1984 – 1984 · 2 body styles available
B6
1985 – 1985 · 2 body styles available
MT5
1986 – 1987 · 2 body styles available
AE
1988 – 1990 · 2 body styles available
BWS
1991 – 1996 · 3 body styles available
CT
1997 – 2003 · 3 body styles available
ZX / ZX2
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Frequently asked questions
What generations of the Ford Escort are there?
B6 (1984 to 1984); MT5 (1985 to 1985); AE (1986 to 1987); BWS (1988 to 1990); CT (1991 to 1996); ZX / ZX2 (1997 to 2003).
Should I get a pre-purchase inspection on a used Ford Escort?
Yes. A Squeezed guide is the triage before the inspection: it shows what to check and what to ask the seller, so you know which listings are worth a mechanic's time.