1995 Eagle Talon ESi review from North America
"I don't know how anyone could want a different car after owning this one."
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The fuel pump and timing belt failed around 75,000 miles. This car is dual over-head cam, and because of this, compression was lost in two of the four cylinders.
The rear windshield wiper comes loose frequently, and is a pain to have to fix it so often. (At least five times a year.)
General comments?
This car has been wonderful to me. Most of the problems I have experienced with it are a direct result of abuse it sustained from its previous owner.
The passenger side is a little bit uncomfortable due to the contouring of center console.
The back seat is very cramped. I like to refer to this car as a two-seater with only enough room for a three-year-old in the back.
The car is comparable to a tank. I have been rear-ended three times, all at speeds under 30 miles-per-hour, and the car has only scratched once. This scratch was easily taken care of with a small amount of rubbing compound.
This car handles extremely well in the snow. I have made it through two Michigan winters with it, and have had no problems driving it through 12 inches of newly fallen snow.
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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 | 4 Cylinder Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 60000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 90000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 21st April, 2003 |