Ford Mondeo Saloon (00-07) - Review

Review by Simon Harris on
Ford launched a class leader in 2000 with the second-generation Mondeo. Spacious and comfortable, the car was also enjoyable to drive. While the diesel engines were a big improvement over the ones in the old model, it wasn't until the introduction of the TDCi engines in November 2001 that they were truly competitive. First major change to the Mondeo came in the summer of 2003 with improved quality and a greater level of equipment available, while it underwent further revisions in 2005. The high-performance ST220 was joined by a quick diesel ST TDCi in 2004. Loses value quickly because of the volumes sold to fleets that arrive on the used market, but an accomplished performer.
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Buying used

Saloons are rarer than hatchback versions, but also worth a little less if you can find one. Diesels will be in highest demand, with prices reflecting this. All will have air conditioning, electric windows and a CD/radio, but look out for any other attractive extras that might have been fitted, such as heated seats, satellite navigation or Sony audio systems. Be aware that in the earliest colour satellite navigation systems in the Mondeo the navigation CD shared a slot with the CD player, so a six-CD autochanger would be a desirable addition on those cars.

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Selling

The best cars with full service histories, upmarket interiors, scratch-free exteriors and dentless bodywork will sell quickest. TDCi diesels will also be desirable on the used market. Saloons will always be a little harder to sell than the hatchback versions.