1998 Ford Escort GLX review from Australia and New Zealand
"Very good buy, cheap when new, and cheap to run"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Nothing of note. The battery failed at 2 years, replaced under warranty, rear muffler replaced after 4 years, otherwise just tyres have been replaced at 40000km.
General comments?
My car is an estate, has a lot of room for its class. It's not the fastest 4 cylinder car around, but is very comfortable on long trips at between 100km/h and 120km/h. It is also economical, doing 7 litres per 100km. It is cheap to service, each 15,000km, and has absolutely no rust after 5 years- it is garaged so I guess that helps.
Recommended Reviews:
  | Okay car so far |
| Reliable, sensible, economical and with basic creature comforts; BUY IT if you are on a budget :-) |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 Zetec Manual |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 0 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 63000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Ford Telstar |
| Date of Entry | 22nd May, 2003 |