Ford Mondeo XR5 Turbo Spy Shots
September 22, 2007 by Alborz Fallah
Our Photographer has caught the upcoming Ford Mondeo XR5 Turbo out and about (or possibly a standard Mondeo with a bodykit and XR5 badges!).
This should mean the Volvo five-cylinder turbo engine will power this car and it appears to be through a 6-speed manual gearbox.
The wheels are similar to those used in the Orion prototypes and the interior looks pretty nice with a Sony head unit and stereo.
Some from the inside:
More soon…
Print it: 
This is NOT the ST or the XR5. It is just a normal Mondeo with the sports kit (similar to that in Casino Royal) which is available through Ford Dealers in Europe. The badge just came from a Focus XR5. The actual German ST is still testing with camo on and the Aussie re-badge would be driving around un-disguised and with license plates??! No way
Paul, mate it is not brake lights you refer to, but rear light cluster. All I can say is different and bit ? too from me, but it works fine in this colour and looks different from all. The Aurion rear is similar to most! Must admit Aurion rear is cool and very classy how sides of car cut into top of boot lid! This car is in front of Camry / Aurion me thinks a wee tad and will be interesting comparo when the likes of Mazda 6 struts in off the catwalk with the class and pizzaz it offers!
Well I think we differ on this, personally I think the rear of the Aurion is its worst part, I like the Camrys better. Im not saying the Mondeo is bad, but it doesnt appeal to me personally.
Btw I know you dont rate the TRD, go to carsales and check out the 2 that are for sale, one has some good pics of it… honestly it should change your mind it looks amazing and the rear looks 10x better then the normal Aurion!
I’m with you Paul. I prefer the look of the Camry over the Aurion. The drivetrain of the Aurion is killer though! Shame the Camry 4cyl is such a slug..
I think for families on a budget, a camry is a very attractive proposition. I like something a little more “sporty” though and would prefer something like this new mondeo or Mazda 6 when they’re released.
Hopefully ford will consider a 3.2 V6 version of the mondeo, even though I know it will cannabalise Orion sales.
Have a look at this site:
http://www.carsales.com.au/tes....._week.html
Here’s some more info on the new Mondeo. As I wrote before, I think the Camry/Aurion range might get a bit of a hammering, but I also worry about the Orion because I believe the new Mondeo is not that much smaller than the Orion. We’ll have to wait and see.
This car looks like a class act. I do believe there are a lot a similar lines in this car that will be highlighted on the Orion.
To Fil you can have your Toyota Camry Sportivo. I’ll stick to my ford Laser until the new Mondeo comes out.
So whats the go? NZ get the Mondeo info released before Australia?
Found this on the F/Forums
FORD NEW ZEALAND ANNOUNCES MONDEO LINE-UP AND PRICING
AUCKLAND, New Zealand, 25 September 2007 The dramatic all-new German-engineered Mondeo, Ford of Europe’s most technically advanced car ever and the first production version of Ford’s kinetic design styling, will be on sale from $35,990 in New Zealand later this year.
“The new Ford Mondeo is a smart eye-catching car that offers a huge array of sensational features and thoughtful attributes,” said Ford New Zealand Marketing Manager Barbara MacGregor.
“Mondeo is an intuitive car that will cater to all levels of driver involvement thanks to its superb driving dynamics and appealing variety of powertrain options.”
Depending on the model selected, Mondeo will be available in sedan, hatch or wagon bodystyles, with manual or automatic transmissions and one of two different trim levels – standard and Zetec.
“Customers can also chose from a new 2.3-litre Duratec 4-cylinder petrol engine coupled to the new Durashift 6-speed automatic transmission with a Sport mode or the 2.0-litre 4 cylinder petrol engine mated to a 5-speed manual,” said MacGregor.
“Premium quality materials, exemplary driving dynamics and an extensive feature list are all hallmarks of the smart new Europeani engineered Mondeo, which will introduce new levels of refinement, comfort and safety to the segment.
“The new Mondeo features an impressive no-compromise array of active and passive safety technologies including Dynamic Stability Control (DCS) and new driver’s knee airbag as standard across the range,” said MacGregor.
“At a recommended retail price of just $35,990, the 2.0-litre manual sedan Mondeo will appeal to customers who want a wide range of modern safety, comfort and convenience features in a stylish car that offers class leading driving dynamics.”
Both powertrain combinations are available in either a classic 4 door sedan or 4 door wagon which both feature a strong silhouette with the A-pillar angle blending through to each of the bodystyles.
“Customers who want a sporty vehicle will love the new Mondeo Zetec 2.3-litre hatch – with standard features 16 inch alloy wheels, dual zone climate control, a 6 stack CD player and an upgraded trim package, it brings high levels of comfort and a quality feel,” said MacGregor.
Customers can further option their Mondeo Zetec with a Sports Pack which includes 17 inch alloy wheels, a sporty body kit and leather trim.
Ford’s distinctive and dynamic kinetic design styling language, expressing energy in motion, creates a sleek and dynamic profile and delivers a design presence that signals power and grace.
“Mondeo is an eye-catching design which dares to be different, yet achieves a level of sophistication and poise usually expected in a more expensive vehicle,” said MacGregor.
The Ford Mondeo has always been acclaimed for its driving quality and the new Mondeo will extend the model’s reputation in this area.
It combines sporty driving dynamics with a refined ride and minimal noise, vibration and harshness.
The Mondeo development team also paid special attention to the car’s suspension and steering system. The major modifications include a wider track; optimized front suspension design, new rear suspension design, isolated rear subframe and optimized steering system.
“The new Mondeo will bring prospective buyers to Ford showrooms and create a whole new wave of Mondeo enthusiasts,” said MacGregor.
“Since it was revealed in Europe in March, we have been inundated with enquiries from customers wanting to know more about this exciting car.
“As a result, we have launched an interactive Mondeo microsite on our popular http://www.ford.co.nz website where customers can register for exclusive access to information about the new Mondeo including pricing and specification details,” concluded MacGregor.
Model Recommended Retail Price (including GST)
2.0l Mondeo manual sedan $35,990
2.3l Mondeo automatic sedan $37,990
2.0l Mondeo manual wagon $37,490
2.3l Mondeo automatic wagon $39,490
2.3l Mondeo Zetec automatic hatch $40,990
2.3l Mondeo Zetec automatic hatch with Sports Pack $45,490
i suppose it is because NZ has been a bit more loyal to the mondeo name plate. mondeos have been a main plate in NZ for a while
If that’s the specs we’re getting in Aus, I’ll be very disapointed. Only manual in the lowest spec version? Meh.
The 2.3l Mondeo automatic sedan $37,990 nz dollars, only a couple more grand and you get an auto with extra 300cc that’s a quality bargain,
It must be remembered that New Zealand does not have a car manufactoring industry like we have in Australia. Let alone selling a lot of imported cars (Australia may sell 1,000,000 cars this year). The more you sell the lower the unit price may be. In other words there is more to bargain with.
All I can say is, lets wait till Ford Australia reveals the Mondeo (Australian specs) here before comparing what you don’t know with what you do know.
This car’s design looks ugly to me (especially the headlights and the rear), but, looks are a subjective matter. Others might like it, but I certainly do not.
Tony C,
you are right on the subjective matter of cars. but believe me when you see the new Mondeo in the flesh it is an awesome car. not awesome as a lambo in bright orange paintwork but awesome in the details.
many things are not transported from the 3D to the 2D and this is especially true in the case of the Mondeo. also the interior size and exterior size is almost equivalent to the current BF Falcon so should finally give a real world alternative to the very roomy Camry.
Yeah in many cases you have to see the car in the metal, the WRX imo is one example. Although I think the Mondeo looks great in photos, more than likely look even better in real life. On one of the motorshows as well they showed abit of its interior, that looked quite classy as well. Just need to change those exhausts, I dont know who that would appeal to… maybe its just like that for the test mule (one would hope).
i agree that the exhausts look a little dodgy in the photos, but i believe they are of a stainless style finish, but there looks to me to be a bit of glare on the lense of the camera. hopefully look better in person.
just hope they dont do a mazda and honda and put a large tip on a small exhaust. looks dodgy and everyone can see that.
