2001 Ford Mondeo Ghia X review from UK and Ireland
"Overrated, expensive to run and unrefined"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Engine has constant hesitation/splutter at 2000rpm and is incapable of idling smoothly.
Steering veers to left despite being tracked 4 times by main dealer and as a result tyres scuff down to legal limit in 7K miles. Main dealer will tell yous cuffing is due to the steering over locking during parking etc.
General comments?
Apparently rough engine revs is not a fault, but a feature of the 2.0 TDi according Ford technical services. Take care when buying second hand.
This is a thirsty diesel car, 35-40mpg overall, even taking care. However, put your foot down and it goes like the wind.
17inch low profile tyres make progress less than luxurious for a Ghia X and you will feel every bump in the road and follow every groove/white line. 17inch tyres will also set you back approx £100 each even for the cheap budget ones.
On the plus side, all the equipment you'll ever need, and head turning good looks.
10K miles service intervals, expensive tyres which wear out quickly, and poor economy mean you'd be as well of with a more refined petrol version.
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| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 Tdi Manual |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 6/10 |
| Comfort marks | 5/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 15000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 36000 miles |
| Previous car | Mercedes-Benz A-Class |
| Date of Entry | 15th April, 2004 |