Ford Escort Hatchback 1.3 L 5d (1992/K) Ford Escort Hatchback 1.3 L 5d (1992/K) - Owner Review Drives nicely - nothing special. Does slide on wet roads as tyres are thin. 3 Want to know everything there is to know about this car? Then click on a link to see other car buying advice and help including car reviews, car valuations and cars for sale. Tweet Value 4 out of 5 Good Value for Money - Low spec, Low price, Low insurance! Costs 4 out of 5 Parts VERY cheap. MPG - good around town, fantastic on long hauls (450 per tank). Driving 3 out of 5 Drives nicely - nothing special. Does slide on wet roads as tyres are thin. Performance 2 out of 5 SLUGGISH - No 3rd gear. Can't pull away in a hurry, but is a steady little car. Reliability 5 out of 5 2 years - No probs. Image 2 out of 5 Doesn't turn heads. Basic - no spoiler etc. Seems EVERYONE owns/has owned an Escort! Comfort 3 out of 5 Durable - Seats a bit uncomfy for long journeys. Get an Insurance Quote We've gathered the biggest companies on the market in one place to save you money. Get quote > Security 1 out of 5 What Security?? Weak Locks - need diff key for boot lock as others have loosened. Service 1 out of 5 N/A Problems Bodywork Rust on rear wheel arches. Engine - Gearbox - Other Alternator failed. Ownership Did you buy the car new? No Would you buy the same model again? No Did you buy from the same manufacturer again? Yes Help buying the Ford Escort Hatchback Read the Parkers review View the facts and figures Get a finance quote Compare cars costs