| 1997 China Rally 555 China Rally 1997 | |
|---|---|
| Host country |  China |
| Rally base | Huairou |
| Dates run | June 21 1997 – June 23 1997 |
| Length | 369.12 km (229.36 miles) |
| Stage surface | Gravel |
| Overall distance | 1,444.00 km (897.26 miles) |
| Statistics | |
| Crews | 32 at start, 15 at finish |
| Overall results | |
| Overall winner |  McRae Colin
Grist Nicky Subaru World Rally TeamSubaru Impreza WRC |
The 1997 China Rally was the first China Rally to be held. It was officially called the 555 China Rally 1997 and was hosted by Asia-Pacific Rally Championship (APRC).