Ford Escort Hatchback 1.3 L 5d (1992/K) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Good Value for Money - Low spec, Low price, Low insurance!
Costs
Parts VERY cheap. MPG - good around town, fantastic on long hauls (450 per tank).
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On the road
Driving
Drives nicely - nothing special. Does slide on wet roads as tyres are thin.
Performance
SLUGGISH - No 3rd gear. Can't pull away in a hurry, but is a steady little car.
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Living with it
Reliability
2 years - No probs.
Image
Doesn't turn heads. Basic - no spoiler etc. Seems EVERYONE owns/has owned an Escort!
Comfort
Durable - Seats a bit uncomfy for long journeys.
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Security and Service
Security
What Security?? Weak Locks - need diff key for boot lock as others have loosened.
Service
N/A
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Alternator failed.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes