Ford Escort Hatchback 1.8 GTi 5d (AC) (1998/R) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
It's cheap on parts, good on petrol and looks good.
Costs
If you don't go to a Ford dealership, servicing and parts are cheap.
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On the road
Driving
Has enough umph on the motorway and corners and handles suprisingly well for a car of this quality.
Performance
115BHP and 0-60 in 9.1, which is the same as cars like the 94-97 Golf GTI and the BMW 318, so it's quick but underated. Has a nice punch in 2nd gear !
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Living with it
Reliability
Hasn't let me down yet, although there has been the odd electrical fault.
Image
The model has a very subtle sporty look, which is nice.
Comfort
Half leather seats are great and supportive. Could have more cubby holes though.
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Security and Service
Security
Really needs to have a secondary alarm fitted !
Service
Never used a Ford dealership they are unfriendly and are overly expensive.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Air conditioning keeps failing, which is annoying, so make sure it works !
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