Ford Mondeo Hatchback 1.8 LX 5d (00) (2002/02) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Excellent value. Bought 6 months old, was lying in the corner of a car supermarket, paid £8,400 for it!
Costs
Seems to eat petrol - maybe I have a heavy right foot!
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On the road
Driving
Drives well, engine nice for a 1.8, although a bit slow unless you keep the revs over 2,500.
Performance
Very nice, as long as you keep revs up. Acceleration is quite potent above 80mph in comparison to many models. You will see 130mph on the dial before it gives up.
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Living with it
Reliability
No problems, although it does slow start once in a while.
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Mondeo Man! And I'm only 23!
Comfort
Comfy seats, but a little too high up and it's very difficult to get the perfect position.
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Security and Service
Security
alarm/immobiliser works ok, but the alarm is so quiet.
Service
The dealer changed the handbrake at a recall, but their service was poor and they wanted to inspect the car before ordering the kit, so it took two trips to the dealer.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Tyres wear out so quickly, boot doesn't always shut properly.
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