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2008 Ford Mondeo reviews

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Number of reviews: 11

Thomas Murphy, Staffordshire

Ford Mondeo TITANIUM X 20TDCI 2008

I can honestly say this is the worst car I have ever owned. I have had many problems with this car. The main fault is the steering, which makes an awful whirring noise at low revs. I replaced the rack, reservoir and two pumps, but still have the problem. The car has only done 28000 miles, but I have been told by several repairers that these cars have many faults; flywheels, water leaks, brakes, warning lights, to name but a few. I can not wait to trade this car in for a proper car, a Hyundia i40. You may laugh, but I know when I get in that it won’t let me down. Anyone thinking of buying a Mondeo don’t do it! Despite what all the magazines say they are junk.

Submitted: 26/09/2011 09:29:07

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Kevin Ward, Yorkshire

Ford Mondeo 1.8tdci zetec 2008

This is my third Mondeo, but I do think they are getting better apart from had to replace exhaust as rotten with rust on brackets at only 3yr old and fitting new rear discs. Have no complaints at 55k miles.

Submitted: 25/05/2011 09:16:20

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Ian Bidmead, Gloucestershire

Ford Mondeo Titanium X, 2.2tdci 2008

Brilliant drive with loads of torque. However, awful turbo lag at low revs means that pulling out at junctions needs to be done with care and a heavy right foot. Average indicated mpg is 40 on rural roads, good for such a big car. Has suffered from annoying electrical problems, 2 key failures (1st one on a wet afternoon...read the manual to see how to get in and drive!!) and repeated ’flat battery in key’ warnings, despite a new battery, faulty park sensors (the rear one is on permanently, the front one lets you hit what’s in front), a succession of engine management fault lights that don’t appear to have any basis. The part leather driver’s seat is showing wear at 25k miles. Overall a good car, but I’m now going VW Passat. Don’t buy secondhand unless you are prepared to have constant niggling problems, a la Renault. Oh, and I’m not impressed with my local dealer who seem mystified by most of the issues.

Submitted: 13/04/2011 16:13:11

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Colin Friend, Kent

Ford Mondeo 2.0 tdci 2008

Can’t fault the car, with one exception; when you open the hatch after rain, water pours into the boot, do it slowly and its ok. A superb drive, have had it 18 months, will keep it till it dies.

Submitted: 18/09/2010 21:41:00

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Hafi Ghafoor, United Arab Emirates

Ford Mondeo Estate 2.3 litre Petrol 2008

Ford Mondeo is a good car, got lot of boot space and the seating is very reliable. Driving is pleasurable with low noise from the engines but the transmission is bad. Even though the car has got 6 speed transmission it’s very difficult to caenge the gear when it’s on Manual Mode. The theft protection system is good and it has got Engine Immobilizer. The main defect for the car is to go again and again to the workshop for some mechanical repairs. I had quiet few problems with the battery - couldn’t use jumper because Ford recommends Ford Powered Battery to boost and to change. Got this problem twice, once was at 16000 kilometer and other was at 69000 kilometers. Fuel Pump: I had to change the fuel pump because of high revs when the fuel pump went wrong. Now my car has done 80000 kilometer and so far no problems. I wouldnt recommend a Ford car but would recommend a Mazda 6 or Toyota Corolla.

Submitted: 11/08/2010 17:49:23

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Paul, Kent

Ford Mondeo 2.0 TDCi Titanium X 2008

Having had two old style Mondeo’s and covered over 180,000 miles, (with only one breakdown) I was looking forward of taking delivery of a 1 year old model Titanium X from Ford Direct. The new model carries on some of the highlights of the previous car - great diesel engine, very economical (44+) but not quite as good as the old model as it is having to hump around a lot more weight - be in no doubt this is a big car - bigger than the previous version all round, more shoulder room and a truly cavernous boot - go for the 2.2 engine if you need a more sprightly drive. However the dynamics are better than before, easy at low speed, good around the bends and a superb motorway cruiser. All of the Titanium X goodies work well - the sat nav has been known to have a DVD problem on some cars, but when it working its excellent, similarly the integration with the Ford Converse system is pretty good - get the total package including the voice control and you can spend many hours happily trying to work out how to use the array of buttons and commands - fun and it does work. All in all I have been very impressed, fluid drive, good economy and good engine pedigree, comfortable, looks good and can carry an astonishing amount. Only bad point?? Ford have added a chrome bezel to the drivers air vent and it sits, and gleams, right in the centre of the image from the drivers wing mirror. Annoying, but 85p for a black dry wipe marker and a nearly perfect car ticks the final box. Buy one, you will not be disappointed.

Submitted: 19/02/2010 13:27:43

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Dan, Lancashire

Ford Mondeo 2.0 TDCi (140) Estate Titanium 2008

A top car: acres of space all over, plenty of gadgets like voice control etc... for those who like it. The bluetooth connectivity is a dream and ease of use all over is high, all intuitively laid out. The noise at the lower speeds is noticeable but not as bad as some would suggest and on the motorway it is elegantly subtle. I’m not sure what the problem is with the gearbox that some have mentioned, mine is lovely and smooth. I find the car perfect for eating up the miles and swallowing up the family and all luggage, not to mention the best looking estate about.

Submitted: 19/01/2010 14:20:54

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Dave White, Lancashire

Ford Mondeo 1.8tdci zetec 2008

I have just traded in my much loved 2.0 TDCI Graphite Mondeobought new in 2003, which proved to be an excellent car roomy,economical and very reliable, 66000 miles with no pronlems. The new 1.8 TDCI Zetec is even better, cavernous in size, quality finish, comfortable, plenty of power even with the smaller engine and looks great. FANTASTIC CAR!

Submitted: 21/12/2009 19:40:48

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David Winn, London

Ford Mondeo Ghia 2008

I have just changed from 2001 2.5 v6 mondeo to a 1.8 tdi. At first I thought it would be very under powered, but although not as powerful as the old v6 it copes very well for such a big car. Loads of extras and a great drive, very cheap to to run, overall a lot of car for the money. I would highly recommend it. If you go for a nearly new one you can save £10,000 to £12,000 on a 6 month old one.

Submitted: 14/08/2009 09:38:59

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Brian Metcalfe, Wales

Ford Mondeo Titanium X 5 door 2008

Awesome car; our sixth Mondeo, 2.0 Auto diesel. Last car was the Ghia x V6 and it puts it in the shade. Just watch the heads turning when you go by. Never had this with any other car. Excellent tow car with good MPG. Had a factory fitted sun roof, parking sensors, DVD SatNav (not as good as the Tom Tom 300 Go I own at a tenth of price). The turning head lights are also a bonus. Now the reason why I only gave it 4stars is that the road noise from the 18 inch wheels at 25 to 35 mph hurts my ears. Also tramlining on bad roads surely - this must be a safety hazard. Going to write to Ford when tyres wear down for any suggestion from them.

Submitted: 20/04/2009 10:50:55

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Jon, Kent

Ford Mondeo Titanium X 2008

Just got rid of a new shape 2007 Mercedes C Class costing nearly £30k and the Mondeo is far superior in virtually every respect.

Submitted: 09/06/2008 09:05:06

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Number of reviews: 11

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