1993 Ford Escort LX 4dr Wagon
All photo credits
- Photo: 1993 Ford Escort LX 5-dr front left by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Ford Escort LX hatch front by IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1994 Ford Escort LX wagon by IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1993 Ford Escort LX 5-dr rear left by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1992 Ford Escort LX 4-door sedan, rear 5.26.18 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1993 Ford Escort LX 4dr Wagon is a 1.9-liter inline-4 wagon with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $10,742 MSRP.
EPA fuel-economy estimates are 26 mpg city and 33 mpg highway.
The Escort measures 171.3 inches long on a 98.4-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,419 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Wagon |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $10,742 ($24,160 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 1.9L inline-4, sequential fuel injected, naturally aspirated |
| Displacement | 1.9 L |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 26 MPG |
| Highway | 33 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 11 gal |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 13 in |
| Wheels Rear | 13 in |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 171.3 in |
| Width | 66.7 in |
| Height | 53.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 98.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,419 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38.4 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38.5 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.7 in |
| Legroom Rear | 34.6 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 53 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 53.7 in |
| Hip Room Front | 50.4 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 50.4 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1993 Ford Escort LX 4dr Wagon with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | Not rated |
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1993 Ford ESCORT. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Mar 23, 2006 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
NHTSA campaign 06E026000
Jun 2, 1994 · SUSPENSION:FRONT
THE OFFSET TOE ADJUSTING PIN CAN FRACTURE UNDER CONDITIONS SUCH AS TORSIONAL LOADS, FLEXING MOTION, IMPACT LOADS, AND OVERTORQUING.
Consequence: THIS CAN RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE STEERING CONTROL ANDAN ACCIDENT.
Remedy: DANA WILL PAY FOR REPLACEMENT AND LABOR COSTS OF THE ADJUSTMENT PIN WITHOUT CHARGE TO THE INSTALLING FACILITY AND THE VEHICLE OWNER. THESE PINS SHOULD BE REPLACED BY A FORD ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PIN ASSEMBLY. OWNER OR INSTALLER INQUIRIES CONCERNING THIS RECALL CAMPAIGN SHOULD CONTACT DANA SERVICE CENTER AT 1-800-248-9606.
NHTSA campaign 94E019000
Mar 26, 1994 · SEATS
THE LOCK PLATE OF THE DRIVER SIDE INBOARD SEAT TRACK ADJUSTERS WERE MANUFACTURED WITH AN UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATION TO THE FABRICATION PROCESS WHICH CAUSES THE SEAT NOT TO FULLY ENGAGE IN CERTAIN SEATING POSITIONS NEAR THE MID-POINT OF THE SEAT TRACK TRAVEL.
Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH THE SEAT CAN MOVE, WHICH WOULD RESULT IN REDUCED OCCUPANT PROTECTION.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DRIVER SIDE INBOARD SEAT TRACK.
NHTSA campaign 94V055000
388 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1993 Ford ESCORT
Owner Complaints
388 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1993 Ford ESCORT (31 mention a crash, 16 a fire, 27 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Seat Belts | 108 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 48 |
| Fuel System | 46 |
| Gasoline | 44 |
| Electrical System | 41 |
| Service Brakes | 30 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1993 FORD ESCORT. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.