1993 Ford Escort Station Wagon review from North America
"Very reliable and fuel efficient"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
So far, I've had no significant problems with this car.
It still has the original exhaust system! The temperature gauge stays in the middle except when stopped in heavy, highway traffic. Then, the gauge slowly creeps up, but the vehicle has never overheated.
I've had minor problems with the front suspension. That's about it.
Acceleration is sluggish, but what do you expect from a four cylinder engine?
General comments?
The body has virtually remained rust free. The car still looks great.
The overall gas mileage of 29.7 miles to the gallon has remained constant for the last three years.
The transmission and electrical system have always been reliable. Even the cruise control still works great.
I plan on keeping this car for another two years (probably another 26,000 miles).
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Year of manufacture | 1993 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.9 liter Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 62829 miles |
| Most recent distance | 119200 miles |
| Previous car | Geo Metro |
| Date of Entry | 6th August, 2001 |