Ford has put the Mondeo under the knife! With styling updates, a more luxurious interior, new engines and technology, the blue oval’s family saloon – set to debut at the Moscow motor show in August – has been completely overhauled.
On the outside, the Mondeo gets new front and rear bumpers, a gaping lower trapezoid grille with chrome highlights and LED daytime running lights.
Ford is aiming for a premium feel on the inside, with new trim materials across the range, a new centre console design and LED courtesy lights. The Mondeo gets a new sat-nav system and a new sound system option with a 265-watt, eight-channel amp and 17-litre subwoofer.
There are big changes under the bonnet too, with Ford introducing new petrol and diesel engines. The range topping petrol engine is expected to offer around 170 kW from the 2,0-litre EcoBoost unit, with CO2 emissions kept down to 179g/km. A tuned-up version of Ford’s 2,2-litre Duratorq TDCi diesel engine receives a power increase of 12 per cent to around 147 kW.
On top of those, there is Ford’s 149 kW 2,0-litre EcoBoost petrol engine and a range of 2,0-litre TDCi diesels available with 84, 102 or 119 kW. The firm’s dual-clutch Powershift transmission will come as standard on EcoBoost models and as an option for the 102 and 119 kW oil burners.
Too boost efficiency Ford is offering Smart Regenerative Breaking, Ford Eco Mode and an Active Grille Shutter System – which regulates airflow through the radiator and the engine compartment to reduce drag and help warm the engine up faster.
A range of new driver assistance features will also be available, including Lane Departure Warning, Driver Alert, Auto High Beam, Blind Sport Information System and Rear View Camera.
UK specs, trim levels and pricing have yet to be confirmed but the new Mondeo is due to go on sale there in October 2010.
