1996 Ford Escort Cabaret review from UK and Ireland
"Cheap and a good performer"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Driver's side electric window has stopped working.
No other faults :-)
General comments?
For a diesel car it is no slouch and rarely sluggish, and it also holds its own against petrol cars I've driven for my company. Acceleration right through the gears is very good, and cruising at 50mph in 5th and then slightly giving the engine some juice brings a reassuring whistle from the turbo and a nice increase in speed. Very cheap runner, easily around the 45-50 mpg for me and I'm hardly a slow driver.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8TD Manual |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 7/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 87000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 103000 miles |
| Previous car | Rover - Austin 100 |
| Date of Entry | 22nd February, 2003 |