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Ford Escort Generation

Years1986–1990
BodyHatchback
Variants42

The Ford Escort Generation is a hatchback, produced 1986–1990. This generation includes 42 variants available in Petrol and Diesel, with outputs ranging from 50 to 132 hp. The quickest variant in this generation reaches 100 km/h in 8.7 seconds. All variants in this generation use FRONT WHEEL DRIVE drive. Select a variant below to compare full specifications, or use the fuel filter to narrow the list by powertrain type.

Ford Escort 1986 front view

Ford Escort Generation42 variants

Top max speed in this generationBest consumption in this generationLongest electric range in this generationLowest CO₂ emissions in this generation
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Variant
Power
0–100
Cons.
CO₂
Ford Escort 1.6 RS Turbo
1,597 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
132hp / 97 kW
8.7s
7.9l/100km
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Ford Escort 1.6 XR3i
1,597 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
105hp / 77 kW
10.5s
8.0l/100km
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Ford Escort 1.6 XR3i
1,597 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
102hp / 75 kW
10.8s
7.8l/100km
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Ford Escort 1.6i Eurostar
1,597 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
90hp / 66 kW
11.5s
7.9l/100km
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Ford Escort 1.6i Europa
1,597 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
90hp / 66 kW
11.5s
7.9l/100km
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Ford Escort 1.6i Bravo
1,597 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
90hp / 66 kW
11.5s
7.9l/100km
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Ford Escort 1.6i CL
1,597 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
90hp / 66 kW
11.5s
7.9l/100km
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Ford Escort 1.6 Bravo
1,597 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
90hp / 66 kW
10.8s
6.8l/100km
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Ford Escort 1.6 CL CTX
1,597 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
90hp / 66 kW
10.8s
6.8l/100km
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Ford Escort 1.6 CL
1,597 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
90hp / 66 kW
-s
7.6l/100km
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Ford Escort 1.6 CL
1,597 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
90hp / 66 kW
10.8s
6.8l/100km
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Ford Escort 1.6 GT
1,597 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
88hp / 65 kW
11.2s
6.8l/100km
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Ford Escort 1.6 Eurostar
1,597 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
88hp / 65 kW
11.2s
6.8l/100km
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Ford Escort 1.6 Europa
1,597 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
88hp / 65 kW
11.2s
6.8l/100km
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Ford Escort 1.6 CL
1,597 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
88hp / 65 kW
11.2s
6.8l/100km
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Ford Escort 1.4 Europa CTX
1,392 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
75hp / 55 kW
13.5s
7.4l/100km
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Ford Escort 1.4 CL CTX
1,392 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
75hp / 55 kW
13.5s
7.4l/100km
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Ford Escort 1.4i Eurostar
1,392 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
73hp / 54 kW
13.3s
7.1l/100km
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Ford Escort 1.4i Europa
1,392 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
73hp / 54 kW
13.3s
7.1l/100km
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Ford Escort 1.4i Bravo
1,392 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
73hp / 54 kW
13.3s
7.1l/100km
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Ford Escort 1.4i CL
1,392 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
73hp / 54 kW
13.3s
7.1l/100km
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Ford Escort 1.4 Bravo
1,392 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
73hp / 54 kW
12.9s
7.2l/100km
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Ford Escort 1.4 CL
1,392 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
73hp / 54 kW
12.9s
7.2l/100km
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Ford Escort 1.4 C
1,392 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
73hp / 54 kW
12.9s
7.2l/100km
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Ford Escort 1.8 D Eurostar
1,753 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
60hp / 44 kW
16.8s
5.4l/100km
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Ford Escort 1.8 D Europa
1,753 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
60hp / 44 kW
16.8s
5.4l/100km
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Ford Escort 1.8 D Bravo
1,753 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
60hp / 44 kW
16.8s
5.4l/100km
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Ford Escort 1.8 D CL
1,753 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
60hp / 44 kW
16.8s
5.4l/100km
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Ford Escort 1.8 D C
1,753 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
60hp / 44 kW
16.8s
5.4l/100km
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Ford Escort 1.3 Bravo
1,296 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
60hp / 44 kW
15.5s
5.7l/100km
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Ford Escort 1.3 CL
1,296 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
60hp / 44 kW
15.5s
5.7l/100km
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Ford Escort 1.3 C
1,296 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
60hp / 44 kW
15.5s
5.7l/100km
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Ford Escort 1.3 Bravo
1,296 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
60hp / 44 kW
15.4s
6.9l/100km
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Ford Escort 1.3 CL
1,296 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
60hp / 44 kW
15.4s
6.9l/100km
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Ford Escort 1.3 C
1,296 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
60hp / 44 kW
15.4s
6.9l/100km
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Ford Escort 1.3 CL
1,296 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
60hp / 44 kW
15.4s
6.7l/100km
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Ford Escort 1.3 C
1,296 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
60hp / 44 kW
15.4s
6.7l/100km
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Ford Escort 1.6 D Bravo
1,598 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
54hp / 40 kW
18.9s
5.2l/100km
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Ford Escort 1.6 D CL
1,598 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
54hp / 40 kW
18.9s
5.2l/100km
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Ford Escort 1.6 D C
1,598 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
54hp / 40 kW
18.9s
5.2l/100km
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Ford Escort 1.1 CL
1,117 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
50hp / 37 kW
18.2s
6.5l/100km
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Ford Escort 1.1 C
1,117 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
50hp / 37 kW
18.2s
6.5l/100km
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Updated Jun 2026 · Specifications sourced from manufacturer press releases and homologation documents.

Quick answers

What body type is the Ford Escort (1986-1990)?

The Ford Escort (1986-1990) is a hatchback. All 42 variants in this generation share this body configuration. Full specifications including dimensions, weight, and cargo volume are listed on each variant page.

How many variants does the Ford Escort (1986-1990) have?

The Ford Escort (1986-1990) has 42 variants, each representing a distinct combination of engine output, transmission type, and equipment level. Browse the table below to compare power, acceleration, and consumption across all specs.

What years was the Ford Escort (1986-1990) produced?

The Ford Escort (1986-1990) was produced 1986–1990. During this production run the model was offered with multiple engine options and powertrain configurations. All variants from this period remain indexed with their original manufacturer specifications.

What fuel types are available in the Ford Escort (1986-1990)?

The Ford Escort (1986-1990) is available in Petrol, Diesel. Each fuel variant carries its own consumption rating, CO₂ output, and performance figures. Use the fuel filter above to narrow the list by powertrain type.