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Ford Escort III Turnier (AWA) 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 Turnier (AWA) Overview:
Ford Escort (III Turnier (AWA)). A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.3 (69 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A good compromise, offering adequate power for most daily driving scenarios without feeling overly strained.
Fuel Economy
Reasonable fuel economy, balancing performance with running costs effectively for its class.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Practical and spacious station wagon body style
- • Good fuel economy with the diesel engine option
- • Simple, robust mechanicals for easier maintenance
- • Affordable to buy and run in its era
- • Decent handling for a front-wheel-drive car of its time
Cons:
- • Basic safety features by modern standards
- • Limited performance from smaller petrol engines
- • Dated interior design and materials
- • Prone to rust, especially in older models
- • Lack of modern amenities and refinement
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III (GAA,AWA,ABFT,AVA): 1980 - 1985).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Escort |
| Generation: | III Turnier (AWA) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.3 (69 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1981 |
| End of production: | 1985 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| 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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