2002 Ford ZX2: Overview
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Pros
- Fuel economy
Cons
- Rear-seat room
- Noise
- Rear-seat entry/exit
Vehicle Highlights
Ford's "budget" sporty coupe is based on the 1997-2000 Escort sedan. Base Standard models are joined for 2002 by Deluxe and Premium trim levels. All have a 4-cyl engine teamed with manual or optional automatic transmission. ABS is optional. Deluxe and Premium offer an optional sunroof. Available only on Premium are leather upholstery and a 6-disc, in-dash CD player.
COMPETITION
Our only Best Buy in this class, the Volkswagen New Beetle, offers interesting styling and a nice mix of comfort, performance, and economy. The New Beetle is the most practical and affordable in this class.
If raw performance is what you are after, we Recommend the fun-to-drive Acura RSX and Toyota Celica. These cars offer a lot of bang for your buck.
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Expert Ratings Summary (view detailed report)
| Category | Standard, man. Rating | Compact Car Average Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Acceleration | 5 | 3.7 |
| Fuel Economy | 7 | 6.7 |
| Ride Quality | 4 | 4.1 |
| Steering/Handling/Braking | 5 | 4.9 |
| Quietness | 2 | 3.6 |
| Controls | 4 | 5.6 |
| Details | ||
| Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front) | 4 | 4.4 |
| Room/Comfort (rear) | 2 | 3.2 |
| Cargo Room | 2 | 3.3 |
| Value within Class | 2 | 4.7 |
| Total Score: | 37 | 44.2 |
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