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The new Mondeo will go on sale in June 2007. Prices will be announced closer to launch date.

Since the first model was launched in 1993, a total of over four million Mondeo units have been built at the Genk plant. The new Mondeo is very important to Ford, as claims Roelant de Waard, Ford of Britain's Chairman and Managing Director, Ford of Britain's Chairman and Managing Director. "It's probably the most elegant car we've ever launched, and it's certainly the most technologically-advanced."

Design

The new Mondeo is is the latest and most advanced expression of Ford's 'kinetic design'.

The distinctive front end has chamfered corners and a deep offset between the top of the bonnet and the front wings. A muscular shoulder line runs through the side of the car to a high point at the rear.

Distinctive rear lamps also feature carefully designed graphics that enhance the overall feeling of premium quality.

A strong undercut line runs from the bold front wing wheel lips through the side of the car. Under this, full surfacing extends down to strong rocker panels to ensure the vehicle maintains a dynamic road presence.

Interior

The spacious interior shares the same 'kinetic design' exterior language as the exterior. The driver will enjoy the 'cockpit' driving position as the higher beltline and flow-through centre console combine to enhance the cosseted feeling for front seat occupants.

New levels of craftsmanship are evident throughout. For example, careful use of 'piano black' interior styling accents creates interest and a pleasing feel to key touch areas. Soft-touch material and ambient lighting is used extensively throughout the cabin to emphasise its quality and refinement.

Standard equipment includes Electronic Stability Programme (ESP), Ford Easyfuel capless refuelling with fuel inhibitor, 'follow-me-home' lights, trip computer and an MP3 connector socket.

Equipment and features

Three bodystyles - a classic four-door, a flexible five-door and the Estate - will all be available from launch.  For each body style, four distinct series are available: the Edge, the contemporary Zetec series, and, at the top of the range, the Ghia and Titanium X models. 

While the Ghia represents classic luxury, with extensive use of chrome and wood ornamentation inside, the Titanium model will appeal to those customers favouring a more contemporary, technology flavour.

Advanced new technologies available include keyless entry and keyless start with engine start button, new Human Machine Interface (HMI) instrument display, Adaptive Cruise Control, Interactive Vehicle Dynamics Control with Hill Launch Assist, and Tyre Pressure Monitoring System.

Furthermore, the new Mondeo is the first production Ford to feature the Easyfuel system, that guards against either petrol or diesel misfuelling at the filling pump as the fuel filler neck aperture has been specifically designed around the different sizes of fuel nozzles.

Chassis

Among the main modifications are the wider track , new suspension design, isolated rear subframe and new steering system.

The combined effect of all these improvements is a noise reduction of 3dB across the whole frequency range, compared with the current model. Wind noise, measured in Ford's aero-acoustic wind tunnel is the lowest in its class, and reinforces the quality ambience of the interior.

Powertrains

The range of available engines and transmissions includes:

• 1.8-litre Duratorq TDCi 100PS or 125PS diesel with 5-speed manual transmission. The 125PS version can also be specified with a 6-speed manual transmission.
• 2.0-litre Duratorq TDCi 140PS diesel  with 6-speed manual transmission.
• 2.0-litre Duratorq TDCi 130ps diesel with a new Durashift 6-speed automatic transmission
• 1.6-litre Duratec Ti-VCT 110PS or 125PS gasoline engines with 5-speed manual transmission.
• 2.0-litre Duratec HE 145PS gasoline engine with Durashift 5-speed manual transmission.
• A new 2.3-litre Duratec HE 161PS 4-cylinder gasoline engine with Durashift 6-speed automatic transmission.
• 2.5 litre Duratec 5-cylinder 220PS petrol engine with Durashift 6-speed manual transmission.

(Source: Ford)