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Ford Escort generations and tyre sizes

Escort

I

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

II

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

III

1980 – 1986
Petrol, Diesel37–97 kW (50–132 PS)Manual
Escort

IV

1986 – 1990
Petrol, Diesel37–97 kW (50–132 PS)Manual
Escort

V

1990 – 1992
Diesel, Petrol44–110 kW (60–150 PS)Manual
Escort

V (1. Facelift)

1992 – 1996
Diesel, Petrol44–96 kW (60–131 PS)Manual
Escort

V (2. Facelift)

1995 – 2001
Diesel, Petrol44–110 kW (60–150 PS)Manual

For the Ford Escort in 2026, the top-rated Summer tyres are Bridgestone Turanza T005 (rated 8.8/10) and Continental EcoContact 6 (rated 7.7/10). The Ford Escort uses 8 tyre sizes across 7 generations. The Bridgestone Turanza T005 excels in Dry performance while the Continental EcoContact 6 stands out in Low noise. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

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

Summer tyres for Ford Escort - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Summer tyres for Ford Escort

Best tyres for Ford Escort by category

Best for dry
Kumho Ecsta HS52
8.6/10
Best for wet
Bridgestone Turanza T005
8.5/10
Best for comfort
Kumho Ecsta HS52
8.2/10
Best for noise
Continental EcoContact 6
8.3/10
Best overall
Bridgestone Turanza T005
8.8/10

Tyre comparison for Ford Escort

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Bridgestone Turanza T0058.88.58.57.77.9Premium57%
2Continental EcoContact 67.75.38.28.38.1Premium157%
3Cooper Summer7.6----Upper-middle57%
4Kumho Ecsta HS527.68.18.68.18.2Upper-middle114%
5Kleber Dynaxer HP47.56.47.27.37.9Upper-middle157%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Summer tyres for Ford Escort?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Summer tyres for Ford Escort are: Bridgestone Turanza T005 (8.8/10), Continental EcoContact 6 (7.7/10), Cooper Summer (7.6/10). 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 Bridgestone Turanza T005 (8.5/10) And Kumho Ecsta HS52 (8.1/10).
Are Bridgestone Turanza T005 good for Ford Escort?
Yes, the Bridgestone Turanza T005 is the top-rated tyre for Ford Escort with a rating of 8.8/10. Its strongest discipline is dry. It covers 57% 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.

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