2002
Ford ZX2

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  • 2dr Cpe ZX2 Standard
    Starts at
    $12,815
    25 City / 33 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr Cpe ZX2 Deluxe
    Starts at
    $13,860
    25 City / 33 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr Cpe ZX2 Premium
    Starts at
    $14,315
    25 City / 33 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Safety review

Based on the 2002 Ford ZX2 base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Side driver
1/5
Side rear passenger
4/5

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
3 years / 36,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
3 years / 36,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

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Fords and many non-Ford vehicles up to 10 years old with less than 150,000 miles
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90-Day / 4,000-Mile (whichever comes first) Comprehensive Limited Warranty
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139-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

73% of drivers recommend this car
4.0 / 5
Based on 15 reviews
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Comfort 3.5
Interior 3.5
Performance 4.0
Value 4.2
Exterior 3.8
Reliability 3.9

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  • By Zetec99 from Salem, Oregon
    Owns this car
    June 16, 2020

    These cars kinda rock

    I have 2 '99 zx2's and they are awesome. Super reliable. Ive owned mine for 7 years and it's never failed. A wheel and tire upgrade makes a MASSIVE difference. I switched my stock 14x4s for 15x7 wheels and went from 185/65/14 tires to a 205/55r15 and im soooooooo happy with the results. The car feels way more planted. My fuel economy is 34 hwy and 30 city. It's super easy to delete the stock 105 mph governor on the '99 which will allow about 130 mph. I have done well in autoX and rallyX and I run about 14.5 on the quarter with my stock zx2
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Bella from KCMO
    Owns this car
    July 30, 2016

    Great Reliable transportation!

    Bought this car new in 2002... Just sold it to my goddaughter to drive to college! It has NEVER let me down! It's only required normal wear maint & service ... Gas mileage is AMAZING! It's at 151K miles & has a few things going on. Needs blower motor for AC & coolant lines need replaced. If you're looking for affordable & reliable transportation, you will not be disappointed! It is a 4 cyl... Power not its strong suit, but if you have a standard tranny like I've had, it is a little quicker than an automatic . I had trouble bogging down going through the mountains in Colorado ... But prob common for a 4cyl at high altitude! Great overall veh! It never let me down over 14 yrs!!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Flemmish from Baltimore, NY
    Owns this car
    October 25, 2012

    Incredible

    176000 as of 10/26/2012. Just replaced original Timing Belt (it didn't break - a pulley did). have had a few inexpensive repairs which I did myself. Car is fun to drive, great gas mileage and the motor/trans is great. Owned this car for 12 years and without a doubt has been the best vehicle I've ever owned. To bad Ford discontinued it. Interior has held up very well. Engine doesn't burn or leak oil. It still has the original clutch and entire exhaust system.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Man in need from Pacific Mo
    Owns this car
    August 7, 2012

    Car that did the job

    Bought a new Alima for a trip to Livingson Montana. It go wrecked two weeks befor he trip. Found this 02 ZX2 wih 71K. Put in new air filter and changed oil. hree weks later I have almost 75K. Car got 33 - 36 MPG and got me there and back wih no problems. Plan to keep i awhile longer... good car.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Neverbuyingamericanagain from Denver, CO
    Owns this car
    December 29, 2011

    Worst car ever made

    I bought this car for about $6000 in 2005...it had 33,000 miles on it then. It was pretty reliable for the first 70,000 miles but after it hit 100,000 miles it all went south. It literally breaks every other month---I've replaced practically everything on this car with the exception of the engine and the transmission (and currently the transmission is shot). I've replaced parts I didn't even know existed and maintenance is ridiculously expensive on this car. Not to mention it's ugly and uncomfortable. Currently trying to figure out a way to get more than $500 for this lemon. PLEASE don't waste your money---buy something foreign.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 2.0
    Interior 1.0
    Performance 2.0
    Value 1.0
    Exterior 1.0
    Reliability 1.0
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  • By jereman from San Diego Ca
    Owns this car
    October 22, 2010

    Great little car

    reliable and very comfortable. get so much for so little money. I got mine used and it still looks, and drives like new.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By e from midwest
    Owns this car
    July 30, 2010

    reliable, sporty, good acceleration

    bought it new 7 or 8 years ago, now has 50,000 miles on it, yeah i have to pay money to get stuff fixed, but overall it's a great car, really good acceleration almost like a real sports car, vehicle doesn't feel heavy, not too light, just right (although in winter in snow and ice i wish it was somewhat heavier). after all these years it still looks like it got style, i'm surprised ford never came out with a replacement for the zx2, i plan to keep driving mine for a long time to come. if someone offered me 10k for it, i'd probably decline the offer
    • Purchased a New car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By THE CAR GUY from Erie, Pa
    Owns this car
    October 1, 2009

