Ford Mondeo Saloon 2.0i Si 4d (93) (1994/L) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Cost was competitive to initially buy, but higher overall garage costs and significantly lower quality build than German marques have made it an expensive long-term proposition.
Costs
Has had a lot of expensive garage appointments.
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On the road
Driving
Was quite good when newish.
Performance
Quite good when compared to an average family Saloon, but nothing too exciting.
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Living with it
Reliability
Has normally been reliable, but has also needed plenty of expensive garage work to keep it that way.
Image
The MK1 shape looks very dated now, especially the front styling.
Comfort
My 210lb body does not fit comfortably into the front bucket seats - they are not wide enough!
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Security and Service
Security
Has not been nicked with Ford fitted immobiliser and alarm.
Service
Main dealer has been quite efficient.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Has been very good until of late, now with a couple of slightly sticking valves (140,000 miles though).
Other
Eats starter motors (x4), front lower swingarms (5 x N/S, 4 x O/S)!
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes