1989 Ford Fiesta XR2i review from UK and Ireland
"A great looking performance hatch"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Be very wary of buying 1989/1990 XR2i's. They can be identified by a small valve fitted to the air filter housing.
I have had nothing but problems with my XR2i since I bought it. The car idles eratically, sometimes as high as 3000rpm. Quoted £400 by Ford to upgrade to the later spec (1990 - on) where the valve is fitted to the block.
Apart from that, it had a new exhaust when I bought it. After 8 months the clutch went and it also needed a new steering rack for an MOT. I think I bought a neglected car??
General comments?
The power is there when you need it and it can cruise when you don't.
The exterior looks great with the row of four fogs under the bumper and it just oozes attitude.
Comes loaded with central locking, electric windows and some with a heated front screen.
My advice is definitely buy a later model, H onwards.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6i petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 5/10 |
| Comfort marks | 4/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 89000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 104000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Fiesta |
| Date of Entry | 19th September, 2000 |