Ford Escort Hatchback 1.8 Ghia 5d (AC) (1997/R) Ford Escort Hatchback 1.8 Ghia 5d (AC) (1997/R) - Owner Review Ok 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 Average mpg. Costs 4 out of 5 Cheap to buy for a car of this spec and cheap to maintain. Driving 4 out of 5 Ok Performance 4 out of 5 As fast as the GTI and SI models. Reliability 3 out of 5 A few minor things, but generally reliable and cheap to fix. Image 4 out of 5 A nice looking car, not sure about the fake wood dash. Comfort 3 out of 5 Good, but you often get a sore lower back after long journeys. 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 Only standard equipment, not great, but will hopefully prevent any theft. Service 3 out of 5 Ok Problems Bodywork Afew stone shippings. Engine - Gearbox - Other Needed a new exhaust. 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