1996 Ford Escort GT 2dr Hatchback
The 1996 Ford Escort GT 2dr Hatchback is a 1.8-liter inline-4 hatchback with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $13,595 MSRP.
EPA fuel-economy estimates are 22 mpg city and 28 mpg highway.
The Escort measures 170.0 inches long on a 98.4-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| MSRP | $13,595 ($28,160 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 1.8L DOHC inline-4 (Mazda-sourced), multi-port fuel injected, naturally aspirated |
| Displacement | 1.8 L |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 22 MPG |
| Highway | 28 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 13 gal |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 15 in (aluminum alloy) |
| Wheels Rear | 15 in (aluminum alloy) |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 170 in |
| Width | 66.7 in |
| Height | 52.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 98.4 in |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38.4 in |
| Headroom Rear | 37.6 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.7 in |
| Legroom Rear | 34.6 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 53 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 52.6 in |
| Hip Room Front | 51.3 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 51.3 in |
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars