The Ford Escort premiered for the 1981 model year as both a two-door hatchback and four-door station wagon (the wagon appeared a year later). For the first generation, the Escort was equipped with a 1.6L inline four-cylinder engine capable of around 68 horsepower mated to a five-speed manual transmission or an optional three-speed automatic. In 1983, the Escort parts were given a slight redesign, which included a new 2.0L diesel inline four-cylinder engine and a peppier 1.6L turbocharged inline four-cylinder that produced 120 horsepower. 1985 ushered in another set of updates. Bigger rear windows and less chrome were the most noticeable differences in accessories. The second generation of the Escort rolled off the line for 1991. It was moved to the Mazda B platform along with the Mazda 323 and Protege. A 1.9L engine featuring an Electronic Distributorless Ignition System (EDIS) was standard and married to a four-speed automatic transmission. Ford began the second running of the Escort by offering only a hatchback body-style, which caused sales to slow. But in 1992, the sedan Escort became available, subsequently helping raise the model's popularity.
Ford used an innovative marketing strategy with the Escort, offering "one price" for the hatchback, sedan, or wagon, complete with all the optional parts. Trim levels for the Ford Escort were the LX, Pony, and GT. The Pony was the standard trim and was outfitted with the 1.9L inline four-cylinder engine while the luxury LX trims offered more amenities. A Sport package also became available for the model, which was made similar to the GT. The Escort GT stood out on its own thanks to a sportier accessories and profile than the rest of its brethren. The GT got its power from a dual-overhead cam four-cylinder engine courtesy of Mazda. 1997 saw the arrival of the third generation of the Ford Escort. The hatchback body-style was replaced by a coupe, which was dubbed the ZX2 (which took over for the popular GT). Standard was a 2.0L inline four-cylinder engine while the coupe showed off a 2.0L Zetec DOHC four-cylinder (optional for the sedan and wagon). Transmissions ranged between a five-speed manual and four-speed automatic, as with the previous two series.
For 1997, trims for the sedan Escort were the base and the LX, but a year later, Ford changed it to the LX and SE. The Sport trim of the Ford Escort showcased such standard parts as aluminum wheels, a rear spoiler, a sport-exhaust tip, and a tachometer. The wagon was kept pretty much the same on the outside. However, the interior parts of the Ford Escort were redesigned, as were the taillights and reflectors. By 2002, plans were made by Ford to discontinue the model in favor of the Focus, a similarly-styled car that would be directed towards a similar demographic in the lineup. However, the Ford Escort can be credited with helping the American automaker take back a share of the roads during the 1980s. Fittingly, the model has been recognized throughout the industry by numerous media outlets and critics for its price and performance including being named a Consumer guide Best Buy (1998). In 2002, Automobile Magazine went on to claim that the Ford Escort was "easily the best all-around competitor in its class."
This sporty machine has more than made some waves. The Ford Escort stands alone in a class where most of its competition is bland, monotonous, and under-performing. That's not the case with this vehicle, as the Ford Escort boasts a legacy of economy, style, and performance most in its class couldn't compete with. As this car becomes more and more "high profile", that means giving yours a more personal feel is a top priority. At CARiD, we've got the Ford Escort accessories that do the trick.
Our entire selection of Ford Escort Accessories and Parts is full of the highest quality options for you to choose from. Whatever you need to put a stamp on your ride is available, including chrome trim, grilles, wheels, wood dash kits, floor mats, and more. All of our Ford Escort accessories and parts come from expert manufacturers to ensure a precise OEM fit and unrivaled durability. We throw in the best value possible to make it worth your while. The time has come for your car to make its presence felt!
JKS® - Factory Style Rear Spoiler - ZX2
Ford Escort ZX2 1997, Factory Style Rear Spoiler. Spoilers are usually standard equipment on the factory hot rods. But even if you don't have the big horsepower engine under the hood, you can still give your car the same look as the high-performance models with this Rear Spoiler. Inexpensive and ...
Market price: $173.75 - $280.00
Custom Style - Lighted Rear Spoiler - ESCORT
Ford Escort 1997-2003, Custom Style - Lighted Rear Spoiler. Add a distinct look to your vehicle and make it stand-out from the masses!!!
Market price: $181.25 - $287.50
WeatherTech® - All-Weather Floor Mats
Ford Escort 1991, All-Weather Floor Mats by WeatherTech®. The mats have deeply sculpted channels designed to trap water, road salt, mud and sand. All-Weather Floor Mats also have anti-skid ridges to prevent shifting in your vehicle and come with a protective, non-stick finish to make cleanup ...
Market price: $56.25 - $137.44
K&N® - 69 Series Typhoon Short Ram Intake Kit
Ford Escort 2000, 69 Series Typhoon Short Ram Intake Kit by K&N®, Polished. Improve airflow and increase horsepower and torque on your vehicle. This intake kit replaces the factory air intake system with a free flowing K&N air filter and custom designed air intake tube. The end result is bett...
Market price: $244.55
SPEC-D® - Black Euro Headlights
Ford Escort 1997, Black Euro Headlights by Spec-D®, 1 Pair. Featuring highly efficient reflectors, these headlights provide much brighter and clearer light beam. While making your driving safer, they also give your vehicle a modern look.
Market price: $216.75
NOTTO® SE - Complete HID Conversion Kit
Ford Escort 1998, Complete HID Conversion Kit by Notto®. Give your vehicle the brightest of bright lights with a High Intensity Discharge (HID) Xenon Light System Conversion Kit. Say goodbye to dim and boring factory lights that struggle to show you the way. Notto's state-of-the art HID technolog...
Market price: $124.94 - $156.19
Ford Escort that used to be very popular back in 1980's (though quickly lost its popularity) may revive soon. As stated by Next Energy News, Ford is developing a new 100 mpg plug-in hybrid named Escort which will appear in 2011. The future model will be nothing like old Escort, making you forget the negative feelings found with usual Escort, because it won't share design or platform with other Ford vehicles. Moreover, the hybrid system is not expected to be either leased, or borrowed from any other automaker.
Ford has chosen the Single mode Plug-in Hybrid system, giving up on the Dual-mode Hybrid offered by GM and Chrysler, expecting it to be premium with the introduction of Super Batteries. Named "Super Batteries", the nanotech lithium-ion batteries from A123 Systems are expected to last for 10 years/150,000 miles. Indeed, these batteries are superior due to high power technology used, which is based on new highly active nanoscale materials. The materials, in their turn, are quick charging, non explosive, inexpensive, and nontoxic.
The new Escort Hybrid will eventually become a rival to the Prius and the forthcoming GM Volt. Ford is actually in urge to release the 2011 Escort before the Volt hits the market.
Whether you plan to improve your vehicle's performance or simply want to add some flare to its style, we store a comprehensive collection of accessories and parts designed specifically for your vehicle. Whatever product you choose, you are guaranteed to get nothing but the premium quality, unrivaled performance, and unique style. Understanding that your vehicle deserves only the top accessories and parts, we carefully handpicked each single item. And be sure all of them are manufactured by the most reputable companies in the industry, so the quality is beyond any doubts. If you still are not sure what product to choose, you are welcome to check 42 reviews with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, and define what accessory perfectly fits both your vehicle and your pocket.
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