Ξύπνησαν οι ιθύνοντες της Ford και ανακοίνωσαν επίσημα ότι το νέο Mondeo θα παρουσιαστεί στην επόμενη έκθεση του Παρισιού, με τα αυτοκίνητα να βρίσκονται στις εκθέσεις της εταιρίας από τον Οκτώβριο.
Έτσι, μετά από δύο και πλέον χρόνια που πωλείται στην αγορά των Η.Π.Α ως Fusion, θα έχουν τη δυνατότητα να το αγοράσουν και οι ευρωπαίοι πελάτες της ετιαρίας, όπου αρχικά το μοντέλο θα είναι διαθέσιμο στα επίπεδα εξοπλισμού Trend και Titanium, τόσο στη sedan, όσο στη hatchback και station wagon εκδόσεις. Αργότερα και μέσα στο 2015 θα προσφέρεται και στην ακριβότερη έκδοση Vignale, καθώς και στην entry-level Ambiente καθώς και στην Business Edition.
Μηχανικά θα είναι διαθέσιμο με τον 1.500αρη νέο EcoBoost κινητήρα βενζίνης απόδοσης 150 ίππων με 240 Nm ροπής, ενώ στη γκάμα θα υπάρχει και ο τρικύλινδρος 1.000αρης EcoBoost ο οποίος θα εκπέμπει λιγότερο από 130 γρ/χλμ CO2.
Επίσης θα συναντάμε έναν 1.600αρη και έναν 2,0-λιτρο EcoBoost, τον νέο 1,500αρη TDCi καθώς και τον 2,0-λιτρο πετρελαιοκινητήρα. Τέλος θα υπάρχει και υβριδική έκδοση η οποία θα συνδυάζει τον 2,0-λιτρο βενζινοκινητήρα και έναν ηλεκτροκινητήρα, αποδίδοντας συνολικά 190 άλογα με μέση κατανάλωση 4,3 λίτρα/100 χλμ και 99 γρ/χλμ εκπομπές CO2. Θα μπορεί να επιταχύνει από στάση στα 100 χλμ/ώρα σε 8,5 δευτερόλεπτα, έχοντας ηλεκτρική αυτονομία 32 χλμ.
Οι κινητήρες θα συνδυάζονται είτε με με 6-τάχυτο μηχανικό είτε με ένα 6-τάχυτο αυτόματο Powershift κιβώτιο διπλού συμπλέκτη, ενώ για πρώτη φορά το Mondeo θα είναι διαθέσιμο και τετρακίνητο.
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ALL-NEW FORD MONDEO PRICING ANNOUNCED; PETROL, DIESEL AND FIRST MONDEO HYBRID IN DEALERSHIPS FROM OCTOBER
- All-new Ford Mondeo mid- and high-series models available to order; further variants and powertrains launch early 2015
- New suspension and steering enhance refinement and driving dynamics; most diverse Mondeo powertrain line-up ever features first Mondeo hybrid electric vehicle
- Advanced Mondeo technology includes first Ford adaptive LED headlights in Europe, enhanced Active Park Assist with Perpendicular Parking, and Active City Stop
- Further technology highlights include multi-contour seats with massage function, power tailgate, SYNC 2 connectivity, and industry-first Inflatable Rear Seatbelt
COLOGNE, Germany, Aug. 6, 2014 – Ford Motor Company today announced that mid- and high-series variants of the all-new Ford Mondeo delivering class-leading driving dynamics, innovative technology, greater refinement and craftsmanship, and sophisticated design are now available to order and on sale across Europe near the end of this year.
The all-new Ford Mondeo range initially will include Trend and Titanium versions as well as the first Mondeo Hybrid. An entry-level Ambiente model and a Business Edition variant will be available early next year, along with further petrol and diesel powertrains and optional all-wheel drive.
All-new Mondeo will be available in four-door and five-door bodystyles, and as a wagon – developed specifically for Europe.
“The all-new Mondeo is a significant new chapter for one of Europe’s best-known vehicles with a history dating back more than 20 years,” said Joe Bakaj, vice president, Product Development, Ford of Europe. “Mondeo will make high specification and premium features accessible to even more drivers – including our industry-first Inflatable Rear Seatbelt and Ford’s first LED headlights in Europe.”
Class-leading dynamics and power of choice
The first model for Europe to be built on Ford’s new global CD-segment platform, the all-new Mondeo will debut Ford’s new integral link rear suspension configuration for improved refinement and more dynamic performance.
Engineering experts from Ford of Europe led the global development of the all-new Mondeo chassis to help ensure continued best-in-class driving dynamics. Engineers at Ford’s Lommel Proving Grounds, Belgium, tuned the all-new Mondeo with a strong focus on “functional harmony”; delivering a consistent feel to the controls and vehicle responses for a confidence-inspiring driving experience. All-new Mondeo steering weight and directness adapts to match the “comfort,” “normal” and “sport” chassis settings of Ford’s Interactive Vehicle Dynamics Control system for the first time.
