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Ford lifts lid on new Mondeo
Con-Fusion reigns as Ford announces diverse drivetrain strategy for next MondeoFord has unveiled the next generation of its mid-sized family car, the Mondeo, which may not arrive in Australia until early 2014. The world debut took place in Amsterdam last week, at the company's 'Go Further' brand event.
“This is the most premium Mondeo we’ve ever built and the most premium vehicle Ford’s loyal European customers have ever been offered,” said Barb Samardzich – Vice President, Product Development, Ford of Europe. “It raises the bar in its segment in terms of style, technology and quality.”
If the new Mondeo, pictured here, looks a bit familiar, that might be because it's a twin of the Fusion, which was introduced to the public at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, back in January. Both cars are to be built on the same "global CD" platform, in keeping with the 'One Ford' rationalisation strategy. Ford in the US has already declared that the Fusion will feature the 1.0-litre EcoBoost three-cylinder.
Now, Ford in Europe has also committed to the inline triple that recently won the award for “International Engine of the Year”. If it seems like a big ask for such a small engine to haul around a vehicle that's nearly the same size as the locally-produced Falcon, Ford has other drivetrain options that might need buyers' needs.
While the Mondeo powered by the three-cylinder EcoBoost engine is expected to achieve "best-in-class fuel economy", the Mondeo sedan will also be available as a hybrid-drive vehicle with the petrol engine installed displacing two litres and charging a 35kW lithium-ion battery. Additionally, for those who live in cold climates, Ford will offer diesel/all-wheel drive variants of the car.
Other highlights of the new car include LED headlights and indicators with the headlights featuring adaptive beam technology for cornering and higher speeds. Ford's upgraded SYNC infotainment system will be on the equipment list and displays information through the eight-inch touch-screen, as well as providing a WiFi hotspot for as many as five Bluetooth devices.
Finally, the Mondeo will adopt the inflatable rear seatbelts pioneered in the Ford world by the North American market Explorer SUV. These help disperse impact energy for the rear-seat occupants, who don't face an airbag that would deploy in the event of a frontal collision.
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