Ford Escort 1995 1.8 TD
Ford Escort 1995 1.8 diesel description
Sedan Ford Escort 1995 1.8 TD has been produced from September, 1996 to August, 1998. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 1.8 litres, which produces power of 70 horsepower on 4500 rpm and torque 135 Nm (Newton metres) on 2500 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 8-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has precombustion chamber fuel system and turbine. The engine meets the Euro 1 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 180 000 to 310 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This Ford Escort 1.8 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 5.1 litres.
Ford Escort 1995 1.8 TD has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Ford Escort 1995 1.8 TD accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 16 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 163 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Ford Escort 1995 1.8 TD in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 6.6 litres per 100km (15.2 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Ford Escort 1995 - 1998 versions, city fuel economy - 8.5 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 820 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1000 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Ford is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real Ford Escort fuel consumption.

Ford Escort 1995 1.8 TD technical data
Model: | Ford Escort 1.8 TD | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 1996. September ... 1998. August | ||
Engine: | 1753 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 175 g/km |
Power: | 70 HP ON 4500 RPM | Torque: | 135 NM ON 2500 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Maximum speed: | 163 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 16.0 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.6 (combined) 8.5 (urban) 5.5 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 6.7 l/100km (35.1 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres (14.5 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.29m (length) 1.68m (width) 1.35m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10 meters | ||
Gross weight: | 900 kg |
Ford Escort 1995 1.8 TD engine RVA
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 180,000 to 310,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.Engine displacement | 1753 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 82.5 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 82 mm |
Compression ratio | 21.5 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing belt Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher. |
Fuel system | Precombustion chamber |
Ford Escort 1995 1.8 TD oil type | 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 5.1 litres (5.4 quarts) |
Power | 70 HP ON 4500 RPM |
Torque | 135 NM ON 2500 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1995 |
Duration of production | 3 years |
All Ford Escort sedan [1995 - 1998] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Ford Escort 1995 1.4i Jan 1995 — Mar 1996 | 1.4 Petrol | 71 HP | 8.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Ford Escort 1996 1.4i Mar 1996 — Aug 1998 | 1.4 Petrol | 75 HP | 8.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Ford Escort 1995 1.6i
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.6 Petrol | 90 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Ford Escort 1995 1.6i
Oct 1995 — Mar 1998 Only version with automatic transmission |
1.6 Petrol | 90 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Automatic |
Ford Escort 1995 1.8i
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 10.9 seconds |
1.8 Petrol | 105 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Ford Escort 1995 1.8 D
Jan 1995 — Mar 1996 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.8 Diesel | 60 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Ford Escort 1996 1.8 TD Sep 1996 — Aug 1998 | 1.8 Diesel | 70 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Ford Escort 1995 1.8 TD
Oct 1995 — Aug 1998 Most powerfull diesel version (90 HP) |
1.8 Diesel | 90 HP | 6.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |