The new Ford Mondeo sedan has appeared on Ford Malaysia’s website, and as you can see in the teaser image above, it’s set to arrive here in April 2015. This sort of came out of nowhere – not unlike the Honda CR-V facelift’s surprise entry today, actually.
Initial details of the impeccably handsome D-segment sedan have been announced too. Like the outgoing model, the new one is set to get a 2.0 litre EcoBoost engine, which is more than likely to have a higher output figures than the current car’s 240 PS and 340 Nm of torque. There’s no more dual-clutch transmission – the new Mondeo now wears a 6F35 six-speed SelectShift auto (with torque converter) gearbox.
Also mentioned are multi-adaptable LED headlamps, dual-zone automatic climate control, SYNC 2 multimedia system with a big 8.0-inch touchscreen display, reverse camera and MyKey (check out Ford’s description of this feature here). Electronic Stability Control (ESC), adaptive cruise control and Lane Keep Assist each get a shout out too.
The new Mondeo was previewed for the Malaysian market at KLIMS13, albeit wearing the Fusion badge (as it is called in the USA). Back then, it was understood that the large sedan would adopt the American name to go along with the Ford Fiesta and Focus. It looks like the decision has since been reversed.
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Comments generally express excitement and admiration for the new Ford Mondeo EcoBoost, highlighting its stylish design, impressive engine performance (240hp), and advanced safety features like adaptive headlights and cruise control. Many are hopeful it will be competitively priced around RM190k to RM200k to succeed in the Malaysian market, but concerns about high taxes and affordability are common. Several commenters emphasize the importance of good aftersales service and truly competitive pricing, fearing past issues and service quality might hinder sales. There's also a recurring comparison with German and Japanese brands like Volkswagen, Toyota, and Honda, with some users favoring Mondeo’s driving experience and design. Overall, sentiments lean toward eager anticipation, tempered with caution over pricing, aftersales, and after-sales network improvements.