Ford Sierra Sapphire
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Lots of extras..

    Costs

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very cheap parts and easy to maintain. Good economy - 40 mpg.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Nice smooth ride but a bit wallowy in the bends.

    Performance

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Lacks power until the turbo cuts in.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    100% reliable so far - and it's done 113,000 miles.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    A bit past it now.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    It's a GLX and comes with big comfy seats.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Door locks look feeble. Has a standard alarm.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    I service it myself.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    No problems, but timing belt must be changed on schedule.

    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