Ford Mondeo 2000–2003 car dimensions: 4804 mm long, 1812 mm wide and 1441 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,491 kg. Braked towing is 1,800 kg.
The cabin is roomy with comfortable seats and solid build quality that improved from mid-2003. Air conditioning comes standard on most grades while electronic automatic climate control is fitted on higher trims such as Ghia. Cruise control is standard on top grades like Ghia X and ST or optional lower down. Parking sensors appear as standard on Edge and some special editions or as an option elsewhere. Basic safety includes multiple airbags and ABS with optional ESP on higher specs.
Boot space starts at 540 litres with the rear seats up and grows to 1700 litres when folded flat to the roof. The load bay includes tie-down points, a cargo net and a tonneau cover for practical everyday use.
Braked towing capacity reaches 1800 kg on most engines and 1500 kg on smaller petrol units. Unbraked towing sits near 700 kg. Payload typically falls between 540 and 600 kg depending on specification.
Self-levelling rear suspension is optional on estates to maintain ride height under load. Sports suspension is standard on ST models. The large cargo area with roof rails suits family duties and light commercial work.
The cabin is spacious and refined with improved materials and noise insulation over earlier models. Seats are comfortable with good adjustability including height, recline and lumbar support. Higher grades add leather or Alcantara trim, climate control and power adjustments. The estate offers a large practical load area.
Petrol and diesel engines available across the range
Service interval every 10,000 miles or 12 months
Euro NCAP 4 stars for adult occupant protection
Standard ABS with EBD and EBA plus six airbags and Intelligent Protection System
Fuel options include a range of petrol and diesel engines. Economy varies by engine and driving conditions. The estate body provides generous load space for family or work use.
Servicing follows a 10,000-mile or 12-month schedule. Warranty covers 3 years or 60,000 miles with 12-year perforation protection. Parts are widely available.
Safety includes a strong body cell, dual-stage front airbags, side and curtain airbags, active head restraints and ISOFIX mounts. ABS, EBD and brake assist are standard. ESP is optional or fitted on higher grades. The car scored 4 stars in Euro NCAP adult tests.
Living with the car means a roomy practical estate that is straightforward to maintain. Higher trims add comfort features like heated or climate seats while base models keep essentials like air conditioning and electric windows.
Length 4804 mm, Width 1812 mm, Height 1441 mm, Wheelbase 2754 mm (Mondeo 2000–2003)
Sources: manufacturer data and published specifications.