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Ford Escort III (GAA,AWA,ABFT,AVA) 1.6 XR3i (105 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)). With 133 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.2 l/100km). Weighing only 870 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.7 s). The top speed reaches 182 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.6 XR3i (105 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A spirited and lively engine, offering strong acceleration and a sporty driving experience, marking it as a desirable hot hatch.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is secondary to performance, but still acceptable for a performance-oriented model of its time.
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(III Turnier (AWA): 1981 - 1985).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Escort |
| Generation: | III (GAA,AWA,ABFT,AVA) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 XR3i (105 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1982 |
| End of production: | 1985 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 105 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 65.7 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Torque: | 133 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1597 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Compression ratio: | 9:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.9 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.7 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.7 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 182 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.3 kg/Hp, 120.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.5 kg/Nm, 152.9 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 870 |
| Max. weight: | 1375 |
| Max load: | 505 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1378 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 305 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 48 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3966 mm mm |
| Width: | 1640 mm mm |
| Height: | 1337 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2396 mm mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Tires size | 185/60 HR13 |
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