Saving in the right direction: choosing a used Ford Mondeo IV. Ford Mondeo IV - wide and high-quality restyling of the 4-generation Ford mondeo E-class sedan

One of the prime examples of the attention to detail that was shown when creating Ford mondeo Are new LED bulbs daytime running lights that make your vehicle more visible to other road users. They look stylish and, thanks to the latest LED technology, consume much less energy than conventional low beam headlights.

High intensity bi-xenon headlights

The bi-xenon headlights of the New Mondeo are more than twice as powerful as halogen headlights, but at the same time they consume one third less energy. They are equipped with static cornering headlights and washers. (Option)

Rear LED lights

A bright detail of the car. Powerful and durable LED lights make your vehicle more visible on the road and add attractiveness to the exterior. (Enter standard equipment)

Rear View Camera

When turning on the transmission reverse The rear view camera image automatically appears on the display of the navigation system, allowing you to see objects behind the vehicle and to maneuver safely. Dedicated graphics show you the distance to obstacle, width and centerline of the vehicle, taking into account the steering angle. (Option. Only available with Audio Pack 5)

Blind spot monitoring system

This high-tech system additional review designed to facilitate long distance travel. If another car appears in your "blind" line of sight, the system will automatically warn you about this using the signal LED built into the side mirrors. (Option)

High-quality audio system Premium Sound

Great sound is provided by an 8-channel 265W amplifier, premium speakers including a tweeter and hidden subwoofer. You can enjoy superb playback quality, rich and rich even at low volumes. 3 tuners and 2 antennas ensure optimal reception of radio signals and traffic information. The system is equipped with a USB / MP3 / iPod connector. (Option, only available with Sony audio and navigation systems).

Navigation system

The ideal satellite navigation system for simplified route planning features a 7-inch touchscreen for easy and convenient operation. The system is fully Russified, supports SD-cards and allows you to find the shortest, fastest or most economical route. It constantly monitors your speed and traffic, giving the driver your estimated arrival time and other travel information (if a traffic message channel is available in your region of use). In addition, the system is equipped with connectors for connecting an iPod or MP3 player, and an optional 6-disc CD player can be installed. All devices are controlled by switches mounted on the steering wheel. (Option)

Adaptive cruise control (ACC)

With the ACC function, you can maintain a selected distance from the vehicle in front. If the vehicle in front slows down and the distance to it decreases, your speed will decrease. If the speed of this vehicle increases, you automatically return to the previously selected speed. At the same time, the FA system monitors the distance to the vehicle moving in front of you and, in case of excessive approach, warns you with the help of sound and light signals... This system is available with an Adjustable Speed ​​Limiter (ASLD).

Adjustable Speed ​​Limiter (ASLD)

This new system driver assistance is installed as a component of cruise control. The ASLD limiter is designed to prevent the driver from accidentally exceeding the set speed, for example, in order not to exceed the maximum permissible speed on long journeys. Using the redesigned cruise control switches located on the steering wheel, you can set maximum speed movement within the range from 30 to 180 km / h. If you try to exceed the set limit, the ASLD system will prevent you from gaining speed above the set speed. (Option)

Dual-zone electronic automatic climate control

Front seats with separate climate control

Passenger on front seat has the ability to customize climate control. For him, the trip will become even more comfortable, especially when traveling long distances. The seats are equipped with a heating and ventilation system with five operating modes. Built-in heaters maintain the desired temperature, while perforated trim and built-in fans allow cool air inside the car to circulate between the seats and the occupants.

Connector for MP3 player and USB storage

Now with technology voice control You can safely make calls from your mobile phone without taking your hands off the wheel. This system allows you to control your Bluetooth * mobile phone, as well as your car audio, navigation and climate control systems.

Rear Seat DVD Entertainment

For the Titanium version, it is possible to install a premium entertainment system for passengers in the rear seats. This system is equipped with two DVD players and two independently controlled 7 "LCD screens. They are located in the backs of the front seats and are equipped with remote controls and two wireless headphones. Your passengers will be able to enjoy their personal space by watching movies and playing computer games. (Option for configuration Titanium)

FordPower Button

Long gone are the days when a key had to be inserted into the ignition to start the engine. Just press the FordPower button while holding down the clutch (automatic transmission, brake pedal) and the engine comes to life! This function is also available with the FordKeyFree system: it allows you to lock and unlock the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket or bag.

