Verdict
For a Malaysian buyer, the Mk4 Facelift (CD345) costs RM188,749, RM9,251 less than the CD391, yet reaches 100 km/h in 7.8 seconds and is rated at 7.7 L/100 km. Its 70-litre tank also carries eight litres more fuel. The CD391 answers with a far earlier 345 Nm peak at 2,300 rpm, a 557-litre boot, LED headlamps, active cruise control and a reverse camera. The newer car is the better-equipped choice; the Mk4 makes the stronger case if price, economy and tank capacity matter more.
Pick the Mk4 Facelift (CD345) if you want the lower purchase price, a 7.7 L/100 km rating and the larger 70-litre fuel tank.
Pick the CD391 if you want 345 Nm from 2,300 rpm, active cruise control, a reverse camera and a 557-litre boot.
Key differences
- Price: Mk4 Facelift (CD345) RM188,749; CD391 RM198,000
- Torque: Mk4 Facelift (CD345) 340 Nm at 4,500 rpm; CD391 345 Nm at 2,300 rpm
- 0-100 km/h: Mk4 Facelift (CD345) 7.8 seconds; CD391 7.9 seconds
- Rated economy: Mk4 Facelift (CD345) 7.7 L/100 km; CD391 8.0 L/100 km
- Fuel tank: Mk4 Facelift (CD345) 70 litres; CD391 62 litres
- Boot space: Mk4 Facelift (CD345) 535 litres; CD391 557 litres
Mk4 Facelift (CD345)
- RM9,251 lower price
- Quicker 7.8-second 0-100 km/h time
- 70-litre fuel tank and 7.7 L/100 km rating
- 340 Nm arrives at 4,500 rpm rather than 2,300 rpm
- No lane-keeping steering correction, active cruise control or reverse camera
- 535-litre boot is 22 litres smaller
CD391
- 345 Nm available from 2,300 rpm
- Active cruise control and lane-keeping steering correction
- 557-litre boot, reverse camera and six rear parking sensors
- Costs RM9,251 more
- Slightly slower 7.9-second 0-100 km/h time
- Higher 8.0 L/100 km rated consumption and smaller 62-litre tank
What the Mk4 Facelift (CD345) has over the CD391
What the CD391 has over the Mk4 Facelift (CD345)
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM188,749✓ | RM198,000 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM380 | RM380 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,925/mo✓ | RM2,020/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM5,221✓ | RM5,461 |
| Fuel / year (est.) | RM3,065✓ | RM3,184 |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM15.32✓ | RM15.92 |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM43,323✓ | RM45,123 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct injection with turbocharger, variable valve timing | 16-valve, DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharged with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,999 cc | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 237 hp at 6,000 rpm | 237 hp at 5,300 rpm |
| Torque | 340 Nm at 4,500 rpm | 345 Nm at 2,300 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 87.5 mm × 83.1 mm | 87.5 mm × 83.1 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | 9.3 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | PowerShift | Selectshift |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Getrag | Ford/GM |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.8 seconds✓ | 7.9 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 7.7 L/100 km✓ | 8 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 246 km/h✓ | 240 km/h |
| Co2 | —✓ | 192 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,850 mm | 4,871 mm |
| Width | 1,886 mm | 1,852 mm |
| Height | 1,500 mm | 1,486 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,850 mm | 2,850 mm |
| Weight | 1,569 kg | 1,562 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 70 litres | 62 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 535 litres | 557 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/50R17 | 235/50R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/50R17 | 235/50R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | — | Michelin Primacy 3 ST |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Belgium (CBU) | Spain (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 17" 5-twin-spoke Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 17" 5-twin-spoke Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electro-hydraulic power steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| ANCAP | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (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 on outer rear seats | Available for outer two rear passenger seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Steering Correction |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive Bi-Xenon Projectors | Adaptive LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 8-Way Power Adjustable with Driver Memory Function | 10-way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split Folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| 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, 1 Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Courtesy, map and footwell lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Sony Radio CD/MP3 Player with Bluetooth and 9 Speakers | 8" SYNC 2 touchscreen with Sony 9 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 Button | Keyless Push Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activated | — |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | — | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | 100,000 km✓ | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 3 years |
| Warranty Extended | 2 years✓ | — |
| Warranty Notes | 3-year/60,000 km free service | 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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
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Mk4 Facelift (CD345) vs CD391 FAQ
Is the Ford Mondeo Mk4 Facelift (CD345) or Ford Mondeo CD391 better?
The CD391 is better equipped, adding active cruise control, lane-keeping steering correction, a reverse camera and LED projector headlamps. Choose the Mk4 Facelift (CD345) for its lower price, marginally quicker acceleration, lower rated consumption and larger tank.
What is the price difference?
The CD391 costs RM9,251 more than the Mk4 Facelift (CD345): RM198,000 versus RM188,749.
Which Mondeo has the stronger low-rpm torque?
The CD391 does. Its 345 Nm peak arrives at 2,300 rpm, while the Mk4 Facelift (CD345) produces 340 Nm at 4,500 rpm. That gives the CD391 its torque advantage much earlier in the rev range.