    Decent Ride

    This car is very peppy and has great handling. The quality of the materials used are by far not the best in the industry. Had a few misc parts break that would not be considered wear-and-tear. If you need something cheap and gets decent gas mileage, this is the perfect car for you. If you want to enjoy what you drive then you might want to look elsewhere.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 1.0
    Interior 1.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 3.0
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  • By drives to work from Chicago, Il
    Owns this car
    May 23, 2009

    good work car

    I bought this car new in 2002. I currently have 115,000 miles on it. The original tires lasted 80,000mi. The brakes needed to be changed after 90,000 because my buddy threw ceramic pads on it at 30k. The transmission goes out frequently, the 1st transmission was rebuilt under warranty 30,000 mi. (free, ford didnt charge me anything) The Second tranny was rebuilt at 105,000. ($2,000 i had to pay) So im hoping to get 150,000 then sell the thing. I honestly have not had a breakdown other than the trans at 105k where the weather was negative 20. Nothing has broken on that car except the transmission. Currently the check engine light is on and some sensor is bad, $20 part. The acceleration is nice, i can swerve in and out of traffic like a champ and I drive this car over my Cadillac because of the outstanding gas mileage and low cost to repair this car. Ive had tune up transmission go out 1 set of brakes muffler still good 1 set of tires I highly recomend this car. Why pay 7-8 grand for a used 2002 honda civic when you can get a zx2 for 2-3 grand.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By Sakura from Illinois
    Owns this car
    April 16, 2009

    Best Car By Far

    I am reviewing the Ford ZX2 because I want people to know what a great practicle car Ford made. I bought a 2002 ZX2 back 2yrs ago as my first car, at 28,000mi. That car was amazing! It was fuel efficent, sporty, was fast for a 4 clyinder engine, always started in cold weather, and never let me down. Even in a horrible car accident I just went through a month ago (in which the car was totaled). Though the front end was smashed, and side doors wrecked; the interior stayed intact and air bags deployed. If you looked at the inside of the car, you couldnt tell that it was in an accident. That is what saved my life and my fiancee's life. Again, this is a great car, and I plan on getting another one like it!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Alex from Minneapolis, MN
    Owns this car
    October 21, 2008

    great car

    Always had good luck with Fords, and this is no exception. Good fuel economy and great value; no major problems in 90,000 miles.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By disappointed from Illinios
    Owns this car
    August 24, 2008

    Almost continuous "check engine" light

    I purchased a 2002 about 6 months ago, with 75,000 miles on it. In the time I've had it, the check engine light has come on at least 4 times. We've replaced the temperature gauge but the light came back on showing the same problem just a short time later. Now my alternator has gone out and it ruined my battery. This led us to discover how nearly impossible it is to reach something as simple as the alternator. Comfort in the car is not great. It's difficult for anyone but a small person or child to get in and out of the back seat as the front seats do not roll forward when the seat is up like many other 2-door models. Then when a taller or larger person is in the front seat, the seat has to be moved and the person in the back will be very cramped. The car seems as though it's made of cheap plastic. For example, when closing the glove box, the door and the dash seem very flimsy. As mentioned in other reviews, I am also having troubles with the car shaking at certain highway speeds.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 2.0
    Performance 2.0
    Value 2.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 1.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2002 Ford ZX2?

The 2002 Ford ZX2 is available in 3 trim levels:

  • ZX2 Deluxe (1 style)
  • ZX2 Premium (1 style)
  • ZX2 Standard (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2002 Ford ZX2?

The 2002 Ford ZX2 offers up to 25 MPG in city driving and 33 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

Is the 2002 Ford ZX2 reliable?

The 2002 Ford ZX2 has an average reliability rating of 3.9 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2002 Ford ZX2 owners.

Is the 2002 Ford ZX2 a good Coupe?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2002 Ford ZX2. 73.3% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.0 / 5
Based on 15 reviews
  • Comfort: 3.5
  • Interior: 3.5
  • Performance: 4.0
  • Value: 4.2
  • Exterior: 3.8
  • Reliability: 3.9
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