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1998 Ford Escort 2dr Cpe ZX2 "Cool"

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Ford Escort 2dr Cpe ZX2
Ford Escort 2dr Cpe ZX2 "Cool"
Vehicle Specifications
Base MSRP:
$11,580
Base Invoice:
$10,857
Destination:
$415
Engine/Fuel:
2.0L/121 Gas I4
Transmission:
5 Speed Manual w/OD
Door/Body Style:
2 Door Coupe
Drive Type:
Front Wheel Drive
MPG (City / Hwy):
26/33

Specifications

Vehicle
EPA Classification : Subcompact
Engine
Engine Order Code : 993
Engine Type : Gas I4
Displacement : 2.0L/121
Fuel System : SEFI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM : 130 @ 5750
SAE Net Torque @ RPM : 127 @ 4250
Transmission
Drivetrain : Front Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code : 44T
Trans Type : 4
Trans Description Cont. : Automatic w/OD,
Trans Description Cont. Again : Electronic
First Gear Ratio (:1) : 2.80
Second Gear Ratio (:1) : 1.54
Third Gear Ratio (:1) : 1.00
Fourth Gear Rato (:1) : 0.70
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) :
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) :
Reverse Ratio (:1) : 2.33
Clutch Size (in) :
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) : 3.85
Seventh Gear Ratio (:1) :
Mileage
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) : 25
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) : 33
Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) : 540
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) : 95
Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts) : 8.45
Weight Information
Base Curb Weight (lbs) : 2478
Trailering
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) : 1000
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) : 100
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) :
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) :
Suspension
Suspension Type - Front : Independent strut
Suspension Type - Rear : Quadralink
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) : w/Coil Springs
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) : w/Coil Springs
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm) : 35
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm) : 30
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in) : 1.00
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in) : 0.51
Brakes
Brake Type : Power
Brake ABS System : 4-wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ) : Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) :
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) : 10.1 x 0.87
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) :
Drum - Rear (Yes or ) : Yes
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in) : 9.0 x 1.48
Tires
Front Tire Order Code :
Rear Tire Order Code :
Spare Tire Order Code :
Front Tire Size : P185/60HR15
Rear Tire Size : P185/60HR15
Spare Tire Size : T115/70D14
Wheels
Front Wheel Size (in) : 15 x 5.5
Rear Wheel Size (in) : 15 x 5.5
Spare Wheel Size (in) : 14 x 4
Front Wheel Material : Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material : Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material : Steel
Steering
Steering Type : Power Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall : 17.0
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) : 3.1
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) : 31.5
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft) : - TBD -
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) : 12.8
Exterior Dimensions
Wheelbase (in) : 98.4
Length, Overall (in) : 175.2
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) : 67.4
Height, Overall (in) : 52.3
Tread Width, Front (in) : 56.5
Tread Width, Rear (in) : 56.5
Min Ground Clearance (in) : - TBD -
Liftover Height (in) : 25.7
Cargo Area Dimensions
Trunk Volume (ft³) : 11.8
Interior Dimensions
Passenger Capacity : 4
Passenger Volume (ft³) : 80.6
Front Head Room (in) : 38.0
Front Leg Room (in) : 42.5
Front Shoulder Room (in) : 50.8
Front Hip Room (in) : 50.1
Second Head Room (in) : 35.1
Second Leg Room (in) : 33.4
Second Shoulder Room (in) : 48.7
Second Hip Room (in) : 45.1
Summary
Vehicle Name : ZX2 "Cool"
Body Style : 2 Door Coupe

