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1997 Ford Aspire VIN decoder

Decode any 1997 Ford Aspire VIN here - free, no sign-up - then see every build configuration the catalog holds for this model year and 100 real sample VINs.

Every sample 1997 Ford Aspire VIN in this catalog starts with the world manufacturer identifier KNJ. The tenth character is V, the model-year code for 1997; the eleventh is the assembly-plant code, 6 here. The factory records place assembly at Kyung Ki-Do, South Korea. One engine is recorded for this model year: 1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · Gasoline. The catalog holds 100 sample 1997 Ford Aspire VINs. Decode your own with the field at the top of this page.

1997 Ford Aspire trims, engines and plants

2 build configurations across 100 sample VINs, decoded from the 11-character VIN prefix. A blank cell means the factory record carries no value.

Series / TrimEngineBodyDoors / seatsPlantSample VINs
Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/Notchback2-doorKyung Ki-Do, South Korea80
Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/Notchback4-doorKyung Ki-Do, South Korea20

Sample 1997 Ford Aspire VINs

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VINSeries / TrimEngineBodyPlantAction
KNJLT05H7V6206937Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT05H7V6209076Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT05H7V6223527Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT05H7V6225195Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT05H7V6228792Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT05H8V6196919Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT05H8V6212472Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT05H8V6214965Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT05H8V6218238Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT05H8V6219549Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT05H8V6221852Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT05H8V6224086Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT05H8V6225478Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT05H8V6231944Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT05H8V6235332Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT05H9V6199635Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT05H9V6205353Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT05H9V6208754Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT05H9V6209001Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT05H9V6218667Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT05H9V6222248Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT05H9V6223495Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT05H9V6227515Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT05HXV6201831Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT05HXV6210173Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT05HXV6219388Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT05HXV6220699Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT05HXV6230925Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT05HXV6231847Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT05HXV6235266Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT06H0V6201173Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT06H0V6215753Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT06H2V6200557Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT06H3V6210837Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT06H3V6212460Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT06H3V6220249Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT06H5V6197766Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT06H5V6200617Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT06H5V6208829Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT06H5V6213559Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT06H5V6231284Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT06H6V6208886Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT06H7V6204989Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT06H8V6202040Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT06H8V6207156Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT06H8V6208310Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT06H8V6208730Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT06HXV6207370Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT06HXV6215632Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea
KNJLT06HXV6223620Base1.3L · 4-cyl · 63 hp · GasolineHatchback/Liftback/NotchbackKyung Ki-Do, South Korea

Factory specs by VIN prefix

Specs are decoded from manufacturer build data for the 11-character VIN prefix and are shown in English.

KNJLT05H7V6 - Base
Series
Base
Body Class
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Engine Cylinders
4
Displacement L
1.3
Engine Hp
63
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
KIA MOTORS (FORD IMPORTS)
Plant City
Kyung Ki-Do
Plant Country
South Korea
Air Bag Loc Front
1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Displacement CC
1300.0
Displacement CI
81
Engine
1.3L In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
46.9791
Engine Manufacturer
Mazda
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Note
Passenger car imported from outside North America or non-Ford built passenger car marketed by Ford in North America.
Other Engine Info
EFI: Electronic Fuel Injection
Other Restraint System Info
Seat Belts: 3-point belts in all outboard positions.
Plant Company Name
Mazda-Kia
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
KNJLT05H8V6 - Base
Series
Base
Body Class
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Engine Cylinders
4
Displacement L
1.3
Engine Hp
63
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
KIA MOTORS (FORD IMPORTS)
Plant City
Kyung Ki-Do
Plant Country
South Korea
Air Bag Loc Front
1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Displacement CC
1300.0
Displacement CI
81
Engine
1.3L In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
46.9791
Engine Manufacturer
Mazda
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Note
Passenger car imported from outside North America or non-Ford built passenger car marketed by Ford in North America.
Other Engine Info
EFI: Electronic Fuel Injection
Other Restraint System Info
Seat Belts: 3-point belts in all outboard positions.
Plant Company Name
Mazda-Kia
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
KNJLT05H9V6 - Base
Series
Base
Body Class
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Engine Cylinders
4
Displacement L
1.3
Engine Hp
63
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
KIA MOTORS (FORD IMPORTS)
Plant City
Kyung Ki-Do
Plant Country
South Korea
Air Bag Loc Front
1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Displacement CC
1300.0
Displacement CI
81
Engine
1.3L In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
46.9791
Engine Manufacturer
Mazda
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Note
Passenger car imported from outside North America or non-Ford built passenger car marketed by Ford in North America.
Other Engine Info
EFI: Electronic Fuel Injection
Other Restraint System Info
Seat Belts: 3-point belts in all outboard positions.
Plant Company Name
Mazda-Kia
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
KNJLT05HXV6 - Base
Series
Base
Body Class
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Engine Cylinders
4
Displacement L
1.3
Engine Hp
63
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
2
Manufacturer Name
KIA MOTORS (FORD IMPORTS)
Plant City
Kyung Ki-Do
Plant Country
South Korea
Air Bag Loc Front
1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Displacement CC
1300.0
Displacement CI
81
Engine
1.3L In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
46.9791
Engine Manufacturer
Mazda
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Note
Passenger car imported from outside North America or non-Ford built passenger car marketed by Ford in North America.
Other Engine Info
EFI: Electronic Fuel Injection
Other Restraint System Info
Seat Belts: 3-point belts in all outboard positions.
Plant Company Name
Mazda-Kia
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
KNJLT06H0V6 - Base
Series
Base
Body Class
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Engine Cylinders
4
Displacement L
1.3
Engine Hp
63
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
4
Manufacturer Name
KIA MOTORS (FORD IMPORTS)
Plant City
Kyung Ki-Do
Plant Country
South Korea
Air Bag Loc Front
1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Displacement CC
1300.0
Displacement CI
81
Engine
1.3L In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
46.9791
Engine Manufacturer
Mazda
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Note
Passenger car imported from outside North America or non-Ford built passenger car marketed by Ford in North America.
Other Engine Info
EFI: Electronic Fuel Injection
Other Restraint System Info
Seat Belts: 3-point belts in all outboard positions.
Plant Company Name
Mazda-Kia
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
KNJLT06H2V6 - Base
Series
Base
Body Class
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Engine Cylinders
4
Displacement L
1.3
Engine Hp
63
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
4
Manufacturer Name
KIA MOTORS (FORD IMPORTS)
Plant City
Kyung Ki-Do
Plant Country
South Korea
Air Bag Loc Front
1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Displacement CC
1300.0
Displacement CI
81
Engine
1.3L In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
46.9791
Engine Manufacturer
Mazda
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Note
Passenger car imported from outside North America or non-Ford built passenger car marketed by Ford in North America.
Other Engine Info
EFI: Electronic Fuel Injection
Other Restraint System Info
Seat Belts: 3-point belts in all outboard positions.
Plant Company Name
Mazda-Kia
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
KNJLT06H3V6 - Base
Series
Base
Body Class
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Engine Cylinders
