Ford Mondeo Estate 2.0TD LX 5d (2001/Y) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Was my company car which I then bought after 3 years for £6k, absolute bargain. Don't buy new though, that would be madness.
Costs
Insurance reasonable, tyres for the 16" wheels pricy though. Service costs cheap(ish).
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On the road
Driving
Very impressive for a big heavy car. Loads of grip, good body control, never seems to get out of shape. Steering is light, but manges to be precise with good feel, well done Ford.
Performance
Rough and ready, definately can't hide its diesel nature. Lots of shove though, in an un-refined sort of way (115bhp Tdi version). Best on Motorways.
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Living with it
Reliability
Never broken down or not started in nearly 4 years.
Image
No image whatsoever. I quite like that. It does what it says on the tin, big family estate, better than driving an MPV.
Comfort
Most comfortable front seats of any car I've ever had, loads of adjustment. Huge amounts of rear leg and headroom. Massive boot.
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Security and Service
Security
Never been broken into.
Service
Usual Ford levels of disinterest, you're better off finding an enthusiastic local garage once it's over 3 years old and out of warranty.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Other
Stupid roof mounted sunglasses holder broke, that's about it.
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