1998 Ford Escort
US · Subcompact Cars
The 1998 Ford Escort is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder, 2.0L 4-cylinder (4V)
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder, 2.0L 4-cylinder (4V) | |
| Displacement | 2.0 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual | |
| Gears | 4 to 5 | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) to 34 mpg (6.9 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
6 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 5, 2026.
04E048000: SEAT BELTS:FRONT
CERTAIN TRW DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELTS MANUFACTURED ON DECEMBER 6 AND 9, 2002, FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR 1997 FORD ESCORT 4-DOOR AND STATION WAGON PLATFORM VEHICLES, FORD'S P/N F7CZ54611B09AAC. THE SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES EXHIBIT A NO-LOCK CONDITION WHICH DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 209, SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES.
Remedy: TRW WILL NOTIFY THE CUSTOMERS WHO PURCHASED THE REPLACEMENT SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 27, 2004.
Reported July 12, 2004. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 10, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 19, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 10, 2026
Data verified: November 10, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
Related vehicles
- 1997 Ford Escort
Gasoline
2.0L 4-cylinder ((FFS)) · FWD
28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) - 1999 Ford Escort
Gasoline
2.0L 4-cylinder · FWD
28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 1998 Ford Escort have?
Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder, 2.0L 4-cylinder (4V). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 1998 Ford Escort?
Combined fuel economy is 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 1998 Ford Escort front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: FWD.
Are there recalls for the 1998 Ford Escort?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 5, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.