1998 Ford Escort Consumer Reviews Page 10

Satisfied Customer

Written by: mto on 07/08/2002

Vehicle

1998 Ford Escort 2 Dr ZX2 Cool Coupe

Review

Have had this vehicle almost a year now. Very satisfied with performance and gas mileage. I avg. about 32 mpg driving a mixture of about 70% interstate and 30% city. Some interior improvements would make life easier (see "Suggested Improvements").

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

- Wish there was a trunk-release switch inside the car. - Wish the remote control would unlock the passenger door (i.e. if press "Unlock" button twice). Currently will only unlock driver's door.

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98 zx2

Written by: ritchmonty on 06/09/2002

Vehicle

1998 Ford Escort 2 Dr ZX2 Cool Coupe

Review

runs great and gets 35 mpg. Everything under hood is very well designed.

Favorite Features

2.0l vtec engine,driver controls within easy access

Suggested Improvements

cup holders,gear ratio of transmission

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Sweetness!

Written by: K on 05/09/2002

Vehicle

1998 Ford Escort 4 Dr LX Sedan

Review

Its Cool. I turbo'd it so it runs like 267 Horsepower now. I put racing parts on it. It runs like a 12-13 second 1/4. Probably Closer to 12

Favorite Features

The sporty look. It is an LX Sport.

Suggested Improvements

None. Unless you want a good sound system or better performance, You can actually get these things to go.

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hauling Goods & Dogs

Written by: SEwagon on 04/16/2002

Vehicle

1998 Ford Escort 4 Dr SE Wagon

Review

Great in town -peppy drive if you stay in torque range (3750 & up)--easy lane changes, great visibility, intr. noise low. seat best in near upright. Yoko Avid Touring tires are a perfect compliment to this wagon! Frim, stable, grip, and corner. Wagon will oversteer if you don't go spritely into the corner--waking up stabliz'n rear assembly. Ford means 80lbs in the boot! Heavy loads off the axle are nerve racking. Drop the seat --pull it out! Smart pack can put 625lbs of goods in; predictable ride follows. Very Utilitarian w/smart looks--Ford really did a nice exit w/the escort wagon!

Favorite Features

drive;mpg; 3rd & 4th gear ratio (keep up rpm); clean burn; back hatch accomdates big loads ; low used car price tag. Better Econ. than Most!

Suggested Improvements

lateral seat support; torque @2500RPM for short inner city hauls; more sound dampening in hatch. Fuelmiser.TM-- has improved MPG to 31/42 (11.6%increase) 24% less HC; 15% less NOx; 10% less CO2; 68% less CO;---can you say ULEV? see CA -EPA/ CARB ex. sum. #D-421

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Wagon's Ho !

Written by: Phranq on 04/08/2002

Vehicle

1998 Ford Escort 4 Dr SE Sedan

Review

I bought a used '98 SE Wagon with ~25K miles. Overall I am very satisfied with the performance and reliability of the wagon so far. The extra cargo area and roof rack have come in handy when hauling stuff and taking a short trip. Great Gas mileage (35+ on freeway with automatic trans.) and the controls are logically placed. Great Used car for the $ and features.

Favorite Features

Remote keyless entry, power mirrors, Cruise, covered cargo area, good gas mileage, responsive steering.

Suggested Improvements

Seats are uncomfortable, they need a higher headrest.

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AWESOME ZX2

Written by: zx2racer on 04/05/2002

Vehicle

1998 Ford Escort 2 Dr ZX2 Cool Coupe

Review

I have a ZX2 that has 60+k and have no problems with it. This car has power, looks,& it's made in the great U.S.A. I would tell any of my friends to go out and buy a ZX2.

Favorite Features

Great look, fast, & made in the U.S.A.

Suggested Improvements

Make a six speed manual.

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Great basic transportation!

Written by: JPH on 03/29/2002

Vehicle

1998 Ford Escort 4 Dr LX Sedan

Review

We have really enjoyed this car. We have 75,000 miles on it and have no problems. It is great basic transportation. Excellent gas mileage 34 city, 39 highway

Favorite Features

Gas mileage, handles well

Suggested Improvements

Long trips can get a little uncomfortable, but not bad

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great little car with get up and go

Written by: slats on 03/27/2002

Vehicle

1998 Ford Escort 4 Dr LX Sedan

Review

I purchased the escort five years ago and have had no problems whatever. It has more get up and go then would be expected and the gas mileage has been 27 to 29 pg. Just this past month the generator failed. first time I had to send money on it other then tires and windshield wipers. Currently 95,000 miles.

Favorite Features

Great gas mileage, good looking attractive car that drives well.

Suggested Improvements

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not gooood

Written by: LikesALittleMonster on 03/15/2002

Vehicle

1998 Ford Escort 2 Dr ZX2 Hot Coupe

Review

man i got a 98 with 50k and all ready MAIN Body Frame rusting (inside under Fenders) engine loud as hell, drive is horroble, inside look - looks like from a STONE AGE when ppl live in caves, seat are SUPER UNCONFTEBLE my back hurts from 10 min drive in em, its got a nice out side look ill give a + to that and the rest is horoble a sport car with 130 horse and inside looks like crap

Favorite Features

out side look body

Suggested Improvements

everything INSIDE

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