1999 Ford Escort ZX2 review from North America
"Cheap man's Acura RSX for 12K"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Nothing.
General comments?
Peppy engine.
Reliable (mine is a manual).
Turns quickly.
Engine a little noisy.
After break in, 30+mpg in town, 36-38mpg highway
Doesn't use oil.
Nice looking.
Premium sound with CD is pretty good.
Good snow traction.
0-60, 7.4 - 7.8 (according to magazines).
Very cheap to buy and maintain if you buy a stick shift model, and drive fairly normally and don't make modifications to the car.
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 Manual |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 25 miles |
| Most recent distance | 50000 miles |
| Previous car | Mercury Sable |
| Date of Entry | 24th September, 2001 |