Ford Sierra Hatchback
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    £400 for mine, 100k miles, no rust.

    Costs

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Cheap parts, easy to work on, 40-50mpg.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Secure handling. Oversteer can be provoked on wet roundabouts.

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Slow until turbo kicks in. Good on motorway, will cruise at 100mph all day.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Didn't spend a penny on it in the year I had it and I really abused it - just wouldn't die!

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Looks dated but who cares? It's cheap economical and practical.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Nice comfy ride.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Just old locks but who would steal anyway?

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Never had to use them - serviced myself; very simple to do.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Stands up to lots of punishment. Check turbo before purchase (should be quiet).

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes