Especificaciones y análisis del Ford Mondeo
Power
170HP
Torque
220Nm
Consumption
9.1l/100
Emissions
-g/km
0-100 km/h
8.4s
Top Speed
224km/h
Weight
1430kg
Price
24,095€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 5v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
460 L
62 L
125 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Ford Mondeo Ghia Executive 2.5i V6 5p · 170 CV (2000)
General description
The 2001 Ford Mondeo Ghia Executive 2.5 V6 was not just any sedan. It was the culmination of an idea: to offer the nobility and thrust of a six-cylinder engine in a family format, a mechanical gem that evoked sensations of a higher category. In an era where diesel was beginning its reign, this Mondeo was an act of rebellion, a hymn to the pleasure of driving.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel is to rediscover a lost connection. The 170 hp V6 engine doesn't impress with its brutality, but with its incredible smoothness and elasticity. The sound it emits as it revs is an addictive melody, a deep murmur that turns into a refined howl. Accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.4 seconds feels organic, without the abruptness of a turbo. Its chassis, always a strong point for Ford, conveys absolute confidence, allowing you to enjoy every curve with surprising agility for its size.
Design and aesthetics
Ford's 'New Edge' design suited it wonderfully. Its lines were taut, sharp, and elegant, achieving a perfect balance between dynamism and seriousness. The 5-door body added enormous versatility, with a tailgate that gave access to a generous trunk. The Ghia Executive trim dressed it up, with specific 16-inch wheels and details that underlined its status without being ostentatious.
Technology and features
For its time, it was very well equipped. The Ghia Executive trim included comfort features like automatic climate control and a quality sound system. In terms of safety, it had disc brakes on all four wheels and a very well-tuned chassis. The mechanics themselves, with its aluminum block and cylinder head and variable intake, were a showcase of Ford's advanced engineering, seeking refined performance.
Competition
It faced tough European competition. Models like the Volkswagen Passat V6, the Opel Vectra V6, or the Peugeot 406 V6 also offered six-cylinder engines. However, the Mondeo often emerged victorious in dynamic comparisons, thanks to a more agile and communicative road behavior that made it the preferred choice for those who truly loved to drive.
Conclusion
This Mondeo V6 is more than a car; it's an experience. It represents a golden era for mainstream sedans, when there was still room for large, naturally aspirated engines full of character. It is a vehicle that captivates with its balance, its sound, and the purity of its driving. Today, it is a future classic that reminds us that not everything is about downsizing, but also about the pleasure of feeling a great engine beating under the hood.