Ford Escort Estate 1990
  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Reasonably priced.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Mediocre economy - 33mpg. Short 10k service intervals. Parts prices ok.

  • On the road

    Driving

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Poor handling, especially when laden. Doesn't inspire confidence.

    Performance

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Poor acceleration. Noisy unrefined engine.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Fair.

    Image

    1 out of 5 1.0

    What image?

    Comfort

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Good driving position. Cramped in the back and no head restraints.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    No comment.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Pinking problems.

    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?

    No