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Ford Mondeo hatchback (2006-2014): owner reviews

"The Ford Mondeo is spacious, well equipped and good to drive, but a replacement is overdue. Its large size and dated interior can put buyers off."

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by Richard Ingram

7 Oct 2014

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Carbuyer Rating

4.0 out of 5

Owners Rating

4.2 out of 5

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Owner Reviews

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69%of people would recommend this car to a friend

Common Problems

Engine (6 cases)
Other (10 cases)
Brakes (1 case)
Electrics (6 cases)
Suspension (7 cases)
Electrics, Engine, Suspension (1 case)
Electrics, Other (1 case)
Brakes, Gearbox / clutch, Suspension (1 case)
Brakes, Engine, Gearbox / clutch (1 case)
Brakes, Electrics, Suspension (1 case)
Gearbox / clutch (3 cases)
Engine, Gearbox / clutch (1 case)
Electrics, Engine (1 case)
Engine, Other (1 case)

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Great car for long distance driving, good reliability, good space, good handling, low maintenance so far.

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overall fairly good

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Reliability has been good but last year it needed a new clutch and dual mass flywheel and early this year needed a camshaft position sensor

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never let me down in 7 years

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Haven't had it very long, but so far seems ok.

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no issues despite high mileage

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Generally the car has been fine, just wear and tear. A few electrical problems but nothing to worry about. Overall, considering the cars age I'm very happy with its reliability.

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Some major problems early on, such as Rear Bushes and front suspension needing replacing by 28,000 miles. More reliable in latter years.

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2 major problems - injector & power steering

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Only had one major problem a failed EGR valve

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Only one fault in 30k miles. New bonnet cable.

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Aside a few electrical faults such as 12v power sockets and every now and again whilst driving the dash will power down briefly, the car has been very reliable so far. Now on 37000 miles

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No significant problems so far

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car in fine starts well, heats up quickly

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Very Reliable, only minor age issues

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It has not broken down in 5.5yrs.

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never broken down. Only in the garage once a year for service

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Not bad , cheap to fix

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hasn't broke down on me once

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Yes Green thumbs up

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It has been extremely reliable, I've had very few problems with it, considering the mileage I put on it.

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Yes Green thumbs up

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done 117000 miles passed last two mots with no problems did have a new starter motor at 111000 apart from that it hasent missed a beat.

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no problems since i bought it in may

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Age related defects only. reliable runner

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Yes Green thumbs up

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My only gripe is the fact that I have already replaced 2 EGR valves and believe this to be a common problem. Apart from that the car has been excellent.

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Nothing major however small failures irritate

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NO ISSUES SO FAR

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Electrics haven't worked since the car was delivered. Warranty is worse than useless as the main dealer made it impossible to get the car fixed - problems with: Central locking Windows Stereo Bluetooth Steering Auto Gearbox and immobiliser

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never had any faults or broken down

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No problems at all so far. Seems very well put together.

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Ive had no problems apart from the adaptive headlights, keep gettings errors on screen

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Yes Green thumbs up

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Have had no end of problems with fuel injection system with apparently is a known problem area on these cars.

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No Red thumbs down

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Never had a problem of any sort in the 2 years I have had the car.

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Yes Green thumbs up

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Only time I have had issues is when it's been serviced in a 'non' ford garage

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Yes Green thumbs up

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Given no problems while I have owned it.

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5 years with no problems A most comfortable car

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Yes Green thumbs up

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very pleased had no problems,

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Think we got a friday special as plenty of problems

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Excellent value and good performance / economy ratio with the 2.2 litre diesel and 6 gears. Only weakness is rather poor ride quality. So far reliability good. It has never let me down.

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No Red thumbs down

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Lives up to what i expected of the make and model

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Pretty good car overall although some of the trim is a bit flimsy.

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Reliable,comfortable,well put together

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Generally the car has been ok, tyres wear unevenly, discs and pads renewed at 50000 miles with mintex pads and braking was improved, great for going on holiday with the family but because of the current fuel price is expensive to run.

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Superb

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For the price its one hell of a lot of car

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Very good value for money motoring with the performance and looks of a performance car

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Superb car. Practical, comfortable, stylish. Definitely made right choice.

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Its never let me down,done everything i have ever asked of it. It lived well above my expectations. Best car i have ever bought i have even thought of having it totally rebuilt just so dont ever have to get rid of it

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Yes Green thumbs up

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Great, does everything i want!

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Very reliable up till now, everything i would expect from a top manufacturer like ford.

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Yes Green thumbs up

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Its everything i want from a car.

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Yes Green thumbs up

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Very reliable, easy to drive and spacious.

