1998 Ford Escort ZX2 review from North America
"The best American built economy car on the road"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Carpet stains easily.
Tie-rod ends have been replaced twice.
General comments?
This car is one of the best cars you can buy for the money. I have had no problems out of the car, and have almost 150000 miles on it.
I have taken very good care of the car. I have had no problems with the motor, transmission, or anything else in the car. My only expense has been a clutch that was replaced for the first time at 105k miles.
If people would just take of the car and do everything the service guide says in the owners manual, then the car will last for a very long time. And I get about 30mpg!
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| Would recommend to anyone looking for a reliable, well made car in it's class |
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| 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 |
| Model year | 1998 |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 liter DOHC Manual |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 1 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 26000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 148539 miles |
| Date of Entry | 27th July, 2008 |