“With a body structure that’s 10 per cent stiffer than the previous generation Mondeo and handling-enhancing technology that includes Torque Vectoring Control, this is the most responsive and versatile Mondeo yet,” said Ulrich Koesters, vehicle line director, Ford of Europe.
All-new Mondeo petrol engine options will include the 1.5-litre and 2.0-litre EcoBoost from launch, with Ford’s fuel-efficient and surprisingly powerful 1.0-litre EcoBoost petrol engine – that was named International Engine of the Year for an unprecedented third time in a row – joining the line-up in early 2015.
An ECOnetic Technology model will be available, powered by a 1.6-litre diesel engine with anticipated class-leading diesel CO2 emissions of 94 g/km;* and there also will be a 2.0-litre TDCi diesel.
The four-door Mondeo Hybrid combines a specially-developed 2.0-litre petrol engine with an electric motor and 1.4 kWh lithium-ion battery to provide optimised fuel economy and low CO2 emissions. Mondeo Hybrid is the first hybrid electric vehicle that Ford will manufacture in Europe, delivering anticipated CO2 emissions of 99 g/km.
Lighting the way with advanced technology
All-new Mondeo introduces Ford’s adaptive LED headlamp technology to Europe; combining full-LED headlamps offering daylight-mimicking light clarity with Ford’s Adaptive Front Lighting System that adjusts the headlight beam angle and intensity to match driving environment.
The all-new Mondeo will feature an advanced version of Active Park Assist featuring Perpendicular Parking, which enables drivers to detect suitably-sized parallel parking spaces and reverse hands-free into spaces parallel to the road and side-to-side with other cars.
This advanced parking feature will be supported by both Park-Out Assist, which helps drivers to exit parallel parking spaces; and Side Parking Aid, which delivers an on-screen visual representation and audible warning of obstacles to the sides of the vehicles, as well as to the front and rear.
Additional driver assistance features include Ford’s Active City Stop collision avoidance system, which readies the brakes if a potential impact is detected and – if the driver does not respond – will automatically apply the brakes at speeds of up to 40 km/h (25 mph), and Lane Keeping Aid, which applies steering torque to guide the vehicle back in to lane if drifting is detected.
Superior comfort and innovative safety features
Ford’s industry-first Inflatable Rear Seatbelt technology will make its European debut on the all-new Mondeo. In the event of an accident, the belt rapidly expands to disperse crash forces across a body area five times greater than that achieved by a conventional seatbelt.
Mondeo also will enhance comfort and convenience for drivers with features including first-in-class power-adjustable, memory-equipped steering column, multi-contour seats with unique Active Motion massage function, power tailgate and heated steering wheel.
Ford’s SYNC 2 connectivity system with advanced voice control and an 8-inch colour touchscreen will enable drivers to operate phone, entertainment, climate and navigation systems using simple conversational language. Drivers can even bring up a list of local restaurants by using the command: “I’m hungry”.
Segment-first enhanced MyKey technology will enable Mondeo owners to programme a key – usually for younger drivers. MyKey now can inhibit incoming phone calls as well as restricting the top speed; preventing deactivation of driver assistance and safety features; reducing the maximum volume of the audio system, and disabling the system altogether if driver and passengers are not using safety belts.
Expressive design and superior quality
The all-new Mondeo will deliver best-ever quality and craftsmanship for both the refined, elegant, sporty and highly expressive exterior, and the interior that features optimised ergonomics and comfort, with premium finishes and equipment.
Produced at Ford’s state-of-the-art plant in Valencia, Spain, the all-new Mondeo will feature a sports coupe profile with low roofline and incorporate a retractable panoramic glass roof for the wagon bodystyle. The lean side-profile is sculpted to convey “visual lightness,” while the sophisticated and technical front end design features Ford’s more prominent trapezoidal grille, a power-dome bonnet and adaptive, slim-line, laser-cut headlamp design.
Inside, Mondeo drivers are greeted by a digital analogue instrument cluster, while a sleek, wrap-around centre console design delivers a sporty, cockpit-like feel. A soft-touch instrument panel and flock-lined central front storage area and glovebox are representative of the high material quality and craftsmanship throughout. Smart-design front seats feature a thinner seat back – enabling rear seat passengers to enjoy additional legroom without sacrificing comfort for driver and front passenger.
“The all-new Mondeo offers a sophisticated suite of features and technology that enhance driving, comfort, convenience and safety like no other car in its class,” Bakaj said. “With four-door, five-door and wagon featuring stunning design and quality – and a power of choice engine range that now includes a hybrid electric vehicle option for the first time – Mondeo has never been more appealing.”
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