Ford Escort Hatchback 1.8 GTi 5d (AC) (1998/R) Ford Escort Hatchback 1.8 GTi 5d (AC) (1998/R) - Owner Review Drives superb. Especially at 130mph. 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 Could be better. Costs 5 out of 5 Good value for price. Driving 5 out of 5 Drives superb. Especially at 130mph. Performance 5 out of 5 Could be quicker off the mark, but great at higher speeds. Reliability 4 out of 5 Very good. Only fault has been starter motor (90,000m) in nearly 3yrs of ownership. Image 3 out of 5 Gets lost in the crowd. Comfort 5 out of 5 Good seats, excellent on long run. 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 4 out of 5 Alarm/immobiliser factory fitted. Dont forget locking wheelnuts. Service 4 out of 5 Varies from dealer to dealer. Problems Bodywork Fine. Engine Slight idle problem when using A/C. Gearbox Fine. Other - 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