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Ford Escort generations and tyre sizes

Escort

I

1970 – 1974
Petrol32–74 kW (44–101 PS)Manual / Automatic
/ R
Escort

II

1974 – 1980
Petrol32–81 kW (44–110 PS)Manual / Automatic
/ R175/70 R13
Escort

III

1980 – 1986
Petrol, Diesel37–97 kW (50–132 PS)Manual
/ R175/70 R13185/60 R14195/50 R15
Escort

IV

1986 – 1990
Petrol, Diesel37–97 kW (50–132 PS)Manual
155/80 R13175/70 R13185/60 R14195/50 R15
Escort

V

1990 – 1992
Diesel, Petrol44–110 kW (60–150 PS)Manual
155/80 R13165/70 R13175/70 R13175/65 R14185/60 R14195/50 R15
Escort

V (1. Facelift)

1992 – 1996
Diesel, Petrol44–96 kW (60–131 PS)Manual
175/70 R13185/60 R14
Escort

V (2. Facelift)

1995 – 2001
Diesel, Petrol44–110 kW (60–150 PS)Manual
165/80 R13175/70 R13175/65 R14185/60 R14195/50 R15

For the Ford Escort in 2026, the top-rated tyres are Continental WinterContact TS 860 (rated 9.0/10) and Continental AllSeasonContact (rated 9.0/10). The Ford Escort uses 8 tyre sizes across 7 generations. The Continental WinterContact TS 860 excels in Wet performance while the Continental AllSeasonContact stands out in Snow performance. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

Source: aggregated data from ADAC, TCS, Auto Bild, GTÜ and other independent tyre testing organizations.

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Tyres for Ford Escort - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Matching tyres for Ford Escort

Frequently asked questions

What are the best tyres for Ford Escort?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated tyres for Ford Escort are: Continental WinterContact TS 860 (9.0/10), Continental AllSeasonContact (9.0/10), GoodYear UltraGrip 9 (8.9/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit Ford Escort?
The Ford Escort uses the following tyre sizes: / R, 175/70 R13, 185/60 R14, 195/50 R15, 155/80 R13, 165/70 R13, 175/65 R14, 165/80 R13.
How many generations does the Ford Escort have?
The Ford Escort has 7 generations, from 1970 to 1995.
What is the best tyre for wet roads for Ford Escort?
For wet road performance on Ford Escort, the top-rated tyres are Continental WinterContact TS 860 (9.4/10) And GoodYear UltraGrip 9 (9.0/10).
Are Continental WinterContact TS 860 good for Ford Escort?
Yes, the Continental WinterContact TS 860 is the top-rated tyre for Ford Escort with a rating of 9.0/10. Its strongest discipline is wet. It covers 100% of Ford Escort tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for Ford Escort?
To choose the right tyres for Ford Escort: 1) Check which tyre sizes fit your generation. 2) Choose between summer, winter, or all-season tyres. 3) Compare test ratings from independent organizations. 4) Consider your driving priorities (wet safety, comfort, mileage). 5) Decide between premium and budget segments based on your budget.
What is the difference between summer and winter tyres for Ford Escort?
Summer tyres are optimized for warm temperatures (above 7 degrees C) with better dry and wet grip. Winter tyres use softer compounds and deeper treads for cold conditions, snow and ice. All-season tyres offer a compromise but do not match specialists in extreme conditions. Choose based on your climate and driving needs.

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