Ford Escort Hatchback 1.4i LX 5d (1992/K) Owner Review

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Economy
Costs
Cheap Insurance but new parts are required often.
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On the road
Driving
Sluggish, unresponsive handling in corners.
Performance
Totally gutless for a car of this size.
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Living with it
Reliability
Purely down to fate if your car stays in good condition.
Image
It's only an Escort.
Comfort
Seats are far too hard.
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Security and Service
Security
A two year old could steal this car. Locks are very poor.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Too much tappet noise. Oil leaks. Carbon canister gets clogged.
Other
Radiator rots very quickly.
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