4
Displacement L
1.3
Engine Hp
63
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
4
Manufacturer Name
KIA MOTORS (FORD IMPORTS)
Plant City
Kyung Ki-Do
Plant Country
South Korea
Air Bag Loc Front
1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Displacement CC
1300.0
Displacement CI
81
Engine
1.3L In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
46.9791
Engine Manufacturer
Mazda
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Note
Passenger car imported from outside North America or non-Ford built passenger car marketed by Ford in North America.
Other Engine Info
EFI: Electronic Fuel Injection
Other Restraint System Info
Seat Belts: 3-point belts in all outboard positions.
Plant Company Name
Mazda-Kia
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
KNJLT06H5V6 - Base
Series
Base
Trim
Base
Body Class
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Engine Cylinders
4
Displacement L
1.3
Engine Hp
63
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
4
Manufacturer Name
KIA MOTORS (FORD IMPORTS)
Plant City
Kyung Ki-Do
Plant Country
South Korea
Air Bag Loc Front
1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Displacement CC
1300.0
Displacement CI
81
Engine
1.3L In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
46.9791
Engine Manufacturer
Mazda
GVWR
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Note
Passenger car imported from outside North America or non-Ford built passenger car marketed by Ford in North America.
Other Engine Info
EFI: Electronic Fuel Injection
Other Restraint System Info
Seat Belts: 3-point belts in all outboard positions.
Plant Company Name
Mazda-Kia
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
KNJLT06H6V6 - Base
Series
Base
Body Class
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Engine Cylinders
4
Displacement L
1.3
Engine Hp
63
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
4
Manufacturer Name
KIA MOTORS (FORD IMPORTS)
Plant City
Kyung Ki-Do
Plant Country
South Korea
Air Bag Loc Front
1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Displacement CC
1300.0
Displacement CI
81
Engine
1.3L In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
46.9791
Engine Manufacturer
Mazda
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Note
Passenger car imported from outside North America or non-Ford built passenger car marketed by Ford in North America.
Other Engine Info
EFI: Electronic Fuel Injection
Other Restraint System Info
Seat Belts: 3-point belts in all outboard positions.
Plant Company Name
Mazda-Kia
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
KNJLT06H7V6 - Base
Series
Base
Body Class
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Engine Cylinders
4
Displacement L
1.3
Engine Hp
63
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
4
Manufacturer Name
KIA MOTORS (FORD IMPORTS)
Plant City
Kyung Ki-Do
Plant Country
South Korea
Air Bag Loc Front
1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Displacement CC
1300.0
Displacement CI
81
Engine
1.3L In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
46.9791
Engine Manufacturer
Mazda
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Note
Passenger car imported from outside North America or non-Ford built passenger car marketed by Ford in North America.
Other Engine Info
EFI: Electronic Fuel Injection
Other Restraint System Info
Seat Belts: 3-point belts in all outboard positions.
Plant Company Name
Mazda-Kia
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
KNJLT06H8V6 - Base
Series
Base
Trim
Base
Body Class
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Engine Cylinders
4
Displacement L
1.3
Engine Hp
63
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
4
Manufacturer Name
KIA MOTORS (FORD IMPORTS)
Plant City
Kyung Ki-Do
Plant Country
South Korea
Air Bag Loc Front
1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Displacement CC
1300.0
Displacement CI
81
Engine
1.3L In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
46.9791
Engine Manufacturer
Mazda
GVWR
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Note
Passenger car imported from outside North America or non-Ford built passenger car marketed by Ford in North America.
Other Engine Info
EFI: Electronic Fuel Injection
Other Restraint System Info
Seat Belts: 3-point belts in all outboard positions.
Plant Company Name
Mazda-Kia
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
KNJLT06HXV6 - Base
Series
Base
Body Class
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Engine Cylinders
4
Displacement L
1.3
Engine Hp
63
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Doors
4
Manufacturer Name
KIA MOTORS (FORD IMPORTS)
Plant City
Kyung Ki-Do
Plant Country
South Korea
Air Bag Loc Front
1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Displacement CC
1300.0
Displacement CI
81
Engine
1.3L In-Line
Engine Configuration
In-Line
Engine KW
46.9791
Engine Manufacturer
Mazda
GVWR To
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Note
Passenger car imported from outside North America or non-Ford built passenger car marketed by Ford in North America.
Other Engine Info
EFI: Electronic Fuel Injection
Other Restraint System Info
Seat Belts: 3-point belts in all outboard positions.
Plant Company Name
Mazda-Kia
Seat Belts All
Manual
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR

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