1997 Ford Escort review from India
"Wonder car from Ford!!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Not the best first gear response. But I guess this is a compromise with diesel cars.
My car's AC has reduced effect and needs to be checked.
Only repair till date has been a clutch wheel replacement costing me Rs.800/-
General comments?
Elegence with high level of comfort!!
Excellent interiors and boot space.
Very impressive mileage:
12-13 km/ltr within city (without AC)
11 km/ltr within city (with AC)
18-19 km/ltr on long runs (without AC)
17 km/ltr on long runs (with AC)
Strong & sturdy body with excellent safety features.
Recommended Reviews:
  | Would recommend to anyone looking for a reliable, well made car in it's class |
  | Quite possibly the biggest pile of plop I ever owned! |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 diesel Don't Know |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 73000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 89000 kilometres |
| Date of Entry | 20th April, 2006 |