Ford Mondeo 2014–2021 car dimensions: 4867 mm long, 1852 mm wide and 1501 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,476 kg. Braked towing is 2,000 kg.
The cabin offers dual-zone electronic automatic temperature control as standard across the range along with an 8-inch colour touchscreen running SYNC 2. Cruise control is also standard from the entry Style grade. Higher trims such as Titanium add lane-keeping aid and traffic sign recognition. Front and rear parking sensors, reversing camera, blind-spot information, adaptive cruise and automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection are available as options or in packs, becoming more widely fitted after the facelift. From mid-2017 SYNC 3 brings Android Auto and Apple CarPlay on equipped cars. The interior feels spacious for five adults with good equipment levels that make daily driving straightforward.
The estate boot holds 525 litres with seats up and expands to 1630 litres when the 60:40 split rear seats are folded. A wide tailgate and low load lip help with bulky items. Hybrid versions have reduced capacity.
Braked towing capacity reaches up to 2000 kg depending on engine and transmission, with unbraked limited to 750 kg. Payload is around 750 kg. A detachable tow bar is optional. Self-levelling rear suspension is available on the estate to help with loaded or towing use. The car suits family and light work duties with its practical load bay.
The cabin is spacious for five with supportive seats that adjust easily for long drives. Higher grades add 10-way power front seats that heat and ventilate with massage air cushions for less fatigue. Dual-zone climate keeps front occupants comfortable. Optional panoramic roof on the estate makes the interior feel open and bright while noise stays low.
Euro NCAP five-star rating from 2014 test
Standard IPS with front, side, curtain and driver knee airbags plus ESP and ABS
Service intervals 12 500 to 18 000 miles or annually
Lane-keeping aid and automatic emergency braking standard on later cars
Efficient diesel and EcoBoost petrol engines available
Fuel use depends on the engine chosen. Diesels deliver the lowest official consumption figures while EcoBoost petrols balance performance and economy. A hybrid version is also offered for further savings on longer trips.
Servicing follows a straightforward schedule of once a year or every 12 500 to 18 000 miles depending on the powertrain. Brake fluid needs changing every two years and the cambelt on most engines at longer intervals.
Safety equipment starts with a full set of airbags, stability control and Isofix points. Later cars add lane-keeping and city automatic braking as standard. Options include adaptive cruise and blind-spot monitoring.
The estate body is practical day to day with a large, easy-to-load boot and roof rails. Keep up with the service schedule and the car remains reliable and comfortable to own.
Length 4867 mm, Width 1852 mm, Height 1501 mm, Wheelbase 2850 mm (Mondeo 2014–2021)
Sources: manufacturer data, Ford official UK brochure and German technical data, encyCARpedia for.