Keyless Entry System

Ford KeyFree introduces a keyless vehicle access system that allows you to lock and unlock your vehicle without removing the key from your pocket or bag. Sensors located around the perimeter of the car detect the presence of a key, and then send the appropriate command to the locking mechanism.

Cooled glove compartment in passenger seats

Auto-dimming rearview mirror

EcoBoost Engines

The new Mondeo received two new turbocharged gasoline Ford engine EcoBoost - 2.0 (240 HP) and 2.0 (200 HP). Combining the advantages of a turbocharger, variable valve timing and direct injection technology, the EcoBoost series engines are comparable to larger V6 units in both torque and power - with significantly lower fuel consumption.

PowerShift transmission

The Ford PowerShift transmission is ideal for gambling drivers. This state-of-the-art 6-speed automatic transmission with double clutch provides accurate and smooth, fast and timely gear changes. At the same time, fuel consumption is significantly reduced and is comparable to the consumption when using a manual transmission.

Rain sensing wipers

The automatic wipers of the New Mondeo have six sensitivity levels. They start working at the first drops of rain, and when it intensifies, the speed of their work increases, which allows them to cope with any whims of nature. Minus one concern for the driver!

Automatic switching on of external lighting

The New Mondeo's exterior lighting system is designed to make driving at night easier, safer and more comfortable. The headlights are automatically switched on as soon as the sensors detect a decrease in illumination (including when using windshield wipers that react to rain). You do not need to be distracted and turn on the headlights at dusk, at night or when entering a tunnel.

Headlights with Home Safe switch-off delay function

The headlights and lights around the door of the New remain on for some time after you leave the car. This feature allows you to safely walk from your car to your door at night.

Adjustable seats

The stylish and sculpted sports seats of the New Mondeo have special functionality. Even if the seat is already in the raised position, which is comfortable for driving, it can be raised even higher. They are distinguished by their sports appearance and passenger seats for maximum flexibility and comfort, freedom and excellent visibility for passengers of all sizes and heights. The second row seats are equipped with easy recline, which allows you to create comfort during a long trip. In the New Mondeo, it is possible to install especially comfortable modernized versions of the driver's seats and front passenger, with the ability to adjust to 8 positions and memory settings. Besides, driver's seat has a lumbar support and is able to store up to 4 configuration options.

The interior of the New Mondeo has an improved LED lighting system. This system creates a more modern atmosphere in the cabin and provides excellent interior lighting for all passengers. Moreover, LED lightening consumes less energy, is easier to operate and is brighter than standard incandescent bulbs.

Emergency braking alarm

The hazard warning lights turn on when you brake hard: the rear brake lights automatically light up and flash, warning the drivers of vehicles moving behind them about a potentially dangerous situation. (Standard)

Human Machine Interface (HMI) and Ford Convers + display

An intuitive and user-friendly digital control center is standard on the New Mondeo. It helps you keep control of the vehicle system. The HMI is equipped with a display (Standard, Expanded or Ford Convers +). The Convers + display is standard on the Titanium versions and can be installed as an option on the Trend and Ghia versions. The Human Machine Interface (HMI) is controlled by two steering wheel-mounted switches that allow you to control settings for vehicle systems, including the audio system. With the left switch you can tune and change radio stations or CD tracks, adjust the volume. The right switch controls the display, allowing you to view various parameters, including readings on-board computer... On the Ford Convers + display, the right switch allows you to scroll through media lists, control your phone, radio and CD player. A USB / MP3 / iPod connector is also available as an option.

Intelligent Security System (IPS)

The fourth, restyled version was presented to Russian motorists in 2010, during the functioning of the Moscow Motor Show. On which, everyone could appreciate its innovations, and the practical details of this option.

With 4850 mm in length, 1886 mm in width and 1500 mm in height, Ford Mondeo IV It is rightfully considered a large car, given the ground clearance of 130 mm. These figures, first of all, speak of a very roomy cabin with a lot of space. In this sense, this sedan is a typical, big car from USA.