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Yes Green thumbs up

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Great ride and economy. nnededlarger car in order to gt diesel auto

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Yes Green thumbs up

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Its 11 years old covered 115,000 miles and everything still works as it should. I cover upto 600 miles per week in it and it has never let me down so far. I dont love it but i cant really fault it. Well done ford.

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No Red thumbs down

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Car is ok and seves a purpose but this is my third mondeo and will probably change next time

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Best choice i have made, well speced easy to drive and comfortable. May try the ghia version next time

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Good reliable car which is cheap to run

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Nice reliable family car with no major problems

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Overall great car (130bhp, 6 speed), but the cold weather in the last month has broken each of the front springs. Hopefully that's it now though and i'll have no more to replace.

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Yes Green thumbs up

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Good quality family car, economical to run, worth the money

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Yes Green thumbs up

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Reliable, practical - if a little bit dull

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Very good overall, can't fault it. Excellent load lugger when required. Refined and comfortable to drive

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Yes Green thumbs up

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Good reliable comfortable economical car

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Poor build quality and niggly reliability spoils what could be a very good car.

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No Red thumbs down

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My car is the top of the range in the model, it has far more equipment add-ons, along with comfort and styling than any other car in its class. It also leaves many of the 'prestige' cars, of a similar class, in its wake, they just don't compare. I constantly review my car and other brands seeking my next purchase, i begin my search usually 12 months in advance to get a good overview of the market, as yet i'm sticking with what i have, it gives me great value and quality for my money.

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Yes Green thumbs up

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Ford mondeo is a big comfortable car that is pretty tough when it needs to be on remote roads. Great feeling of security and strength. Love the cruise control for relaxed driving and economy. 48mpg over 80k miles I like it

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Yes Green thumbs up

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Good car. Comfortable, spacious with a huge boot. It's good to drive and very safe. Economy is acceptable, but not great. Performance is average; it's a heavy car, after all. Car is well built, but drivetrain has failed twice - new gearbox under warranty at 50k miles, and new clutch at 80k miles (not under warranty). Next car will be much more economical, with lower co2 (for company car tax). I would not get another mondeo as a company car (tax), but would consider buying one second hand.

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No Red thumbs down

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Good reliable car, low running cost and without the snob 'badge' value

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Yes Green thumbs up

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Nice car build qulity could be better. to meny squicks.

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A good car all in all, paintwork could be better.

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Yes Green thumbs up

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Very nice, economical, family car and powerful

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Yes Green thumbs up

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Very adaptable, serves its purpose, nice estate car. but getting old now

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Yes Green thumbs up

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Good car with type of work i do, i have to carry quiet a bit in the boot compartment, being a hatchback again found to be very useful.

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No Red thumbs down

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Reliable car, only 1 problem in 4 years, and this was caused by dirty fuel. Would recommend to anyone. This is my 3rd ford in a row all have been reliable.

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Am well happy with car

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Yes Green thumbs up

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Very good blend of comfort and performance with high safety and security levels at an affordable price. Has been very reliable to date and i actually like driving it more than my previous car (jaguar x-type)

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Yes Green thumbs up

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The car has been the best i have ever owned it looks fantastic and for a big car it feels really nippy and fun to drive but its safe too

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Yes Green thumbs up

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A very good overall perfomer .In Fact an exceptional . Very proud to own one. The ford world.!

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Yes Green thumbs up

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Nothing but trouble

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No Red thumbs down

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Yes Green thumbs up

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Overall excellent estate car, although recent problems are causing a lack of confidence.

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Yes Green thumbs up

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Large roomy comfortable ride and good handling, fairly economical, reasonable performance. A big improvement on previous fords that i have owned for finish, appearance and reliability. Only problem is rearward and side vision, would be extremely difficult to park without parking aids which are fitted standard on this model. The voice controlsare a bit of a gimick and not really necessary apart from blue tooth phone which is very useful. It also has factory fitted sat nav which is out dated by mobile units standards, but sound system is very good.

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Very good reliable car which has been no trouble in 8 years

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Yes Green thumbs up

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I love my mondeo. The shape, the wonderful smooth drive,i could drive it all day. Lots of room in the trunk for my golf clubs and electric trolly and more. The sound system, To sum it all up, if my mondeo was a lady, i would marry her tomorrow and never leave her side. Until her younger sister came along lol.

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Best alround of the 16 cars that my wife & i have owned

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A lot of car for the money.

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Yes Green thumbs up

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Great looks, well finished and, but for minor irritations like door stay positioning (easy to let large front doors 'fly' open) and estate load cover (flap drops down behind load when loading, and difficult to reach). Crazy prices for oem navigation and park-aid too.

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Really good value, comfortable.

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No Red thumbs down

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Apart from some sluggish acceleration in the cold mornings i am happy with the car.The Only downside is getting soaked when you open the tailgate after a shower.

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No Red thumbs down

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