Ford Mondeo Hatchback 2.0i Ghia X 5d (96) (1997/R) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
I bought it 3 years old with 82k on the clock for £5500.
Costs
Ford servicing is horrendously expensive! I get 40+ mpg in 25k/year annual mileage - mainly on main roads. Over 44 is possible on the motorway - use good petrol and the cruise control!
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On the road
Driving
Handling OK. Engine underpowered for a 2-litre. Lacks guts (cf VW 1.8 GTi).
Performance
See above.
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Living with it
Reliability
Cat went, also lamda sensor. Otherwise has been very reliable.
Image
It's a Mondeo, innit!
Comfort
Leather seats hide skuffs and kiddy mess. I am tall and find the driver's seat lacks lumbar support.
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Security and Service
Security
OK (so far!).
Service
Ford dealerships are 3x the price of an independent.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
None. Lacks torque though very economical.
Other
CD player only works on some slots. One door handle failed.
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