Through restyling, some of the outer contours of the car have changed, but the notes of "bloat" have remained in place. When calculating changes from previous versions, it should be indicated that most of the touched the front of the vehicle. Engineers gave the hood a rounded shape, thus increasing its circumference, and, above the fog lights, high-quality LEDs were installed, replacing daytime ones in their functionality. running lights... Not left without improved LED and side lights and rear lights, which in turn have become larger. Particularly noteworthy is the new radiator grille, which has received new, larger dimensions, which makes appearance the whole car is more sporty and heavier. To achieve this effect, wheel arches also made more bloated.

In terms of the ratio of changes between the exterior and the interior, the advantage is still on the side of the former. But the following changes can be distinguished: the center console received noticeable smooth lines, devices with new graphic indicators also have a better finish. The leather interior is now available as a separate option for buyers. A well-functioning electronic base of the car appeared - a high-quality blind spot monitoring system, a driver fatigue monitoring system, as well as a competent on-board computer rated on a five-point scale.

The interior is pleasing to the eye, with gorgeous metal accents, soft blue tint - in general, one simplicity and comfort. An undeniable positive quality is the moderately loaded center console, the arrangement of the instruments on which allows you to drive the car without unnecessary hassle, and in combination with the multifunctional steering wheel is just a fairy tale. Whole salon Ford Mondeo IV equipped with convenient and practical pockets for personal belongings and items.

We can say with absolute certainty that the restyling went to Ford only for the good. After all, you have to constantly meet current standards and compete with new models, and you cannot achieve this without changes.

Region technical equipment, in the new Ford Mondeo IV in fact high level updates. Now in the car, - the new TDCi petrol engine with a volume of two liters, as well as a power of two hundred Horse power baby boy. But there is also a younger gasoline brother - an engine with a volume of 1.6 liters and one hundred and twenty horsepower. It is possible to install the most powerful one - two hundred and forty horsepower.

Cost and configuration

Restyling of the E-class sedan, Ford Mondeo IV represented in five various trim levels: Ambiente, Ambiente Plus, Trend, Titanium, Anniversary 20... Giving a total of thirteen different modifications with various technical indicators, where one of 6 engines is installed and one of 3 automatic boxes gear. This variant also contains Business Class and Anniversary Configurations. Market value a car starts at 1,199,000 rubles and ends at around 1,759,000 rubles.

Equipping Ford, at the basic level, includes: airbags for passengers and the driver, ABS and ESP, locking the locks on the rear doors, side curtains on the windows. As a comfort, the car is provided with - a good on-board computer, air conditioning, power steering with the ability to adjust it in height and reach, toned glass, cigarette lighter. Of course, in the cabin you can only consider the third rear headrest, the front power windows, and the center folding armrest. It is worth noting that the presence includes audio preparation and alarm, and a separate option includes paintwork and light-alloy wheels "16". Visibility will be facilitated by a light sensor, heated mirrors, power mirrors, and as a bonus fog lights. It can be stated that, as for the basic one, the equipment of the car is weak, the reason for this may be the high cost when the interior is equipped with various materials.

The maximum version, not much different from the basic one, is equipped with: a high-quality blind spot monitoring system, cruise and climate controls, front and rear parking assistance systems, engine start via a button, keyless access system. Visibility is now equipped with: xenon and bi-xenon headlights, rain sensor, headlight washers, electric folding mirrors, heating system windshield, fog lights. The salon is equipped with - classy leather trim, electrically adjustable seats, heated, ventilated front and rear seats, front and rear power lifts, leather trim for the gearshift lever. Not without Bluetooth, Hi-Fi and a high-quality audio system.

More disclosed pricing data is provided below:

Pros and cons of auto

The car is made and combines the most recognizable American features in mechanical engineering - the spaciousness of a large and comfortable sedan. This is the main trump card. But you cannot pass by a high-quality line of engines, among which there are diesel unit... The choice among three gearboxes is also a reason for pride.

The equipment in the basic version brings the entire vehicle down. But the clearance of 130 mm also speaks volumes that this iron horse is intended purely for smooth roads, poor coverage - significantly reduces cross-country ability.

Here only positive reviews and indicators. Taking into account the dimensions of the car, gasoline consumption remains relatively low, but it should be borne in mind that these measurements were carried out using high-quality fuel. Realizing that domestic fuel has a lower quality, consumption can be increased.

Clearance Ford Mondeo IV

As stated above, ground clearance 130 mm for Russia is too little, in contrast to the USA. Therefore, riding on uneven surfaces can be a lot of hassle.

Review Ford Mondeo 4

Foreword.

A car is, first of all, a mechanism, and like any other mechanism it tends to fail sooner or later. How often and how serious it will be depends entirely on you.

How it was.

Until the moment I bought it, I owned a Passat B5 that had grown old and gone to car enthusiasts with a lot of enthusiasm and passion. My choice was between Nissan Teana, BMW 5, Mazda 6 and actually Ford Mondeo of the last (at that time) generation. The evaluation criteria were as before - a rather long, moderately heavy and roomy sedan. Teana - disappeared for reasons of interior design, BMW - frightened off by the price, Mondeo - caught my eye with the design of the body lines, the interior of the cabin and the relatively low pricing policy, in its segment, incl. and service. On the part of the technical characteristics of the car, I was looking for a car, the key for which would simply be the technical performance of the main components and assemblies (the torment was enough with the front Passat suspension). As a result - I saw the ad, I decided to look. I arrived, examined and understood - what I need.

The package was called Titanium Black, which had everything except the sunroof, and the 2.5T engine, the color is called "Morello", and in different lighting it is more red-violet than burgundy. A couple of days later we got the traffic police, let's go ...

As it is. Salon Ford Mondeo is quite ergonomic, comfortable, beautiful, too, in moderation. In the cabin there are enough different niches and boxes for small things of every kind, some for cigarettes, and some for chewing gum.

The trim levels of the leather seats varied, some had alcantara with leather, I personally have rag seats, trimmed with leather, all dark in color. Not easily soiled, pleasant anatomical seats showed themselves on long trips, the lumbar support finally dispelled doubts about convenience and comfort on the road. I traveled long distances (more than 700 kilometers) without stopping and it is extremely pleasing that my back and butt do not get tired.

The front seats have heating (5-stage), which will satisfy even the most fastidious sralniki. It's a cool topic for winter, although I rarely use it.

The driver's seat is electrically lifted in height, the rest are only forward / backward and lumbar support. There have been no complaints about the inconvenience yet.

Door cards are also plastic, trimmed with leather, with full-fledged handles for closing and opening the door. On the driver's door there is a control unit for all power windows, disable / enable rear windows and mirror adjustment.

Below in the photo it will be seen - this configuration has an aluminum finish, which I personally like more than false plastic "under a tree". To each his own.

The dashboard - with an on-board computer Convers +, a standard tachometer and a speedometer, everything is done in a red and white style, with brightness control and at night I did not have any difficulties. Here I can only highlight the fact that the converse in a muffled car still shines blue and white, and if you retire with a girl - well, somehow it's not comfortable in general, because the display is hefty, almost the entire interior is illuminated.

Air duct deflectors - at first glance, they resembled Renault Logan deflectors in shape, but this is perhaps all that I can say bad about them. Everything ventilates, everything turns, everything functions, in the central side pillars (where the seat belt is attached) there are deflectors for rear passengers... Warm air in winter until it reaches there - it will lose a little in temperature, but in general - people sitting in the back feel the difference.

The torpedo is large enough that, in combination with a long and massive hood, gives additional confidence, you feel more confident when driving, as if there is massive armor ahead.

The climatronic and the center console are standard in principle, and here I can only highlight the fact that cars with a good package are equipped with a 2din touchscreen radio tape recorder, which is not inferior in functionality to a home TV, with the ability to connect a rear-view camera and a bunch of other goodies.

The glove compartment is very deep and roomy, it fits 2 bottles of 2 liters each (you can use it as a refrigerator), cup holders - 2 pieces, a cigarette lighter too, the central tunnel is painted with piano varnish, which (infection) loves to scratch. We have to do wet cleaning in the car almost weekly to keep everything in its original form.

The size of the salon pleasantly impressed me. It is easy for 4 adult weighty men to fit in winter clothes, without pushing or squeezing with their knees on the seat in front of them or a torpedo.

Otherwise, everything is within reach even for a tall and massive person. My height is 185 centimeters, under 90 kilograms in weight - I feel comfortable, without any difficulties, everything is convenient, I don’t rest my head, I don’t rest on the steering wheel, it’s not convenient just to climb backwards - it’s far, not even with the belt unfastened.

