Especificaciones y análisis del Ford Mondeo
Power
170HP
Torque
220Nm
Consumption
10.2l/100
Emissions
-g/km
0-100 km/h
8.6s
Top Speed
225km/h
Weight
1458kg
Price
26,450€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 6v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
500 L
58 L
125 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Ford Mondeo 5p Ghia 2.5i V6 170cv 6 vel. (2003-2004)
General description
The Ford Mondeo Ghia 2.5 V6 was not just any Mondeo; it was the ultimate expression of Ford's sedan in the early 2000s. A car that promised and delivered a superior driving experience, wrapped in a package of comfort and elegance, with the melodic heart of a six-cylinder engine that set it apart from the crowd.
Driving experience
Driving this Mondeo is to rediscover the pleasure of a large, naturally aspirated engine. The power delivery of its 170 hp is smooth, linear, and addictive, accompanied by the discreet yet intoxicating purr of the V6. It's not a radical sports car, but its acceleration is forceful, and its chassis, a masterpiece of balance, invites you to enjoy every curve with a confidence and poise that are hard to find anymore. It's a natural mile-eater, a haven of peace and power on the highway.
Design and aesthetics
Its design, belonging to Ford's 'New Edge' era, has aged with admirable dignity. Its lines are clean, taut, and convey a sense of solidity and movement. The Ghia version added chrome details and specific wheels that enhanced its status. Inside, the space is generous, and the finishes, especially in this version, aimed to border on the premium category, creating a welcoming and distinguished atmosphere.
Technology and features
For its time, the Mondeo Ghia was very well-equipped. Beyond the climate control or cruise control, its true technological gem resided under the hood: an aluminum V6 engine with variable intake. In terms of safety, it already had a good arsenal of airbags and ABS. It's the technology of an era focused on mechanical excellence rather than screens, offering a purer connection with driving.
Competition
At the time, it faced the heavyweights of the European D-segment, such as the Volkswagen Passat, the Opel Vectra, or the Peugeot 407. However, few could match the combination of such a refined V6 engine and a chassis as dynamically brilliant as the Mondeo's, which often felt like a car from a higher category behind the wheel.
Conclusion
This Ford Mondeo V6 is an ode to a way of understanding the automobile that is being lost. It represents the zenith of the accessible yet aspirational family sedan, a car that offered high-end sensations at an earthly price. It is an honest, spacious machine and, above all, with a mechanical soul that captivates. A future classic that deserves to be remembered and enjoyed.