Two things noticed on this ‘XR5′ model.
16in wheels and down facing exhaust tips…
this is either badged xr5 for testing purposes or ford have got it terribly wrong.
my 2c
Hendrik,
The alloys on the XR5 are actually 18″ alloys. These are viewable on the ford uk website if you download the brochure. I believe this could be a Titanium Model with the Sports pack option in UK specs.
i dont know that the NZ pricing is much to go off when it gets here.
in NZ the listing prices seem to be about $10K dearer than what we pay here across the entire ford range.
even cause the dollar is a factor id say the mondeo might even start at $25,990
this car is basically the same as the Euro Mondeo with the Sport Pack and the XR5 engine. Shame on For Oz!
Why shame on Ford OZ Jake? It is the Mondeo from europe with the sport pack, but it is almost the top of the range model from what i can see. it has the keyless start system as evidenced by the start button on the dash near the stereo and yes it will run the XR5 Turbo motor from the Focus in it. Why not call it an XR5 Turbo. sounds better than Titanium X doesn’t it.
Of corse it’s not australian, all the Holdrolet hatchback cars are not Australian too. I don’t know what your on about jake.
I notice so many people making negative comments about the down facing exhausts. Here’s some food for thought.
In my younger days I had a Jaguar S type (year 1966) which had dual straight exhaust. They looked great but if you put something big in the boot which meant the boot had to stay open while you were driving you finished up getting the exhaust gases coming into the passenger compartment.
What you might find is the down turned exhaust on the Mondeo are that way so you minimise any chance of exhaust gases in the passenger area. Oh you could argue that there are a lot of cars with dual straight exhaust out there now but I bet no one has had their boot open while they are driving.
WHY ARE PEOPLE DISS’N THE MONDEO BECAUSE IT HAS DROP PIPES?
At least it has twin pipes, arsehole Holdrolet fans!!!!!!!!!!!
The pipes look cool that wouldn’t stop me from buying the Mondeo or any car, you can easily modify the pipes to your satisfaction and from looking at the Mondeo pictures not a hard custom job here at all.
Very true……..you could change them ,and I would blah… They look crap. Heaps of extensions to choose from out there so why have droopy………? Droopy is just not cool…….in any ummm conditions. Some Viagra my help them perhaps!
i have news….no wagon, no manual other than XR5T, 4 models in the range, prices are very good, XR5T cheaper than falcon XT!!!!!
My Comment is still awaiting moderation on this blog? From last night! Thanks for the news Mike,where did you hear it from?
Cheaper than a Falcon XT? That would make the Focus XR5 more expensive than the Mondeo XR5 – sorry, I find that very, very hard to beleive.
May be $40,000 for mondeo XR5 turbo?
Holden said “no one will buy an expensive european car” like Mondeo.
If thats so why is there BMW, Volvo (etc) in Australia then?
mondeo XR5T cheaper than a falcon XT??? i doubt it
maybe you had wires crossed and meant base mondeo cheaper that XT.
Mick Jackson, Where did you get your info from?
No,no,no!!! Let me guess, a 13 year old!
Am I right, am I right…
I’m apsalootly right!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Next time don’t listen to 14 Y/Os, because I kmow alot of them that lie about cars, like Anton Vlahos.
I hope they sort out the AWD drivetrain for the focus. Rumours are that they working on the S40 AWD platform which abviously uses the same V5T engine doubt it go into the mondeo though.
The mondeo looks good in the shots, another mid size choice. Normal engines should be way better than some others on the market.
Prices start 29990 + OTR upto 41990 + OTR, 6speed Diesel AUTO in TDCi mmodel
$29,990 for 2.3 auto. What great value.
6 speed auto in lx,zetec and tdci, 6speed manual in XR5T. lx sedan only,XR5T hatch only, sedan and hatch in others. shame no manuals in lower models
HA,HA Mike Jackson!
The XR5 Turbo is not cheaper than the XT Falcon after all!!!!
I have not yet seen a Mondeo XR5T on the roads, but the base models look nice on the road. So I wonder what the XR5T looks like.
Does anyone know the price??
Nardia the guys have just done a road test on one try doing a search for it at the top of the page !