What was the difference between the Ford Mondeo and the Ford Prodigy?
What was the difference between the Ford Mondeo and the Ford Prodigy?
This Mondeo was considerably larger than its predecessor, and although Ford abandoned its New Edge design theme for the second generation, it was their first vehicle to fully benefit from the Prodigy concept car. This gave it an overall effect which many critics felt was more restrained and mature, if much less distinctive.
What was the problem with the Ford Mondeo?
There was a design flaw with the new 1.8 and 2.0 L petrol units with the butterfly valves in the inlet manifold, which could cause severe engine damage when they failed.
When did the Ford Mondeo Mk III come out?
The Ford Mondeo MK III (second generation) model was launched by Ford in October 2000. This Mondeo was considerably larger than its predecessor, and although Ford abandoned its New Edge design theme for the second generation, it was their first vehicle to fully benefit from the Prodigy concept car.
Is there a flexifuel version of the Ford Mondeo?
No flexifuel variant was available. There was only one trim level, the Ghia, with manual or automatic gearbox. In Mexico, the model was similar to the European version to replace the Ford Contour. Trim levels were Core, Edge]
There was a design flaw with the new 1.8 and 2.0 L petrol units with the butterfly valves in the inlet manifold, which could cause severe engine damage when they failed.
Is the Ford Mondeo a good car to buy?
The Ford is remarkably fast and with 450 Nm of torque the acceleration is eye opening. It is easily the quietest, most comfortable car I have ever driven. The sports seats are superb. Some pro reviews knock the steering and handling, saying it has lost some of its sparkle etc. Don’t believe a word of it.
What kind of engine does second generation Mondeo have?
For the second generation Mondeo, the Zetec engine was replaced with 1.8 and 2.0 litre Mazda L engines, branded Duratec by Ford.
This Mondeo was considerably larger than its predecessor, and although Ford abandoned its New Edge design theme for the second generation, it was their first vehicle to fully benefit from the Prodigy concept car. This gave it an overall effect which many critics felt was more restrained and mature, if much less distinctive.
