Ford Escort Estate 1.8TDi LX 5d (1996/N) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Paid £2,800 cash 18 months ago. Similar cars £4000-£5000.
Costs
Never needs fuel. Cheap insurance. MOTs cost next to nothing.
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On the road
Driving
Extra 20hp offers much needed boost. Small enough for town, big enough for motorway.
Performance
90 hp certainly gets you going.
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Living with it
Reliability
Turbo needed decoke. Usual wear and tear.
Image
We don't care when it cost so little.
Comfort
Excellent for its size. Some bigger cars are worse.
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Security and Service
Security
Ford alarm immobiliser.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Decoke on turbo. A lot of town use needs a regular thrash.
Other
A bit bland externally and a bit too much plastic in the cabin.
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