1989 Merkur XR4Ti 2Dr Hatchback review from North America
"Great balance of comfort, affordability, and performance"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
When I bought the car it was constantly overheating. I installed a Saab 900 radiator, and installed a new pair of 10" cooling fans.
Ran great after that.
General comments?
Bought the car with brand new suspension. The XR4Ti corners almost as well as the Subaru Impreza WRX (which I have also driven)... and this is only rear wheel drive!!!
The first time I got in the car I stayed off the throttle through 1st gear. When I shifted into 2nd I floored it, and it seemed to go no where. When the RPM stared to climb it really sunk me back in my seat.
The 0-60 isn't the most impressive, but it is the 40-80 that will get you. This is a real Integra killer.
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| Outstanding! |
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| Unique performance and design with uncommon practicality |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1989 |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.3L turbo Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
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| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 100000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 127000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 17th September, 2004 |