The engine on this model is installed with the AOBA marking, has 2 liters of volume and 145 hp. power is called Durateq. This engine is native to Ford, since the rest of the engines (for example, 2.3 are borrowed from Mazda, 2.5 with a turbine - from Volvo). It's hard to say 2 liters - a lot or a little - everyone decides for himself, but for me personally it is almost enough. The car is quite heavy, with a bunch of options, and there is a noticeable loss of power when driving with 3 passengers and the air conditioner on. No, she does not stop driving at all - she still goes for overtaking, and “spins” well at high revs, it just becomes more difficult for her to do all this, as a result of which the consumption increases.

Speaking of consumption: when buying, I measured the consumption by refueling (and not according to the readings of the on-board computer, as many do, it was about 11 liters in the city, about 8-9 liters outside the city. As every decent car owner should do when buying a used car - after the purchase, MOT was immediately done, on which:

Changing the engine oil and manual transmission

Replacing the spark plugs of the internal combustion engine

Cleaning and adaptation throttle ICE

All filters

A computer is connected, reading errors showed their absence.

After that, the consumption was pleasantly surprised, and amounted to 8.4 liters / 100 kilometers in the city mode, and 5.9 liters in the “highway” mode, without exaggeration. Measurements were carried out in winter time, with heating switched on in the middle, without external lighting switched on, heated windshield and rear windows, with 2 passengers, at a speed not exceeding 100 km / h, on studded tires.

It still remains a mystery to me - where do they take huge expense(about 15 to 18 liters in the city) on similar motors from other owners.

The engine does not consume oil under any pretext, even if it systematically spins up to 3.5-4 thousand rpm. From replacement to replacement, the car eats up nothing.

The oil is used original, Ford (most likely it is a barrel Castrol 5w-30).

The warm engine runs quietly, I almost started the already started car a couple of times.

Timing Belt - Missing, Hallelujah! The timing chain requires attention to itself at the time of the run near 200 thousand, so for the first 3-5 years of ownership you can forget about it (with timely maintenance, of course). For the rest, everything is standard, antifreeze is pink, the power steering fluid is gray, the belt on the engine is only one, according to the location of the engine (across) it changes without much difficulty.

I service the engine every 8,000 kilometers, it is expensive (even post-warranty maintenance not from a dealer costs about 4,500 thousand rubles), but it is reliable and calm in operation. I have never understood people who do not care about the maintenance of their car and change the oil with filters once every 25-30 thousand kilometers, after which they are surprised - increased consumption, coking of the bed in the cylinder head, carbon deposits and in pots, the occurrence of rings on the caps, noises, vibrations, smokiness ...

Other engines (for example, a 2.3 or 2.5 turbo engine) - the picture may be different, you need to read and try. I did everything at my own peril and risk.

The suspension is not multi-link, which works in the minus of comfort, but in the plus of maintenance and maintainability. There is nothing special to break, shock absorbers, stabilizer struts and wishbones at the rear (of course, without separately changing silent blocks), at a cost - with relatives of the trade wind. After the purchase, I had to raise the car, the list changed:

Brake discs and pads in a circle

Steering rod right front

Rear trailing arms

Stabilizer's pole

Partly the original was put, partly - a high-quality substitute, and it came out about 30 thousand. Expensive or cheap - judge for yourself. Regular trips to Karelia (Petrozavodsk, whoever was, knows which roads) and a control examination after half a year showed the absence of mechanical pathology. Let's see what happens next.

The luggage compartment deserves special attention. My height is 185 (described above), and bending over into the trunk opening - I can't reach the back rear seats, the trunk is really very large, voluminous, with a niche for a spare wheel and essential tools. The main drawback of the luggage compartment, I will single out (like almost everyone who drives the Mondeo) is a very narrow and small opening. Every now and then - either you get dirty on the bumper, or you won't get something from afar.

In winter, it was noticed that structurally the trunk lid closes close to the bumper, and if there is ice, there are scratches on the same bumper. Until I won, I am looking for solutions. The storm drain from the trunk lid was also not very thoughtfully made, since if in the rain you open luggage compartment, a whole stream will rush from the lid, at best - on your knees.

Heating, ventilation, air conditioning have already been partially described in the topic header, but I will tell you in more detail. In general, everything is standard, except that the interior is large, and it is quite difficult to warm up in frost below 25 degrees. And it's not a weak stove, but the volume of the cabin. At first I was sitting on the spectacle - I thought it was a problem with the stove, but then I kind of realized that the air was almost hot from the deflectors, it just took time to warm up.

