What Changed

Along with its sibling the Escort, the Tracer is restyled for 1997. Changes include new interior and exterior styling, an improved powertrain, and an updated suspension. Tracer is offered in GS and LS four-door models and the LS wagon.

Comparison to Prior Model

1997 Mercury Tracer sedan 1996 Mercury Tracer
1997 Mercury Tracer sedan 1996 Mercury Tracer
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