Ford Escort Hatchback 1.4i 5d (1993/K) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Cheap to buy and cheap to fix, but needs too much fixing.
Costs
Cheap insurance. Cheap to fix. Fuel economy could be better.
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On the road
Driving
Sluggish acceleration. Very heavy without PAS.
Performance
Again, very sluggish. Good in high rev range (3000+).
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Living with it
Reliability
Models of 6 years + will always need something done.
Image
Higher range models nice.
Comfort
Comfy seats. Well designed and laid out. Nicely spaced.
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Security and Service
Security
With an alarm, immobiliser, central locking, steering bar lock and chain, they deserve it if they can get it.
Service
Very helpful, full of off the record experience advice for DIY mechanic/owner.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Camshaft wear, head gasket problems, ring wear, valve stuck open, and oil being blown up through CFi unit.
Other
Suspension problems. Front hub worn at lower arm balljoint. Lower arm slips out of hub at high revs.
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