2001 Ford Mondeo LX review from UK and Ireland
"An excellent car spoiled by poor interior finish"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Engine mounts (replaced under warranty)
Fuel filler cover release (fixed under warranty)
Excessive handbrake travel (supposed to be cured by automatic adjuster - does this work?)
Rear door locking mechanism (replaced under warranty)
Rubber door seals cracking.
General comments?
Uncomfortable driving position. The brake pedal on the automatic is further forward than the accelerator pedal, making it difficult to adjust the seat correctly, without adding a block onto the accelerator pedal - this should not be necessary on a new car. Consequence - smashing your knees onto underside of the steering column when you apply the brakes.
The addition of a timing chain rather than a belt is an improvement on previous models.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 2001 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0i Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 4 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 8880 miles |
| Most recent distance | 33000 miles |
| Previous car | Volvo 760 |
| Date of Entry | 3rd July, 2003 |