Is the Ford Escort a joint venture car?
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The Ford Escort is a joint venture car. Taking the 2019 Ford Escort as an example, it is a compact car with a body size of 4587mm in length, 1825mm in width, and 1490mm in height, a wheelbase of 2687mm, a fuel tank capacity of 50 liters, and a body weight of 1265kg. The 2019 Ford Escort features a MacPherson strut front suspension and a torsion beam rear suspension. It is equipped with a 1.5L naturally aspirated engine, delivering a maximum horsepower of 122PS, a maximum torque of 152Nm, and a maximum power of 90kW, paired with a 6-speed manual transmission.
Speaking of the Ford Escort, I bought this car back in 2018, and it has been running quite well up to now. It is indeed a joint-venture vehicle, a brand co-developed by Changan and Ford, with technology sourced from Ford but manufactured domestically, which allows for excellent cost control. The advantage of joint-venture cars is their affordable pricing without sacrificing quality. For my daily commute, the fuel consumption is low, and maintenance is straightforward—just find a roadside shop to get it fixed, unlike imported cars that can be outrageously expensive. Back then, I chose it mainly for the reliability brought by its joint-venture background. It drives steadily, has ample space, and is no problem for family outings. As a long-standing joint-venture partner, Changan Ford has a well-established parts supply chain, so you won’t face stock-out issues. If you’re on a budget but want a reliable daily driver, the Ford Escort is definitely worth considering—the joint-venture model is an art of balancing performance and cost.