Mondeo, how many generations has this name left a memory in the hearts of many generations?
Billions of dollars were spent, the first generation of Mondeo debuted in 1993; in 2000, the second generation of Mondeo was listed, and in 2004 it was introduced to China by Changan Ford; in 2007, the third generation of Mondeo was listed, called Mondeo Win; in 2013, the fourth generation of Mondeo was officially listed, and the "Martin Face" swept all over the country, completely opening Mondeo's reputation in China.
After waiting for about 9 years, a new generation of Mondeo finally arrived. This time it abandoned the "Martin face" and came with a breathing kinetic scale grille and more sporty design elements, this time it really understands Chinese consumers better.
Sincerity is unequivocal
On April 13, Changan Ford's new generation of Mondeo was officially listed, and the official guidance price range was 159,800-216,800 yuan. Compared with the price of the previous generation model starting at 192,800, the starting price of the new generation of Mondeo has dropped by more than 30,000. The starting price of less than 160,000 even touched the price range of the A-Class sedan. For a joint venture classic family car positioned in the B+ class, this is not sincerity and what is it?
Moreover, the new generation of Mondeo of Changan Ford, which was listed this time, also launched a triple gift, namely the gift of the bride price, the gift of the car and the wonderful thanksgiving gift, which includes a car with a value of 5,000 yuan, a 5-year / 14 km vehicle warranty, a maximum value of 14,000 yuan and so on, which can be said to be full of sincerity.
Inheriting the century-old Ford movement gene
The fourth-generation Mondeo was once considered a model that could be combined with both fish and bear paws, and it also steadily entered the "monthly sales club". The secret of success is that Mondeo at that time was a unique existence, unique in the century-old Ford sports gene.
At that time, Mondeo was at the same level as honda accords, Toyota Camry, and Volkswagen Passat, compared to Mondeo, who had an extra control gene. It is precisely this sports gene that makes it leave a memory for many consumers. After years of market grinding, Mondeo has also been labeled "classic".
Coming to the new generation of Mondeo, it still insists on passing on that sports gene. Needless to say, the current stringent emission standards are too much, and the era of large displacement and high horsepower has long since left us. Today's 200,000 class B-class cars are mostly equipped with 1.5T turbocharged or 2.0L naturally aspirated engines, while the new generation of Mondeo is fully equipped with 2.0T EcoBoost engines, which can output a maximum power of 175kw, a maximum torque of 376 Nm, and an acceleration of 100 kilometers in 7 seconds, which is comparable to the parameters of the luxury brand 2.0T high-power engines.
However, motivation is not the only embodiment of the motor gene. Compared with power, sports control can be said to be the core of Mondeo's sports genes. It is reported that the new generation of Mondeo understands the preferences of Chinese users, optimizes the chassis and body structure, and improves the handling stability, which we can talk to you in detail in the follow-up test drive.
Classics are not only about inheritance, but also about breakthroughs
The reason why Mondeo gives the label of "classic" is not only because it has a heritage side, but also because Mondeo has always broken through itself. Whether it's 7 years, 6 years, or 9 years, every generation of Mondeo we wait for will always gather our eyes. In addition to the young and sporty shape of the new generation of Mondeo, it has made some special adjustments to cater to the Chinese market, such as the performance of space.
The body size of the new car has been fully upgraded, the wheelbase has increased by 95mm to 2945mm, which has the advantage of leapfrogging in the B-class car market, and it can even be said that it is not comparable to the B-class car. Compared with the C-class, for example, its wheelbase is longer than the Audi A6 standard axle version of 2928mm or mercedes-Benz E-class standard axle version of 2939mm, it can be seen that the wheelbase of the new generation of Mondeo has reached the level of luxury C-class cars.
At the same time, the new generation of Mondeo has increased its body length by 62mm to 4935mm compared to the previous model, increased its width by 23mm to 1875mm, and increased its height by 30mm to 1500mm. From the book data, the space performance in the car is worth looking forward to.
Space has always been the focus of chinese people when buying a car. It seems that the banner of "more Ford, more China" shouted by Ford is not a false slogan. After years of precipitation in the Chinese market, Changan Ford has become more and more aware of what Chinese consumers want, so the new generation of Mondeo is in place.
In recent years, China's auto market has been booming. Under the impact of independent brands and new car-making forces, the market pattern has undergone tremendous changes. The performance of most joint venture cars in the field of intelligence is quite weak compared with independent brands or new car-making forces. But the emergence of a new generation of Mondeo has broken this pattern.
As a joint venture B-class car, Xiaobian did not expect that Ford would put a 1.1-meter-long ultra-wide area HD giant screen into the car. Isn't this something that can only be done by new car-making forces? What happened to The Century-Old Brand of Ford is indeed a bit bizarre.
But it happened exactly, and the new car integrated a 12.3-inch full-color digital LCD instrument panel and a 27-inch oversized true 4K central control screen, and the tech atmosphere was instantly filled. The central control screen built-in Ford SYNC+2.0 car machine system, support WeChat, QQ, etc., and can be controlled by separate screen, the co-driver can manually screen navigation, car condition and so on to the main driver, and the intelligent performance also breaks through the shackles of the joint venture B-class car.
In addition, the new car also has up to 18 active driving assistance functions, and with Ford's new generation Co-Pilot360 intelligent driving assistance system, it can effectively improve driving safety and show the intelligent side.
Auto Network Review: Mondeo once again stands in the center of the Changan Ford stage
In 9 years, more than 3,000 days, and nearly 80,000 hours, we have finally ushered in a new generation of Mondeo. Maybe some people are very familiar with this name, maybe some people have just heard of this name, but in the automotive industry, the meaning of this name is completely different, and for Changan Ford, it is even more reassuring.
Because of this name, once again standing in the center of the Changan Ford stage. The glorious years that could not be washed away, the long-lasting spotlight, the pair of expectant and shocked eyes, all fell on Mondeo. Mondeo, this car is not only a product for Changan Ford, in a sense more like a family, witnessed the growth trajectory of Changan Ford. Now, it has come to the key node of Changan Ford's development, and a new generation of Mondeo has come, do you think it is OK?