Ford Mondeo Hatchback 1.8i Verona 5d (95) (1996/N) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Excellent VFM.
Costs
Reasonable parts prices - widely available.
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On the road
Driving
Handles nicely - feels firm on the road.
Performance
Not especially quick, but fast enough to get where you need to.
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Living with it
Reliability
Sometimes cuts out immediately after starting - think it's an injector fault.
Image
Typical rep-mobile image, but still nice to look at, especially the Mistral Blue Metallic paintwork.
Comfort
Lovely velour trim - nicer than the LX model it's based on.
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Security and Service
Security
Deadlocks handy - alarm only works when it wants to. Probably best to add an after-market alarm/immobiliser.
Service
Standard service from local Ford dealer - £127!
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Injector problem - bad starting (occasional). Yet to be fixed.
Other
Sticky exterior door handles - stiff and squeaky rear window.
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