Ford Escort Estate 1.8TD LX 5d (AC) (1997/P) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Good value but the 'common' choice.
Costs
Cheap to buy and run but strangely higher insurance than some Focuses.
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On the road
Driving
No fun. Just too boring. Like a rover really.
Performance
Slow, rattly and unrefined. Saved only by good fuel consumption.
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Living with it
Reliability
Not bad, but could be better.
Image
Common. Oh so common and popular to the teeth.
Comfort
Good seats, but interior flimsy and uninspiring.
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Security and Service
Security
Cheap immobiliser and optional alarm. Not good enough.
Service
Excellent ford dealer, but stuck with servicing the 'people's' car.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Tyres need replacing near every 1/2 year, so about 2500 miles.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes