Ford Escort VI Hatch (GAL) 1.8 D (60 hp)

Diesel engine with 60 hp (44 kW) and 81 lb-ft (110 Nm), built 1993–1995, hatchback body, front-wheel drive. The Ford Escort VI Hatch (GAL) has 1 more powerful diesel version.

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Power60 hp (44 kW)
Torque81 lb-ft (110 Nm)
0–62 mph17.9 s
Top speed95 mph (153 km/h)
FuelDiesel

Specifications

Engine

Engine version1.8 D (60 hp)
Displacement1.8 L (1,753 cm³)
Cylinders4
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Transverse
Valves per cylinder2
ValvetrainOHC
Fuel systemStandard diesel injection (SDI)
Compression ratio21-5
Bore82.5 mm
Stroke82 mm

Performance

Power60 hp (44 kW) @ 4800 rpm
Torque81 lb-ft (110 Nm) @ 2500 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)17.9 s
Top speed95 mph (153 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelDiesel
Highway42 mpg (5.6 l/100 km)
Fuel tank14.5 gal (55 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleHatchback
Doors5
Length161.6 in (4,104 mm)
Width66.8 in (1,696 mm)
Height55.0 in (1,397 mm)
Curb weight2,414 lb (1,095 kg)
Gross vehicle weight3,527 lb (1,600 kg)
Cargo volume13.4 cu ft (380 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveFront-wheel drive
Gears5
SteeringHydraulic power steering
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionCoil spring
Tires175/70 R13
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on a Ford Escort with this engine

  • On a diesel, check the particulate filter (DPF), the injectors and the dual-mass flywheel: they are the expensive repairs.
  • Test the clutch or the automatic transmission from a cold start and in the low gears.
  • Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.

Other Ford Escort VI Hatch (GAL) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
1.6 L (76 hp)Gasoline76 hp (56 kW)
2.0 i XR3 (120 hp)Gasoline120 hp (88 kW)
1.6 GL (76 hp)Gasoline76 hp (56 kW)
1.8 i 16V XR3i (105 hp)Gasoline105 hp (77 kW)
2.0 i 16V RS 2000 (150 hp)Gasoline150 hp (110 kW)
2.0 i 16V RS 2000 4X4 (150 hp)Gasoline150 hp (110 kW)
2.0 i 16V RS Cosworth (220 hp)Gasoline220 hp (162 kW)
1.3 (60 hp)Gasoline60 hp (44 kW)
1.4 (73 hp)Gasoline73 hp (54 kW)
1.6 i 16V (90 hp)Gasoline90 hp (66 kW)
1.8 TD (90 hp)Diesel90 hp (66 kW)
1.8 i 16V (105 hp)Gasoline105 hp (77 kW)

← All Ford Escort VI Hatch (GAL) engines

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