1999 Ford Escort Review Summary & Specs
LX Sedan
Stylish, fun to drive and practical.
Summary & Specs
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Sporty, quick and fun to drive, the Ford EscortZX2 is a great choice for active single folks. Roomy rear seats and generous trunk space make it practical for going out on the town or packing up for a cross-country haul.
Its performance may not quite measure up to its aggressive appearance, but the ZX2 compares favorably against its competitors. Its driving fun and top-notch comfort and quality provide a winning blend.
Specs
| Vehicle Category |
Compact Cars |
| Editor |
Mitch McCullough, Editor-in-Chief |
| Model Lineup |
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| Engines (standard) |
2.0-liter dohc 16v inline 4-cylinder |
| Transmissions (standard) |
5-speed manual |
| Engines (optional) |
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| Transmissions (optional) |
4-speed automatic |
| Safety Equipment (standard) |
Dual airbags |
| Safety Equipment (optional) |
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| Basic Warranty |
3 years/36,000 miles |
| Assembled In |
Hermosillo, Mexico |
| Manufacturer Phone |
1-800-392-FORD |
| Manufacturer URL |
www.ford.com |
| Base Price MSRP |
$13,705 |
Specs as Tested
| Model Tested MSRP |
ZX2 |
| Standard Equipment |
AM/FM radio, center console, split-folding rear seat, intermittent wipers, passenger vanity mirror, rear seat heat ducts, power mirrors |
| Options as Tested (MSRP) |
Air conditioning, AM/FM stereo with in-dash CD and six-disc trunk-mounted CD changer, keyless remote entry, power windows, power locks, tilt steering, floor mats, Sport |
| Destination Charge |
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| Gas Guzzler Tax |
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| Price as Tested |
$15,740 |
| Layout |
Front-wheel drive |
| Horse Power |
130 @ 5750 |
| Torque |
127 @ 4250 |
| Fuel Economy |
25/33 |
| Wheelbase |
98.4 |
| Length/Width/Height |
175.2/67.4/52.3 |
| Track Front/Rear |
56.5/56.5 |
| Turning Radius |
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| Seating Capacity |
5/4 |
| Front Head/Hip/Leg room |
38.0/51.1/42.5 |
| Middle Head/Hip/Leg room |
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| Rear Head/Hip/Leg room |
35.1/45.1/33.4 |
| Trunk Volume |
11.8 |
| Payload |
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| Towing Capacity |
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| Front Suspension |
Independent |
| Rear Suspension |
Independent |
| Ground Clearance |
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| Curb Weight |
2504 |
| Stock Tires |
P185/60R15 |
| Brakes Front/Rear |
disc/drum with optional ABS |
| Fuel Capacity |
12.8 |