2004 Ford Mondeo Ghia X 2.5 V6

Summary:

To me, the perfect family Estate, to carry my dog and other cargoes in comfort and safety

Faults:

As yet, no problems at all.

General Comments:

The vehicle (Estate version) is surprisingly quick on acceleration, and very smooth. You can hear the full throated power of the V6 engine, without any jump between the 5 speed auto gearbox. It carries all the usual benefits of the Mondeo Ghia X, power steering etc. and with 17" alloy wheels, gives a very striking looking vehicle. Petrol consumption is very reasonable considering the engine size, about 20/25mpg around town, and up to about 30/35 on a run, depending on driving techniques.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No

Review Date: 31st May, 2005

31st Oct 2005, 11:43

Surely a smiley face rather than a blue frown then?

2004 Ford Mondeo Zetec 2.0 TDCi - 6 Speed

Summary:

Great, fast and good looking

Faults:

No problems so far since a got the car from my company in September 2004.

General Comments:

This car is very quick indeed, it glides through the gears very smoothly.

The seats are very comfortable and are great on 400 mile + journeys.

I think the mondeo is great looking car.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 16th October, 2004

2004 Ford Mondeo Zetec 2.0 TDCi 130 diesel

Summary:

A comfortable, economical and stylish package

Faults:

Nothing yet, and hopefully nothing will.

General Comments:

This is the second diesel I have owned and the Ford 130bhp TDCi is a far superior engine to the VW PD engine. The car is comfortable, a great long distance cruiser and good around town. The '04' face lift has changed a good car to a superb car. The Mondeo was my initial choice at last purchase, but I didn't like the Escort style centre console. The new console is a match for most German manufacturers.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 6th April, 2004

3rd Oct 2004, 10:06

Has anyone got the new 2.2 St Tdci mondeo?

28th Dec 2004, 09:13

I also think that the Mondeo is a good car, and the 2.0TDCi a great engine. I mostly drive Vauxhalls, and their 2.0D offering is completely outdone by the Ford. Haven't driven a 1.9TDCi Vectra yet, perhaps this will compare more favourably.

My Mondeo was also an estate - I like the design, drive and specification level.

My only reservation was that the brakes felt spongy in comparison to the Vectra. Just a difference in feel rather than an actual fault.

12th Apr 2005, 03:37

What is the difference between Vaxhall and Vectra Diesel engine? I suspect the are alike...

2004 Ford Mondeo LX Estate 2.0 TDCi (113 bhp)

Summary:

Good Load Lugging Estate

Faults:

Nothing Yet.

General Comments:

Good Car Despite only having the 113 bhp model of the TDCi engine it can move quite well.

Performance: Quite good not pushed it yet as I only got the car yesterday. It has the 2.0L TDCi (113 bhp) 16v engine. It can take it to 62 mph in 11.2 seconds and has a top speed of 119 mph. Good amount of pulling power from all gears. Produces 206 lb ft of torque at 2000 rpm.

Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes

Review Date: 20th January, 2004

24th Nov 2004, 12:55

A very good comfortable car, two points I feel are worth mentioning. Firstly the clutch is very fierce and has caused the engine to stall on many occasions. Secondly the gate between reverse and first gear is almost non - existent and could lead to a nasty shunt in traffic. I feel that while the first point may be overcome by adjustment, the second is bad design.