Ford Mondeo

The new Ford Mondeo is made larger, longer by 96mm and wider by 120mm from the previous year model. But, despite the increase in size, they still managed to keep its excellent ride and handling balance through its distinct quality chassis. A disadvantage would be that it would be harder to park, since the rearview wouldn’t be that easy to access.

This third generation Ford Mondeo is available as a five door hatchback, four door saloon or estate, with a wider choice of electronic gadgets. It includes these:

• Adaptive cruise control
• Voice-activated infotainment systems
• Collision mitigation equipment
• Adaptive damping

But, it is not limited there. A special feature includes a fuel tank known to be efficient in preventing the car to be inappropriately filled with petrol or diesel. The petrol engine comes in a variety of range from 1.6, including a 2.0 four cylinder and 2.3 and 2.5 five cylinder versions. On the other hand, the diesel engine comes in 1.8 and 2.0 TDCi Trim levels, available in the Edge and even to the Zetec, Ghia and the Titanium X.

Among the given engine types, I personally prefer the 2.0 TDCi, which actually offers a better fuel economy and superior performance.

This vehicle is not more competitive in the rival between the VW Passat, Vauxhall Vectra, Peugeot 407, BMW 3 Series and even the Audi A4 or the Audi A6 (both equipped with more sophisticated Audi A4 parts and Audi A6 parts). Ford Mondeo beat them in three distinct areas: ride quality, cabin spacing and handling, which are importance features of a vehicle to provide comfort to user or owner.

This new Ford Mondeo has proven its quality well enough in test drives. And, it didn’t fail to impressive car enthusiasts. Ford was able to enhance its capacity and I’m expecting them to do more for the following, even in other model, especially now that they are aiming to equip them with sophisticated technology.