Ford Escort (US) evolution

The American Escort — a best-selling FWD compact, distinct from the European car.
3 generations, oldest to newest — open any step for details.

1st gen1981–1990
1981
Ford Escort (US) 1st genⓘ
New generation
1st gen
📅 1981–1990

First FWD world car; US best-seller

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2nd gen1991–1996
1991
Ford Escort (US) 2nd genⓘ
New generation
2nd gen
📅 1991–1996

Mazda 323/Protégé-based platform

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3rd gen1997–2003
1997
Ford Escort (US) 3rd genⓘ
New generation
3rd gen
📅 1997–2003

Final US Escort; spawned the ZX2

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