Ford Escort Hatchback 1.8 GTi 5d (1997/R) Ford Escort Hatchback 1.8 GTi 5d (1997/R) - Owner Review Fun to drive. Suspension a bit harsh. 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 A good fun car. Costs 4 out of 5 Good value for money. Driving 4 out of 5 Fun to drive. Suspension a bit harsh. Performance 3 out of 5 Bit dated compared to newer fords. Reliability 4 out of 5 No problems over 40k miles in 15 months. Image 4 out of 5 Nice looking escort. Comfort 3 out of 5 Bit dated. Get an Insurance Quote We've gathered the biggest companies on the market in one place to save you money. Insurance group: 27 Get quote > Security 2 out of 5 Needs a good alarm. Service 1 out of 5 - Problems Bodywork - Engine - Gearbox Clutch failure at 70k miles. Other - 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