Year-by-year fitment data

Ford Escort Steering Wheel Size (1981 - 2002)

From 1981 to 1984, the Ford Escort has a steering wheel size of 15 1/2" x 3" (diameter x grip circumference) (Class A).

From 1985 to 1994, the size was 15" x 3 1/2" (Class AX).

From 1995 to 2002, the size was 15" x 3 3/4" (Class AXX).

Please refer to the table below for detailed data.

Steering wheel size table

Compare the available model-year measurements below.

Ford Escort Steering Wheel Size (1981 - 2002)
Year Steering Wheel Size (Diameter x Grip Circumference) Size Classification
2002 15" X 3 3/4" AXX
2001 15" X 3 3/4" AXX
2000 15" X 3 3/4" AXX
1999 15" X 3 3/4" AXX
1998 15" X 3 3/4" AXX
1997 15" X 3 3/4" AXX
1996 15" X 3 3/4" AXX
1995 15" X 3 3/4" AXX
1994 15" X 3 1/2" AX
1993 15" X 3 1/2" AX
1992 15" X 3 1/2" AX
1991 15" X 3 1/2" AX
1990 15" X 3 1/2" AX
1989 15" X 3 1/2" AX
1988 15" X 3 1/2" AX
1987 15" X 3 1/2" AX
1986 15" X 3 1/2" AX
1985 15" X 3 1/2" AX
1984 15 1/2" X 3" A
1983 15 1/2" X 3" A
1982 15 1/2" X 3" A
1981 15 1/2" X 3" A

How to confirm cover fitment

Need help measuring diameter or grip circumference before buying a cover? Use our steering wheel measurement guide to confirm the fit on your Ford Escort before ordering.

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Data sources and methodology

SteeringWheelSize.com compiles steering wheel size data from model-year references, manufacturer materials, parts listings, and marketplace sources. The table on this page presents the measurements as diameter x grip circumference.

Trim rows and size classifications are shown when that information is available for the Ford Escort. Always verify fitment on the wheel before driving with an installed cover.