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2003 Ford Escort
ZX2
CarGurus Instant Market Value
$13,750
2 listings nationwide

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1997 Ford Probe
GT
CarGurus Instant Market Value
$17,255

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Expert Reviews Reviews from CarGurus experts.

2003 Ford Escort
ZX2

The last of a classic breed, the 2003 Ford Escort was the final model in one of the automaker's top-selling economy lines. The popular subcompact was designed as a low-cost family car...

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1997 Ford Probe
GT
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User Reviews Reviews from CarGurus users who have driven or owned the car.

2003 Ford Escort
ZX2
65
Amanda 2003 Ford Escort ZX2Review:

:d — exterior is a newer style. interior is nice. not to bad on gas. easy to drive. lately have had probl...

Primary Use: Family transportation

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Austin 2003 Ford Escort ZX2Review:

Escort Zx2 (lead Footer) — This car handles nimbly, probably due to the light weight, but the stock tires don't have very much ...

Primary Use: Sport/fun (spirited driving, track racing, off-roading, etc.)

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Pato 2003 Ford Escort ZX2Review:

Ford Escort — Si lo llevas al piso queda hermosooo. Bastante fragil pero se la banca. Tiene buena mecanica y si lo...

Primary Use: Sport/fun (spirited driving, track racing, off-roading, etc.)

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1997 Ford Probe
GT
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Kenneth 1997 Ford Probe GTReview:

Could Do With Soft Top — fast on exceleration very quick easy to handle stops on a tanner no repairs has very nice looks an n...

Primary Use: Sport/fun (spirited driving, track racing, off-roading, etc.)

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Gilson 1997 Ford Probe GTReview:

Id Get It Again — i loved this vehicle however this vehicle brought with it a lot of problems that ended up into proba...

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Tony 1997 Ford Probe GTReview:

Not A Bad Car, Throw In Some Upgrades And It's An Easy Sleeper!! — This car is very under rated! I was very pleased with the performance aspect, handles like a dream. ...

Primary Use: Sport/fun (spirited driving, track racing, off-roading, etc.)

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Specs

2003 Ford Escort
ZX2
1997 Ford Probe
GT
Powertrain
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
FWD
FWD
Fuel Economy, City
23 MPG
23 MPG
18 MPG
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Fuel Economy, Highway
28 MPG
30 MPG
24 MPG
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Fuel Tank Volume 12 gal 15 gal
Engine
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Gasoline
Gasoline
Gasoline
Power
130 hp @ 5,300 RPM
130 hp @ 5,300 RPM
164 hp @ 5,600 RPM
164 hp @ 5,600 RPM
Torque
135 lb-ft @ 4,500 RPM
135 lb-ft @ 4,500 RPM
160 lb-ft @ 4,800 RPM
160 lb-ft @ 4,800 RPM
Cylinders
4 cylinders
4 cylinders
6 cylinders
6 cylinders
Displacement
2,000 cc
2,000 cc
2,500 cc
2,500 cc
Safety
ABS Brakes Optional Optional
Driver Airbag Standard Standard
Passenger Airbag Standard Standard
NHTSA Crash Test Results
Front Driver 4 stars 5 stars
Front Passenger 4 stars 4 stars
Side Driver 1 stars --
Side Rear Passenger 4 stars --
Rollover (pre-2011) 4 stars --
Comfort and Convenience
Sunroof/Moonroof -- Optional
Leather Seats -- Optional
Air Conditioning Optional Optional
CD Player -- Optional
Cassette Player Standard Optional
Radio Standard Standard
Power Windows Optional Optional
Power Door Locks Optional Optional
Driver Power Seats -- Optional
Passenger Power Seats Optional Optional
Interior
Maximum Seating 4 seats 5 seats
Front Legroom 42.5 in 43.1 in
Back Legroom 33.4 in 28.5 in
Payload and Towing
Cargo Volume -- 18.8 cu ft
Exterior
Length 175.2 in 179.5 in
Width 67.4 in 69.8 in
Height 52.3 in 51.6 in
Wheelbase 98.4 in 102.8 in

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2003 Ford Escort
ZX2
1997 Ford Probe
GT

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