Ford Mondeo - Pictures

The Ford is a handsome and well proportioned estate. But it’s bigger than it looks. Also bear in mind the Titanium X model’s radiator grille isn’t as simple or attractive as the Ghia we used in our pictures.

The sliding load floor is a £400 option, and can carry up to 200kg. Although the seats don’t do anything particularly clever, once they’re folded, only the Vectra can better the Mondeo for capacity.

while the driving position may be too high for some, on the whole, the Mondeo has a very appealing cabin. The steering wheel is great to hold, and the quality of the materials and construction rivals the Passat.

Ford has designed a new filler to prevent owners filling up their vehicle with the incorrect fuel. Springs have to retract before the plate slides back to allow you to insert the nozzle.

At 1,886mm wide, the Ford is 66mm broader than the Passat, giving it an advantage in terms of rear shoulder space. Three people can easily sit abreast in the back, but as in the other cars, the centre seat is raised and not as comforta