With air conditioning, the situation is the same. True, after the purchase, I immediately decided to fill the system so that at an unnecessary moment I would not be left without coolness in the sun.

After refueling, the dust filter was removed, a complete steam treatment of all sub-torpedo air ducts with chlorhexidine was carried out at a temperature of 97 degrees and a pressure of 2 atmospheres.

This made it possible to kill and disinfect everything through which air enters the cabin. The A / C radiator was also repeatedly flushed with active body foam and pressurized water to reduce the load on the compressor.

After these procedures, the air conditioner began to cool an order of magnitude stronger, the interior began to cool down much faster.

To the same section I will include those nishtyaks that pleased with the purchase, we are talking about heated windshield. Before the purchase, I heard the opinion of skeptics, they say why it is needed, it will freeze as it will freeze and other heresy .... I will say competently that in frost up to minus 20 degrees Celsius - any snow and any ice turns into water within 1 minute, after which the wiper blades are simply removed, or with a rubber slime. The battery will eat, no - the glass will not crack, no - no ice remains, the glass remains dry. A damn comfortable weight!

Ford has sewn into the converse an option that, when measuring the outside temperature, automatically turns on the heating of the windshield and rear glass, as well as the mirrors if the overboard is below plus 5. A lot of things, because at plus 4 there is practically no frost and frost, and the battery starts to eat up. It is treated with a removed fuse, if anyone needs it.

Permeability of course depends on the driver. It's not worth storming a ford and crossing water obstacles on this car, but on 30-centimeter snow, Ice Cruiser 7000 rubber, the car rushes like a tank, in second gear, without burying. Deeper - I have not tried it, and it is not necessary. Yet - an urban business sedan.

Safety, thank God, did not have to be checked, but according to what was stated - 8 airbags, including the driver's knee airbag. It's hard to say about the thickness of the metal, but given modern trends - it is thin, they save on everything. Don't drive - you don't have to use.

Multimedia and audio - not to say that I'm delighted, but quite good. The head unit is like a small TV, 8 speakers, and lacks a subwoofer. Plays quite well, can read USB, Micro DC (+ navigation), AUX and DVD.

The head unit itself has a Bluetooth function, a radio and you can watch a movie. In general, it is convenient. All this is an additional option, and refers to the car indirectly.

Conclusion:

A large, respectable sedan, with a good range of options and goodies, but unfortunately the modern quality of workmanship leaves much to be desired. I will put a solid top three for the assembly, crickets slip through the cabin, the paint layer is thin - chips to metal. If you choose a car, choose a slightly older (up to 2010) year, and in the worst case you get to the Belgian assembly, at the best - to the German one.

I did not like the assembly of Vsevolozhsky Sollers.

Thank you for your attention!

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In this, 2014, a new, fifth, generation of Ford Mondeo will be on sale. And therefore, now is the time to buy a car, which, on the one hand, is not yet morally obsolete, and on the other, has already decreased in price. And therefore, it seems to me, the review of the Ford Mondeo 4 now is just the way.

The model has been on the market for a long time and enjoys well-deserved popularity. Ford Mondeo is available in sedan, hatchback and station wagon bodies. Let's see what caused this and what are the main characteristics of this car.

We see Ford Mondeo 4 on the road every day, but what is interesting is that it is there in a variety of qualities. It can also be a car of a corporate fleet of large companies, used to transport customers. Also, this car is found on the way to the suburban area, with a trunk and a cabin filled with seedlings and other suburban belongings. But it is not uncommon to see a Ford Mondeo with several children in the back seat, which speaks of another incarnation of it - as a family car.

Based on this, we can conclude that the car turned out, albeit not pronounced, but extremely versatile, and perhaps this is the secret of its success.

Exterior inspiring confidence

The appearance of the car does not cause a storm of emotions, but everything here speaks of good quality and reliable car... Restyling carried out in 2010 did not change the exterior much, the radiator grille was updated, a new one appeared front bumper, yes, the headlights have become a little different. In addition, a bit of chrome has been added to the sides.

Appearance on a dark blue car

By the way, if you look at the history of changes in the Ford Mondeo, you will notice the constancy of one design line. And now, the general appearance of the car has remained the same. And even the next generation remained recognizable.

