Ford Mondeo Hatchback 1.8 LX TD 5d (AC) (2000/X) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Cracking value used. A spacious, dynamically up to date, well specified and well made car, with loads around under 3k.
Costs
Cheap parts and servicing, 42 mpg average, depreciation not an issue at these prices.
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On the road
Driving
Excellent handling, steering and brakes. TD engine underpowered though.
Performance
90PS in a big car. You do the maths. Slow off the line, but actually goes reasonably well once rolling. Engine reasonably smooth, but diesel rumble is ever present. Sounds awful when revved, so best driven gently.
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Living with it
Reliability
104,000 miles and still as reliable as clockwork, although will need a pair of CV joints soon. Otherwise if it had 50k on the clock, you wouldn't suspect otherwise. Build quality is excellent despite some cheap interior plastics.
Image
Unpretentious and honest. Far less socially offensive than ferrying the kids around in a 4x4.
Comfort
Superb seats, effective air conditioning, cracking heater and excellent standard kit. Ergonomics and driving position cannot be faulted.
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Security and Service
Security
No such thing with cars. Mondeo no better or worse than most.
Service
Well out of warranty, so it gets serviced outside the network. Ford dealers helpful enough for parts.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Idle speed needs resetting every service. Otherwise no faults
Other
Front outer CV joints starting to click.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes