The 1997 Mercury Sable is equipped with 3.0-liter V6 engine, an engine that received California's low-emission vehicle or the LEV status report, because of its cleaner emission due to modifying it. Mercury Sable, unlike the Ford Taurus did not offer the flex-fuel engines. Instead it offered more options for the GS models, including power moon-roof, CD changer, and leather interior. Also standard in this vehicle are the usual auto parts found in all cars. The 1997 Mercury Sable is the second model in the third generation.

 

There are 1997 Sables that are offering cassette, AM/FM radio, dual air bags, power windows, GS, 6-cylinder 3.0-liter engine, roof rack, 2-wheel drive, power steering, and power driver's seat as standard equipments. The options available include CD changer, ABS, cruise control, power door locks, and air conditioning. Other items standard included are the driver side air bag, overdrive, sun roof, bucket seats, passenger side air bag and power seats, rear defroster, moon roof, premium sound, and alloy wheels. Also available are the ABS antilock brakes, tilt steering, CD player, power mirrors, keyless entry, leather interior, alarm system, and fog lights. The 1997 Sable has remarkable rate for its spacious interior, reliability, seat comfort, and quality and craftsmanship.