The Ford Escort, a small family car manufactured by Ford of Europe from 1968 to 2000, had six generations spanning three basic platforms. The original, rear-wheel-drive Mk.1/Mk.2 was produced from 1968 to 1980, followed by the "Erika" front-wheel-drive Mk.3/Mk.4 series from 1980 to 1992, and concluding with the CE-14 Mk.5/Mk.6 from 1990 to 2002. Although its successor, the Ford Focus, was introduced in 1998, the Escort's final generation was phased out gradually, with the panel van version ceasing production in 2002 in favor of the Ford Transit Connect.
The Ford Escort was a popular choice, particularly in Britain, where it was the best-selling car in the 1980s and 1990s. Over a span of 33 years, more than 4.1 million Escorts were sold in the UK, highlighting its popularity and longevity in the market.
Key Points:
- The Ford Escort was a small family car produced by Ford of Europe from 1968 to 2000.
- It had six generations spread across different platforms, with the final versions being the CE-14 Mk.5/Mk.6.
- The Escort's successor, the Ford Focus, was released in 1998.
- The Escort was a top-selling car in Britain during the 1980s and 199
