Ford Escort Hatchback 1.8 TD Serenade 5d (1996/P) Owner Review

Want to know everything there is to know about this car?
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Economy
Value
Good value for money.
Costs
Good MPG, but insurance can be quite steep.
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On the road
Driving
Quite smooth.
Performance
Not bad for a T/D.
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Living with it
Reliability
Front bushes need replacing quite often.
Image
A bit out of date now.
Comfort
A little cramped but good boot space for car class.
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Security and Service
Security
Could be better.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Keep an eye on the timing belt tensioners. Prone to break causing lots of damage.
Other
Cat on exhaust can be expensive.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No