1998 Ford Escort Review

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1998 Ford Escort is a Sedan 4-dr style car measuring 174.70 in length and 53.30 in height. Made in United States, 1998 Ford Escort has 4 trims priced by the manufacturer at 13,080 with just total of 1 recalls in the past 1998 Ford Escort. It’s seating 5 people with 2 doors and a rank size of 12.70 gallon. The engine is 2.0L L4 DOHC 16V and uses 25 - 28 of gasoline in the city and 25 - 28 on highways.

Make: Ford

Model: Escort

Trims Available: 4

Location: MEXICO

Body & Doors: COUPE 2-DR

Engine: 2.0L L4 DOHC 16V

Transmission: 4A | 5M

Driveline: FWD

Seats: 4

MSRP: $13,080 USD

MPG: 25 - 26 City / 33 HWY

Tires: 185/65R14

Tank Size: 13 gallon

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Ford Escort 1998 Trims

1998 Ford Escort LX

Engine: 2.0L L4 SOHC 8V

Transmission: 4A | 5M

Drivetrain: FWD

Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR

Seating: 5

MPG: 25 - 28 City / 34 - 38 HWY

1998 Ford Escort SE

Engine: 2.0L L4 SOHC 8V

Transmission: 4A | 5M

Drivetrain: FWD

Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR

Seating: 5

MPG: 25 - 28 City / 34 - 38 HWY

1998 Ford Escort ZX2 Hot

Engine: 2.0L L4 DOHC 16V

Transmission: 4A | 5M

Drivetrain: FWD

Body & Doors: COUPE 2-DR

Seating: 4

MPG: 25 - 26 City / 33 HWY

1998 Ford Escort ZX2 Cool

Engine: 2.0L L4 DOHC 16V

Transmission: 4A | 5M

Drivetrain: FWD

Body & Doors: COUPE 2-DR

Seating: 4

MPG: 25 - 26 City / 33 HWY

Vin Numbers

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Safety and Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

overall

Not Rated

front

Not Rated

rollover

Not Rated

side

Not Rated

* National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

IIHS Crash Test

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rollover

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* Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

Safety & Recalls

Recall 04E048000 started on /Date(1089604800000-0400)/.

Summary: CERTAIN TRW DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELTS MANUFACTURED ON DECEMBER 6 AND 9, 2002, FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR 1997 FORD ESCORT 4-DOOR AND STATION WAGON PLATFORM VEHICLES, FORD'S P/N F7CZ54611B09AAC. THE SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES EXHIBIT A NO-LOCK CONDITION WHICH DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 209, SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES.

Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE RESTRAINT SYSTEM MAY NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT, WHICH MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.

Remedy: TRW WILL NOTIFY THE CUSTOMERS WHO PURCHASED THE REPLACEMENT SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 27, 2004.

FAQ

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If you consider used 1998 Ford Escort look at maintenance fees and average fuel economy compared to similar models. 1998 Ford Escort’s uses 1 gallon of fuel for 25 - 28 miles, which is lower then 1997 Ford Escort.

The 1998 Ford Escort is FWD and isn't the best choice for driving in snow, as it doesn't have enough ground clearance.

Before going to the dealership, get an appraisal for your 1998 Ford Escort so you know how much it’s worth. Usually, the value of used 1998 Ford Escort is lower than $5,715.