1999 Ford Escort ZX2 review from North America
"It ran 15.7 at 86.9mph in the 1/4 mile!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I replace the front brake pads at 80,000.
That is it so far. And I beat this car every time I drive it (people ask me all the time "aren't you worried you are going to break something?" I just say NO).
Oh, I do dislike the stock Goodyear Eagle RS-A tires, they are fine new, but they did not wear well and I got bubbles in them that made the car shake at speed.
I now have Kumho 712 tires, very happy with these!
General comments?
This thing is FAST! I actually took it drag racing with my friends and after some practice I ran a 15.7 sec. at 86.9mph! That is a second faster than almost any Honda at the track that day!
Also with the above mentioned tires this car handles very well!
I have gotten 38mpg without trying on long trips with four people in the car and the air on. I average 32 with some city driving.
Did I mention this car is cheap to buy?
It is the perfect car commuting.
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 ZETEC Manual |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 4/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 6500 miles |
| Most recent distance | 83000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Corsica |
| Date of Entry | 26th June, 2002 |