Ford Escort Hatchback 1.8TDi LX 5d (1996/P) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
So boring and cheap it'll go for centuries
Costs
Things can go wrong, but parts are everywhere- you can replace the whole car for just £600!
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On the road
Driving
Boost comes on at 3k, ends at 4.5k. Uninspiring, but comfortable for passengers.
Performance
100mph top end (1.8!) Dangerously bad acceleration until boost, which tails off too soon to count for anything- lag is bad for small intercooler and short manifolds.
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Living with it
Reliability
I must say, apart from my heavy braking wrecking the pads and the exhaust falling off at 95k, it wasn't that bad.
Image
Ten a penny, nasty unless you've got a bodykit- then it's still a cloudy outlook.
Comfort
Squishy, cheap suspension and big tyres to hide the cheap wheels mean this velour clad monster is very comfortable.
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Security and Service
Security
From the factory it has an immobiliser key, thats it. What is in the car if often worth more.
Service
Self serviced
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Nothing major- diesel is reliable if not boring
Other
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