Ford Escort Hatchback 1.8 Si (113ps) 5d (1997/P) Ford Escort Hatchback 1.8 Si (113ps) 5d (1997/P) - Owner Review Drives fairly sweetly. 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 3 out of 5 Good examples can be picked up cheap. Costs 4 out of 5 A good car for a low price. Driving 3 out of 5 Drives fairly sweetly. Performance 3 out of 5 Performance is ok. Could do with more than 115bhp squeezing out of the 1.8. Reliability 4 out of 5 I have had no real problems with this car so far. Image 2 out of 5 A good looking car. It's going to wear a set of GTi skirts soon, though. Comfort 4 out of 5 Very comfortable seats with plenty of room. Get an Insurance Quote We've gathered the biggest companies on the market in one place to save you money. Insurance group: 21 Get quote > Security 3 out of 5 I haven't experienced any problems as of yet, but am led to believe it's classic Ford security. Service 1 out of 5 I haven't had it service with Ford - I do it myself. Problems Bodywork Small spot of rust showing on wheel arch. Engine - Gearbox - Other Wheel bearing £18 - that's about it. Ownership Did you buy the car new? No Would you buy the same model again? Yes 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