Ford Mondeo Hatchback 2.0TDCi LX (130ps) 5d Auto (02) (2003/03) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Value ruined by faults. Fortunately all covered by warranty.
Costs
Not as economical as manual. Nearly 20mpg less.
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On the road
Driving
Very good motorway stability.
Performance
Does not accelerate as fast as manual. Top speed same as manual.
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Living with it
Reliability
Has had constant failure to start problem during 4 months of ownership. Dealer has finally agreed to exchange car for 6 speed manual TDCi.
Image
Bit of a rep's car.
Comfort
As good as previously owned BMW.
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Security and Service
Security
Good immobiliser.
Service
Have tried to rectify the starting problem on 6 occasions. Courtesy car supplied each time.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Failure to start intermittently, although this may not be engine problem, but an electrical fault.
Other
Front heated screen not working - changed under warranty. Leaking into boot.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No