Ford Mondeo (China)

The Ford Mondeo is a Chinese mid-size sedan to be produced starting 2022 by Changan Ford, a joint venture between Chinese automaker Changan Automobile and American automaker Ford Motor Company.

Ford Mondeo
Overview
ManufacturerChangan Ford
Production2022 (to commence)
Model years2023–
Body and chassis
ClassMid-size car (D)
Body style4-door sedan
LayoutFront-engine, front-wheel drive (FF)
PlatformFord C2[1]
RelatedFord Evos
Lincoln Zephyr
Powertrain
Engine2.0L EcoBoost GTDi turbocharged engine
Transmission8-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,945 mm (115.9 in)
Length4,935 mm (194.3 in)
Width1,875 mm (73.8 in)
Height1,500 mm (59 in)
Curb weight1,976 kg (4,356 lb)
Chronology
PredecessorFord Mondeo (fourth generation) (China)

Overview

The new Ford Mondeo was first spied testing in Belgium in June 2021,[2] then again in Michigan, United States later in October.[3] However, the new Mondeo will be produced and sold exclusively in China and will be revealed on November 22, 2021 at Auto Guangzhou. It will be a sedan variant of the also China-exclusive Ford Evos crossover and will replace the outgoing fourth-generation Ford Mondeo.[4]

Specifications

The Chinese Ford Mondeo will be powered by Changan Ford's CAF488WQC 2.0L turbocharged engine, with an output of 238 hp and 376 Nm of torque, giving the car a top speed of 225 km/h (140 mph). The Mondeo uses an 8-speed automatic transmission and is front-wheel drive.[4][5]

References
  1. Kable, Greg (9 November 2021). "Ford Mondeo continues into new generation in China". Autocar. Retrieved 20 November 2021.
  2. Bruce, Chris (24 June 2021). "Ford Mondeo/Fusion Successor Spied On The Road In Europe". Motor1. Retrieved 9 November 2021.
  3. Bruce, Chris (28 October 2021). "Ford Mondeo And Fusion Replacement Spied In Less Camouflage". Motor1. Retrieved 9 November 2021.
  4. de Feijter, Tycho (9 November 2021). "New Ford Mondeo Unveiled In China". Car News China. Retrieved 9 November 2021.
  5. Pappas, Thanos (9 November 2021). "2023 Ford Mondeo Leaked In China Revealing Production Model's Styling". Carscoops. Retrieved 9 November 2021.
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