Verdict
The Ford Mondeo costs RM53,200 more, but it brings genuine D-segment substance: 237 hp and 345 Nm against the Corolla’s 137 hp and 172 Nm, plus a 2,850-mm wheelbase and 557-litre boot. Its claimed 0-100 km/h time is 7.9 seconds. The Toyota Corolla is 197 mm shorter and 197 kg lighter, so it should be the easier sedan to place in town, while its five-year unlimited-mileage warranty beats Ford’s three years/100,000 km. Choose based on space and pace, not safety basics: both have five-star Euro NCAP and ANCAP ratings, seven airbags and stability control.
Pick the Ford Mondeo if you need the larger 557-litre boot, 2,850-mm wheelbase and far stronger 237-hp turbo performance.
Pick the Toyota Corolla if you want to spend RM53,200 less, carry a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty and have a 360-degree camera.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Mondeo RM198,000; Toyota Corolla RM144,800.
- Output: Ford Mondeo 237 hp and 345 Nm; Toyota Corolla 137 hp and 172 Nm.
- Size: Ford Mondeo is 4,871 mm long with a 2,850-mm wheelbase; Toyota Corolla is 4,630 mm long with a 2,700-mm wheelbase.
- Boot space: Ford Mondeo 557 litres; Toyota Corolla 470 litres.
- Warranty: Ford Mondeo three years/100,000 km; Toyota Corolla five years/unlimited mileage.
- Parking camera: Ford Mondeo reverse camera; Toyota Corolla reverse camera with 360-degree view.
Mondeo
- 237 hp and 345 Nm from a 2.0-litre turbo engine.
- 557-litre boot and 2,850-mm wheelbase.
- Lane-keeping steering correction and 10-way powered front seats with driver memory.
- RM53,200 more expensive.
- Three-year/100,000-km warranty falls short of five years with unlimited mileage.
- No 360-degree camera or Apple CarPlay and Android Auto listed.
Corolla
- RM53,200 lower purchase price.
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
- 360-degree camera, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
- 137 hp and 172 Nm are well behind the Mondeo’s 237 hp and 345 Nm.
- 470-litre boot is 87 litres smaller.
- 2,700-mm wheelbase is 150 mm shorter.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM198,000 | RM144,800✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | D-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM380 | RM279✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve, DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharged with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,999 cc | 1,798 cc |
| Horsepower | 237 hp✓ | 137 hp |
| Torque | 345 Nm✓ | 172 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 87.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.3 | 10 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Selectshift | 7 Speed Sequential Shiftmatic CVT |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford/GM | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.9 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | 8 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 240 km/h | — |
| Co2 | 192 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,871 mm | 4,630 mm |
| Width | 1,852 mm | 1,780 mm |
| Height | 1,486 mm | 1,435 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,850 mm | 2,700 mm |
| Weight | 1,562 kg | 1,365 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 62 litres | 50 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 557 litres✓ | 470 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R17 | 225/45R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R17 | 225/45R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Primacy 3 ST | Dunlop SP Sport Maxx 050 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Spain (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbone |
| Front Wheels | 17" 5-twin-spoke Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" 5-twin-spoke Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| ANCAP | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available for outer two rear passenger seats | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector | Bi-LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 10-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 8" SYNC 2 touchscreen with Sony 9 speakers | 9.0" Infotainment Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down With Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Start | Keyless Push Button Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist and Stop and Go |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 3-year/60,000 km free service | — |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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Mondeo vs Corolla FAQ
Is the Ford Mondeo or Toyota Corolla better?
The Mondeo is better for performance and carrying space, with 237 hp, 345 Nm and a 557-litre boot. The Corolla is the more rational lower-cost choice, at RM53,200 less with a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty and 360-degree camera.
What is the price difference?
The Ford Mondeo costs RM198,000 and the Toyota Corolla RM144,800, so the Mondeo costs RM53,200 more.
Which car has the better warranty?
The Toyota Corolla has the better warranty on duration and mileage: five years with unlimited mileage, versus three years or 100,000 km for the Ford Mondeo. The Mondeo includes three-year/60,000-km free service.