Ford Mondeo Hatchback (2007 - 2014) 2.0 TDCi Zetec 5d (2007/07) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Family man & load carrier.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Very smart & practical.

Would you buy this car again and why?

No. Various people have put the new Mondeo alongside BMW's, Audi, VW etc. My old VW didnt have the backlash in the geartrain that is obvious around town. A Ford mechanic suggested that the petrol versions were worse! What really spoils the car for me is the drivers seat. On roundabouts & right hand bends, the support from the seat is almost non-existant, yet on fast left hand bends you are held in the seat very well. (I dread going to the office in Milton Keynes - roundabout city). The problem is that there is a plate which holds the airbag on the seat RHS, giving support to the right shoulder, yet on the LHS there is no plate, allowing the seat shoulder cushion to deform badly, giving no support. Ford are aware of my complaint, but say they have had no others. Seat back cushion was repla

What are you likely to buy next?

Passat Est.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchise

Did you buy this car new?

Yes

What price did you pay?

£0

When did you buy the car?

July 2007

Did you get a good deal and why?

NA

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Needed a 5 door, & plenty of room.

What was the dealer like?

NA

What's it like to drive?

My (company) car has just done 12000 ml, at an average fuel consumption of 49.1 mpg, thanks to long legged gearing. Performance is more than adequate, with plenty of low down pull. Engine noise is well muted, except when cold. On motorways & fast roads it is a smooth quiet cruiser, quiet country show the cars good handling characteristics.

What's it like to park?

Ok with sensors

Have you had any problems with the car?

No.

What's most practical about your car?

Size & 5 doors.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Optional parking sensors a must.