Ford Escort Hatchback 1990

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  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Very well equipped for price, can't fault it.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Reasonable on petrol, generally cheap parts.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Smooth, goes when you want it to.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Odd, sometimes really quick, sometimes sluggish.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Never broke down, and I drive 1000 mile a month!

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Nicer than Focus, yet overshadowed by it.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Comfortable seats, but sub-standard suspension, especially at the rear.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Locks aren't great, a good steering wheel lock helps a lot.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Quality, but you do pay for it.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    None, it's lovely!

    Other

    Problem with the rear window de-mister. Indicator and headlight switch failure is a common fault.

    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