Ford Mondeo 2005–2007 car dimensions: 4731 mm long, 1812 mm wide and 1429 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,378 kg. Braked towing is 1,800 kg.
Air conditioning is standard across the range. Higher grades like Zetec add electronic automatic temperature control. Cruise control is fitted as standard. Rear parking sensors come as an option or in packs on selected grades. An optional DVD navigation system includes a 7-inch touchscreen display.
The Fastback provides 500 litres of luggage space with the rear seats in place. Folding the seats expands this to 1370 litres.
Braked towing capacity reaches 1800 kg on many variants, with unbraked around 700 kg. Sport suspension is standard on Zetec grades. Tow bars are available as options or accessories for trailer use.
The cabin uses high-quality materials with soft-touch surfaces and refined switchgear for a solid, premium feel. Base models get electric height adjustment and manual lumbar on the driver's seat. Higher grades add variable climate-controlled front seats plus multi-way power adjustment, including 8-way powered Recaro seats on the ST220. The interior is spacious with good rear legroom and folding centre armrests.
Six airbags standard with Intelligent Protection System
ABS, EBD and Emergency Brake Assist standard on all models
ESP standard on Titanium X, ST TDCi and ST220
Service every 12 months or 12,500 miles
Euro NCAP 4-star adult occupant rating
12-year perforation warranty
Engines cover petrol Duratec units from 1.8-litre four-cylinder to 3.0-litre V6 plus Duratorq TDCi diesels including a 2.2-litre 155 PS option. A direct-injection 1.8 SCi petrol is also offered for lower consumption with petrol response. Transmissions include 5- and 6-speed manuals plus automatic choices.
Service is due every 12 months or 12,500 miles, whichever comes first. Ford dealers provide the network support, with options for extended cover and Rapid Fit centres for quick jobs like brakes or batteries.
Safety centres on a strong cell with energy-absorbing zones and the Intelligent Protection System that deploys the right mix of the six airbags. All models have disc brakes with ABS, EBD and EBA. ESP is fitted on sport and top trims. The car scored four stars in Euro NCAP testing.
Daily living is straightforward thanks to the roomy cabin, available climate seats and solid build. The 12-year anti-perforation cover helps long-term ownership, and the chassis delivers the expected Mondeo handling balance.
Length 4731 mm, Width 1812 mm, Height 1429 mm, Wheelbase 2754 mm (Mondeo 2005–2007)
Sources: manufacturer data, dearcars.com/encyCARpedia, carexpert.ru and autoevolution.