Ford Escort Hatchback 1.8 Si 5d (1997/R) Ford Escort Hatchback 1.8 Si 5d (1997/R) - Owner Review Smooth and quiet. 4 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 overall. Costs 4 out of 5 Newer Zetec parts seem expensive. Driving 4 out of 5 Smooth and quiet. Performance 4 out of 5 Not a patch on RS2000 or Cosworth but no slouch either. Reliability 3 out of 5 Depends on how you drive it I guess? Image 3 out of 5 It's really only an Escort. Comfort 3 out of 5 Sports seats supportive. Can be a bit harsh in the back. 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 4 out of 5 It's Category 2 equipped from the factory. Service 3 out of 5 Do like to take their time about things. Problems Bodywork Some stone chips. Engine Erratic idle occasionally, due to idle speed control valve which can be fixed easily enough. Gearbox - Other Fuel pump failed at 48k miles. Temperature sender failed at 25k miles. 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