Click on image to view the full photo gallery
Ford Mondeo I Sedan (facelift 1996) 1.8 16V (115 Hp)
Overall Rating
Ford Mondeo:
The Ford Mondeo is a Mid-size/large car that was manufactured and marketed by Ford across five generations of models from 1993 to 2022. As a self-declared world car, the Mondeo was intended to consolidate the European Sierra, the Telstar in Asia and Australia, and the Tempo/Mercury Topaz in North America. The first two generations used the CDW27 platform, the third-generation model used the EUCD platform, the fourth-generation used the CD4 platform, and the fifth-generation used the C2 platform....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Sedan (facelift 1996) Overview:
Ford Mondeo (I Sedan (facelift 1996)). With 160 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.9 l/100km). Weighing only 1225 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11 s). The top speed reaches 195 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.8 16V (115 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A good all-rounder, offering a noticeable step up in power from the 1.6 without feeling overly thirsty.
Fuel Economy
Balanced fuel economy, better than the 2.0i while providing decent power for most situations.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent ride comfort and handling for its class
- • Spacious interior and large boot capacity
- • Wide range of capable engines, from economical diesel to powerful V6
- • Good value for money on the used market
- • Engaging driving dynamics
Cons:
- • Interior plastics can feel dated and scratchy
- • Older safety technology compared to modern cars
- • Some engines, particularly the diesel, can be noisy
- • Rust can be an issue on older examples
- • Automatic gearbox dulls performance and economy
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I Wagon (facelift 1996): 1995 - 2001).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Mondeo |
| Generation: | I Sedan (facelift 1996) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.8 16V (115 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1996 |
| End of production: | 2001 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 115 Hp @ 5750 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 64 Hp/l [191mm less] |
| Torque: | 160 Nm @ 4500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Zetec / RKB, RKF, RKH, RKJ, RKK More details about the engine Zetec / RKB, RKF, RKH, RKJ, RKK |
| Engine displacement: | 1796 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.25 l |
| Coolant: | 6.6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 80.6 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 88 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.8 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 195 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.7 kg/Hp, 93.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.7 kg/Nm, 130.6 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1225 |
| Max. weight: | 1750 |
| Max load: | 525 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 480 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 61 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4480 mm mm [191mm less] |
| Width: | 1750 mm mm [1mm less] |
| Height: | 1430 mm mm [80mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2705 mm mm [1mm more] |
| Front track: | 1505 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1485 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 185/65 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 6J x 14 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
Is the Ford Mondeo worth every penny? Give us your honest ROI.