Standard Features

EPA FUEL ECONOMY RATINGS
City 26/hwy 33 (2.0L engine/5-speed manual trans)
City 25/hwy 33 (2.0L engine/4-speed auto trans)
EXTERIOR
Body-color impact-absorbing bumpers
Black body-side protection moldings
Narrow black beltline moldings
Water management windshield molding
Rear reflex applique
Dual black manual mirrors
Solar tinted glass
Flush windshield/backlight glass w/solar tint
Semi-flush side glass
Frameless door glass
2-speed windshield wipers w/variable intermittent feature
Body-color flush door handles w/integral lock cylinder
Lower body-side/underbody PVC coating
INTERIOR
Cloth/vinyl low-back bucket seats w/driver-seat memory recline
60/40 split-fold rear seat w/dual release handles
Center console-inc: cup/coin holders, cassette stowage, rear bin/cup holders
12 ounce full carpeting
4-spoke black steering wheel
Tachometer
Trip odometer
Temperature gauge
Low fuel warning light
Engine malfunction indicator light
Low engine coolant warning light
Headlamp-on warning chime
Heater/defroster/flow-through ventilation w/4-speed blower
Side window demisters
Rear seat heat ducts
Electronic AM/FM stereo radio-inc: (4) premium speakers (Aftermarket audio upgrades are limited)
Soft-feel vinyl-covered instrument panel-inc: knee bolsters, integrated climate/audio control panel, storage bin, digital clock
12V pwr point w/tethered/covered cap
Non-locking glove box
Soft-touch vinyl door trim-inc: cloth inserts, front integral map pocket, speaker grille
Passenger-side visor mirror
MECHANICAL
2.0L DOHC SEFI 16-valve I4 Zetec engine
5-speed manual transmission w/OD
Self-adjusting clutch linkage
Front wheel drive
58 amp/hr maintenance-free battery
Battery saver (turns off interior lights after 10 minutes)
HD alternator
Electronic ignition
Electronic voltage regulator
Isolated independent front suspension w/engine subframe
Quadralink independent rear suspension
Front/rear stabilizer bar
P185/65R14 SBR BSW tires
Mini-spare tire
14" x 5.5" steel wheels w/styled bolt-on wheel covers
Pwr rack & pinion steering
Pwr front disc/rear drum brakes
12.7 gallon fuel tank
Single exhaust tip tailpipe
SAFETY
Driver & front passenger second-generation air bags
Front manual shoulder belt system
Rear outboard manual lap/shoulder seat belts
5-MPH impact-absorbing bumpers
Single-note horn

Options

NO OPTION KIND
** ALL PRICING IS PRICE LEVEL CODE 812 ** STANDARAD
ELECTRONIC AM/FM STEREO RADIO W/CASSETTE (REQ: 57Q Rear Defroster or 572 Air Cond) $185
ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM $400
DRIVER DOOR REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY -inc: (2) keyfobs, panic alarm *locks/unlocks driver door, unlocks decklid* $135
FRONT/REAR FLOOR MATS $55
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER *N/A in California* $20
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER *Req in New York state* $190
SMOKERS PKG -inc: ash-cup, cigarette lighter $15
PRICED DORA STANDARAD
Model Option
"COOL" SERIES ORDER CODE STANDARAD
Emission System
STANDARD EMISSIONS STANDARAD
HIGH ALTITUDE EMISSIONS STANDARAD
CALIFORNIA/MASSACHUSETTS/NEW YORK/CONNECTICUT EMISSIONS $170
CALIFORNIA/MASSACHUSETTS/NEW YORK/CONNECTICUT EMISSIONS NOT REQUIRED *For units shipped/ sold to California/Massachusetts/New York/ Connecticut dealers for registration out of state* (REQ: Standard or 428 Emissions) STANDARAD
CALIFORNIA/MASSACHUSETTS/NEW YORK/CONNECTICUT PUBLIC SERVICE/EMERGENCY VEHICLE EXEMPTION *Only available on units sold to authorized government units & privately-owned ambulance companies* (REQ: 423 Emissions) STANDARAD
NON-HIGH ALTITUDE EMISSIONS *For units shipped/sold to dealers in high altitude areas for registration in standard emissions areas* (REQ: Standard Emissions) STANDARAD
NON-CALIFORNIA/MASSACHUSETTS/NEW YORK/ CONNECTICUT DEALER ORDER FOR CALIFORNIA/ MASSACHUSETTS/NEW YORK/CONNECTICUT REGISTRATION *Req on all units ordered by dealers for California/Massachusetts/New York/Connecticut registration when vehicle is being delivered to non-California/ Massachusetts/New York/Connecticut location* (REQ: 422 Emissions) STANDARAD
Engine
2.0L DOHC SEFI 16-VALVE I4 ZETEC ENGINE (STD) STANDARAD
Transmission
5-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION W/OD (STD) STANDARAD
4-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION W/OD $815
Tires
P185/65R14 SBR BSW TIRES (STD) STANDARAD
Seat Type
CLOTH/VINYL LOW-BACK FRONT BUCKET SEATS (STD) STANDARAD
Paint Type
SOLID CLEARCOAT PAINT (STD) STANDARAD
Air Cond Option
AIR CONDITIONING NOT DESIRED STANDARAD
MANUAL AIR CONDITIONING $795

Warranty and Incentives

Warranty
Basic:
3 Years/36,000 Miles

Drivetrain:
2 Years/24,000 Miles

Corrosion:
5 Years/Unlimited Miles

Roadside Assistance:
3 Years/36,000 Miles
News - Crash Test Results
NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS:

Frontal crash ratings:
Driver: No Test Passenger: No Test

Side crash ratings:
Driver: * Rear Passenger: * * * *

Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash and 38.5 MPH side crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver and passenger belts and airbags.