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Ford Escort III (GAA,AWA,ABFT,AVA) 1.3 (69 Hp)
Overall Rating
Ford Escort:
The Ford Escort is a small family car that was manufactured by Ford of Europe from 1968 until 2004. In total, the six generations were spread across three basic platforms: the original, rear-wheel-drive Mk. 1/Mk. 2 , the "Erika" front-wheel-drive Mk. 3/Mk. 4 , and the final CE-14 Mk. 5/Mk. 6 version. Its successor, the Ford Focus, was released in 1998, but the final generation of Escort was phased out gradually, with the panel van version ending production in 2002 in favour of the Ford Transit Connect....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III (GAA,AWA,ABFT,AVA) Overview:
Ford Escort (III (GAA,AWA,ABFT,AVA)). A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.3 (69 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Adequate for daily driving, a step up from the 1.1L models, offering a better balance of power for suburban roads.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy for its displacement, providing a sensible balance between performance and running costs.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Practical and spacious hatchback design for its era
- • Wide range of engines catering to various needs, from economy to performance
- • Iconic performance variants (XR3i, RS Turbo) are highly collectible
- • Generally robust mechanicals and good parts availability for common models
- • Front-wheel drive offered improved handling and interior space over its predecessor
Cons:
- • Basic safety features by modern standards
- • Prone to rust, especially in older models
- • Dated interior design and materials compared to contemporary vehicles
- • Base engines are unrefined and underpowered
- • Limited comfort features and ride quality can be harsh on some trims
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II (ATH): 1979 - 1980).
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| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Escort |
| Generation: | III (GAA,AWA,ABFT,AVA) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.3 (69 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1980 |
| End of production: | 1985 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Engine: | |
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| Power: | 69 Hp |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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