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1998 Ford Escort 4 Dr SE Sedan Reviews

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A Reliable And Good Mpg Vehicle From Ford!

By: Eugene129
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06/24/2008

A perfect addition to a guy who drives a gas-guzzling pickup truck: me! I pretty much use the Escort on any long trip I have to make, because of the excellent almost 30 MPG that it gets. With 85,000 miles on the odometer, the car continues to run strong, and will hopefully continue to do so for as long as I need it. It's looks aren't the greatest compared to other economy vehicles of its class... but who needs style when you're getting great gas mileage.

Pros: Gas mileage, comfort, reliability
Cons: Ugly
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Good For Someone That Has To Drive A Lot

By: kwolf1234
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08/30/2009

I had this car for about 2 years. I bought it with 101000 on it and someone had shade tree fixed the radiator before i got it. The engine blew 65 miles after i got it. It was peppy for a 4cyl. seats 4 uncomfortably. It had better handling than what I thought it would.

Pros: good gas mileage
Cons: 4 cyl., commutor car
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A Great College Car

By: Zachary564
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08/18/2009

The car isn't very quick but it has a bit of kick to it. She's currently sitting with a bad connecting rod after 197k miles. I can't wait to put another engine in her and start having fun again :D

Pros: IRS, 5 speed, economical
Cons: not gonna win many drag races
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Hidden Gem

By: Pacer_342
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08/17/2009

This was actually one of the best made cars I've ever owned.  
Had we not gotten pregnant and my wife wanting a larger
vehicle we'd probably still own it.  It was fun to drive, got
great fuel economy and was comfy, even for my 6'1" frame.

Pros: Spunky, comfy, well made
Cons: Had an Escort logo on it
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Good To Start With...

By: Kwaku5
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06/16/2009

It really picks up speed fast when u step on d accelerator.
Braking is great and it handles well. Not had any problem with
it in terms of its build. Looks great on the eyes, inside and
outside. Fuel economy is great for a 2.0 litres and
maintenance is okay, higher than average tho. It sure is fun
to drive.

Pros: Performance
Cons: The engine is a bit noisy tho smooth.
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1998 Ford Escort ZX2 Sport black Send to a Friend
By: Kareem207
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11/13/2008

i love this car very much this car preformance is great its accelaration is not very good because it is a bit heavy and its braking is very good and handling on high roads is over wounderful its apperance from the out side is very good and from the interior perfect. has a low millage of gas on the high roads

Pros: its very tough and could bare bad roads and strong
Cons: it is low in hight
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I Never Thought I've Have An American Made As My First, But I Like It.

1998 Ford Escort 4 Dr SE Sedan picture
By: Brittany740
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06/20/2008

I like my car, even though there's a single power lock, but the gas mileage makes up for it. good trunk space lol. relaible car overall can't complain.

Pros: good on gas, good brakes, nice size
Cons: acceleration is kinda slow
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My Car

By: Richard3387
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06/20/2008

i like escorts because they are easy to fix .

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Its A Ford

By: Joel766
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04/28/2008

Had it for a year and a half and actually still have it. It doesnt run right now and no one will buy it! Its just not a wanted car from any aspect!

Pros: Not alot at all!
Cons: The SOHC 2.0L engine has alot of problems! Make sure to get the DOHC.
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Reliable

By: Chris3995
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01/20/2008

This is my everyday driver, it has 117,000 miles on it, and you will not hear me say too many things bad about it.

Pros: great gas milage, very reliable, easy to maintain, easy to fix
Cons: rattles
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