26.00	26.00

Fuel Economy (city / hwy): Front-Wheel Drive
	3.8L 200 hp V6
4-Speed Automatic Overdrive	17 / 23 mpg

Engine Specifications
	3.8L 200 hp V6
Horsepower	200 @ 4900 RPM
Torque (lb-ft)	240 @ 3600 RPM
Valves/Valve Configuration	12/OHV
Displacement (cc)	3802
Bore X Stroke (in.)	3.81 X 3.39
Compression Ratio	9.3:1
Fuel Type/System	Gas/SEFI
Turbocharger	No
Supercharger	No

Safety Features

Anti-Theft & Locks
	Cargo Van	LX	LX Standard	LX Deluxe	SE	SEL	Limited
Child Safety Door Locks	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.
Locking Pickup Truck Tailgate	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Power Door Locks	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.
Vehicle Anti-Theft	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.

Braking & Traction
	Cargo Van	LX	LX Std.	LX Deluxe	SE	SEL	Limited
4 Wheel Drive/All Wheel Drive	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
ABS Brakes (2 or 4 Wheel)	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.
Automatic Load-Leveling	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Electronic Brake Assistance	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Limited Slip Differential or Axle	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Locking Differential	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Traction Control	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	Std.
Vehicle Stability Control System	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	Std.

Safety
	Cargo Van	LX	LX Std.	LX Deluxe	SE	SEL	Limited
Driver Airbag	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.
Front Side Airbag	N/A	Opt.	Opt.	Opt.	Opt.	Opt.	Std.
Front Side Airbag with Head Protection	N/A	Opt.	Opt.	Opt.	Opt.	Opt.	Std.
Passenger Airbag	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.
Side Head Curtain Airbags	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Second Row Side Airbag	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Second Row Side Airbag with Head Protection	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Power Windows	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.
Electronic Parking Aid	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	Std.
First Aid Kit	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Trunk Anti-Trap Device	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A

Remote Controls & Remote Releases
	Cargo Van	LX	LX Std.	LX Deluxe	SE	SEL	Limited
Keyless Entry (Remote Lock/ Unlock)	Opt.	Opt.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.
Remote Ignition	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A

Interior

Interior Dimensions
	Cargo Van	LX	LX Std.	LX Deluxe	SE	SEL	Limited
Standard Seating	2	7	7	7	7	7	7
Optional Seating	No data	No data	No data	No data	No data	No data	No data
Front Headroom (in.)	39.30	39.30	39.30	39.30	39.30	39.30	39.30
Rear Headroom (in.)	No data	41.10	41.10	41.10	41.10	41.10	41.10
Front Legroom (in.)	40.70	40.70	40.70	40.70	40.70	40.70	40.70
Rear Legroom (in.)	No data	38.60	38.60	38.60	38.60	38.60	38.60
Front Shoulder Room (in.)	60.90	60.90	60.90	60.90	60.90	60.90	60.90
Rear Shoulder Room (in.)	No data	63.20	63.20	63.20	63.20	63.20	63.20
Front Hip Room (in.)	57.90	57.90	57.90	57.90	57.90	57.90	57.90
Rear Hip Room (in.)	No data	60.80	60.80	60.80	60.80	60.80	60.80

Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
	Cargo Van	LX	LX Std.	LX Deluxe	SE	SEL	Limited
Air Conditioning	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.
Separate Driver/Front Passenger Climate Controls	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A

Interior Features
	Cargo Van	LX	LX Std.	LX Deluxe	SE	SEL	Limited
Cruise Control	Opt.	Opt.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.
Tachometer	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.
Tilt Steering	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.
Tilt Steering Column	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.
Heated Steering Wheel	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Leather Steering Wheel	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	Std.	Std.	Std.
Steering Wheel Mounted Controls	N/A	N/A	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.
Telescopic Steering Column	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Adjustable Foot Pedals	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	Std.	Std.
Genuine Wood Trim	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	Std.
Tire Inflation/ Pressure Monitor	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.
Trip Computer	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A

Entertainment, Communication & Navigation
	Cargo Van	LX	LX Std.	LX Deluxe	SE	SEL	Limited
Radio	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.
Cassette Player	N/A	N/A	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	N/A
CD Player	Opt.	Opt.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.
CD Changer	Opt.	Opt.	Opt.	Opt.	Opt.	Opt.	Std.
DVD Player	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Hands Free or Voice Activated Telephone	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Navigational Aid	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Second Row Sound Controls/ Accessories	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	Std.	Std.	Std.
Subwoofer	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Telematic Systems	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A

Seats
	Cargo Van	LX	LX Std.	LX Deluxe	SE	SEL	Limited
Driver Multi-Adjustable Power Seat	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	Std.	Std.	Std.
Front Cooled Seats	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Front Heated Seat	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	Std.
Front Power Lumbar Support	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	Std.	Std.	Std.
Front Power Memory Seat	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	Std.
Front Split Bench Seat	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Leather Seat	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	Std.	Std.
Passenger Multi-Adjustable Power Seat	N/A	N/A	N/A	Opt.	Opt.	Opt.	Std.
Second Row Folding Seat	N/A	N/A	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.
Second Row Heated Seat	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Second Row Multi-Adjustable Power Seat	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Second Row Removable Seat	N/A	N/A	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.
Third Row Removable Seat	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A

Storage
	Cargo Van	LX	LX Std.	LX Deluxe	SE	SEL	Limited
Cargo Area Cover	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Cargo Area Tiedowns	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Cargo Net	Opt.	Opt.	Opt.	Opt.	Opt.	Opt.	Opt.
Load Bearing Exterior Rack	Opt.	Opt.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.	Std.
Pickup Truck Bed Liner	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A

Roof
	Cargo Van	LX	LX Std.	LX Deluxe	SE	SEL	Limited
Power Sunroof/ Moonroof	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Removable/ Convertible Top	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Manual Sunroof/ Moonroof	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A