Ford Granada Hatchback
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    You pay a pittance for a big luxury car

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Many sources for parts

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very good road holding even with the luxury suspension wallow

    Performance

    3 out of 5 3.0

    No racer, but quite nippy for such a 2.0 litre in such a big car

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    You need to look after them at this age.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Image - who cares what anyone else thinks - anyone I have ever given a lift to looks about in wonder at the interior

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Relax into your heated armchair in the winter - blast the aircon in the summer

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    No immobiliser, but then who nicks 11 year old cars?

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    A few Ford dealers are still interested in looking after this car, but the best bet is to look after it yourself.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Engine had been thrashed and oil changes neglected, therefore new engine required.

    Other

    Main fuse box - common problem, various switches, aircon thermostat - common problem.

    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