At the back of the car, there is a double exhaust pipe, it adds external power to the car and speaks of solid status.

Judging by its dimensions, the car can be classified as a business class:

• Length - 4850 mm
• Width - 1886 mm
• Height - 1500 mm

Ford Mondeo 4 is the widest and tall car among competitors.

However, from the Ford Mondeo trim levels, only the most expensive one corresponds to this status:

• Ambiente
• Trend
• Titanium
• Anniversary 20

Color range Ford Mondeo 4

Top-end equipment is impressive - the rest are not very

Of course, in order to become part of the premium segment, it is not enough just to have a large body size. But for such a case, this car can please maximum complete set, where there is everything you need for the complete comfort of passengers and for pride in the car - the driver.

High-quality interior materials, comfortable seats with pronounced lateral support, stitched with white stitching, look great and create the image of a quality car.

Leather interior: front seats and control panel

Good visibility is provided by relatively large rear-view mirrors and a good fit.

The dashboard is equipped with a color screen showing on-board computer data. Navigation on this display is done from the steering wheel and has a slight inconvenience. In order to get to the desired function, sometimes you have to do 5-6 clicks. But, in general, this is a trifle.

The center of the front panel is occupied by a large 7-inch screen, audio system and dual-zone climate control. The screen shows data from the rear view camera, navigator and all other interior equipment.

Navigation is not badly translated into Russian, although there are many abbreviations to which you need to get used to.

The chairs are heated and ventilated. The windshield and side windows are also heated.

And although the seats are molded for two people, the third will be equally comfortable there.

Plenty of free space in both front and back

The trunk has a very good volume - 493 liters, if you need more, then folding the backs of the rear seats, the luggage compartment will almost triple.

Luggage compartment

Despite the rather large volume of the trunk, it is not convenient to fold oversized things into it due to the narrow opening.

Sound insulation practically does not cause any complaints, with each new generation or restyling, acoustic comfort has improved, and by this, the 4th generation has achieved very good results. According to the owners of Ford Mondeo, in the cabin you can speak in a half voice even at speeds over 200 km / h.

Good handling, but weak dynamics

Before the restyled model was armed with only one engine, which would show good dynamics, but now the engineers of the American company have equipped the car with another powerful engine. However, it is available only in the maximum configuration.

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The rest of the power units, as before, are not capable of accelerating a heavy car too quickly. The weight of the Ford Mondeo 4 is 2.2 tons, so this behavior is quite justified.

For most configurations, the average acceleration time to 100 km / h is about 10 seconds.

Let's see what engines we are offered with the Ford Mondeo 4.

Two powerful gasoline engine, aggregated with an automatic gearbox, with two clutches - Powershift. By the way, the reviews about her are very positive. So these two power units quite cheerfully accelerate the car to a hundred, in about 7.5 seconds.

There is also a turbo diesel, the main advantage of which should be efficiency, but, according to the reviews of the owners of a Ford Mondeo 4 with such an engine, real expense is one and a half times more than stated.

But, in general, the car is not a racing car, and for it the controllability is much more important, but just here there is complete order.

The suspension settings allow you to easily enter any corners without feeling any roll. The car obeys the steering wheel perfectly, and it is a pleasure to drive it. This way, specifications perfectly match the market niche that this machine occupies.

However, the price to pay for such a suspension is its increased rigidity. And this leads to the fact that you will feel good all the cracks in the road.

Another small problem is the not very high ground clearance, only 130 mm. This ground clearance will prevent you from climbing curbs or pushing on gravel. Most likely in Ford counted on the use of their brainchild exclusively on smooth asphalt.

Ford Mondeo 4 test drive video

Safe and reliable

As befits a car striving for business class, the Ford Mondeo 4 is equipped with a large number of active and passive systems to ensure that nothing happens to the driver and passengers.

• 6 airbags
• Safety shutters
• Driver's knee cushion
• Isofix - bracket for installing a child seat
• ABS - anti-lock braking system
• EBD - brake force distribution
• EBA - emergency braking assistance system
• ESP - Vehicle Stability
• ASR - traction control
• Wheel pressure monitoring
• Blind spot monitoring
• Cruise control
• Front and rear parking sensors

As you can see, the equipment is decent, however, some of this is available either in top trim levels, or for an additional fee.