Ford Escort ZX2

19982003 · 12 configurations

Lowest
25
Average
25
Best
26

The Ford Escort ZX2 has been tested by the EPA across 12 different configurations spanning model years 1998 through 2003. Over this period, the Escort ZX2 has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 25 MPG to 26 MPG, with an overall average of 25 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

Historical Efficiency

2003
25
2002
26
2001
26
2000
25
1999
25
1998
25

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Escort ZX2) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Ford Escort ZX2. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Ford Ford Escort/EXP/ZX2 grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
312
Total Deaths
251

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
12.2%
Fire Occurrence
1.6%
Speeding Involved
14.4%
DUI Involved
17.0%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

71%
Front
21%
Side
7%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes8
Fatalities
8
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2022
Fatal Crashes7
Fatalities
8
Deaths/Crash
1.14
2021
Fatal Crashes17
Fatalities
11
Deaths/Crash
0.65
2020
Fatal Crashes16
Fatalities
11
Deaths/Crash
0.69
2019
Fatal Crashes18
Fatalities
11
Deaths/Crash
0.61
2018
Fatal Crashes28
Fatalities
23
Deaths/Crash
0.82
2017
Fatal Crashes37
Fatalities
34
Deaths/Crash
0.92
2016
Fatal Crashes54
Fatalities
40
Deaths/Crash
0.74
2015
Fatal Crashes61
Fatalities
52
Deaths/Crash
0.85
2014
Fatal Crashes66
Fatalities
53
Deaths/Crash
0.80

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2000
1
1999
1
1998
1
Critical
Moderate
Advisory