1993 Ford Orion LX review from UK and Ireland
"Reasonable car in its day"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Battery fizzed causing battery acid to eat the bodywork, result - water in passenger footwell (suppose it could be an 'optional' footspa).
Random failure of the headlights.
Fuel gauge accurate to +/- half a tank.
General bad electrics.
General comments?
Heavy steering and sluggish performance around town. 0 - 60 measured in minutes as long as you do not go up hill.
Superb fuel economy.
Never fails to start in all weathers.
Engine still solid at 103,000 miles.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1993 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 diesel Manual |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 45000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 103000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Fiesta |
| Date of Entry | 30th June, 2000 |