2013 Ford Mondeo

[apstar]

I noticed the Fusion is a sedan not a hatch!!

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[AG3]

More Photos of the 2013 Fusion aka Mondeo

[AG3]

Originally Posted by apstar

I noticed the Fusion is a sedan not a hatch!!

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Yes, in the US mid-size (D-segment) cars are traditionally offered as sedans.


They will most likely add a hatch & wagon version for the Mondeo range.

[apstar]

Well looks like this is my next Mondeo,then again I have no idea what Ford Australia has planed for us in respect to model lineup, gee I'm envious of overseas people with the options they have to choose from

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[XR6WGN]

Totally agree with apstar - IF aust version looks the same as that, I'll seriously consider it. Very nice looking machine

[The Stylist]

Originally Posted by XR6WGN

Totally agree with apstar - IF aust version looks the same as that, I'll seriously consider it. Very nice looking machine

There should be little change. Only the headlight bezels will be different, which will be black and incorporating LED's

[XR6WGN]

Originally Posted by The Stylist

There should be little change. Only the headlight bezels will be different, which will be black and incorporating LED's

Which will probably make it look even better - time will tell, but, to be realistic, I think the only thing that will stop me getting one will be the price.

Although lot's of things can happen in twelve months.

[AG3]

Originally Posted by The Stylist

There should be little change. Only the headlight bezels will be different, which will be black and incorporating LED's

Official photo of the 2013 Mondeo

[AG3]

NAIAS 2012 EyesOn Design awards go to Ford Fusion and Lexus LF-LC

EOD Best Production Award

I admit that I was not initially impressed by the final three candidates chosen for this year’s award. However, the rules are clear. This has to be it first official showing as a production vehicle. I liken it to similar rules for the Detroit Autorama’s Final Eight for the Ridler Award, which I believe is coming up in late February this year.

The 2012 NAIAS EOD final 3 for EOD Best Production were as follows: The 2013 Cadillac ATS, the 2013 BMW-335i and the 2013 Ford Fusion.

The production award I think is tougher to choose than the concept. I don’t know what I expected this year, but I personally could not view the ATS or the BMW as major contenders, not when the field last year seemed stronger, which the Audi won for two years in a row.

I found the ATS simply a smaller version of the CTS; and that just didn’t do it for me personally enough to warrant the award, with all respect to the fine work at Cadillac. I guess I was looking for a greater distinction in styling, not a super-mild, downsized evolutionary step. Same for the BMW, which was also too subtle of design changes for me; albeit high quality.

Bottom line, though, the 2013 Ford Fusion was indeed the best of the pack, in my opinion. It kept to the tone and theme of the Ford line, but its lines still look unique and fresh compared to the others, especially the grill area; again, in my opinion. But the only opinion that counts are those of the judges.

Read More: http://www.torquenews.com/119/naias-...nd-lexus-lf-lc

[Martyvan]

Originally Posted by AG3

Official photo of the 2013 Mondeo
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God help me. That will be released at the perfect time to upgrade the lease car....... It looks like a mini Shaguar.... :P

Take mine as the Wagon in Silver.... with a most of the bells, but skippin the whistles...

[apstar]

Originally Posted by AG3

Official photo of the 2013 Mondeo
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But its LHD! would have thought it would be RHD for a Mondeo European/UK model

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ps still think Mondeo has the hardest alloys to clean wish they just make a 5 star spoke alloy

[allanv6gt]

OK ...I stand corrected....Torque is more in full-power Ecoboost
(been a very busy year !!!! and only 2 wks in...aargh!!)

[allanv6gt]

NBeing a One-Ford world car, I would expect it to be enigneered for both left and right hand drive......as they are now (and Commodores too!!)
Also, that glass gouse doesn't look too dissimilar from what we have today in MA>MC body shell.

My Order: Top spec motor on AWD platfoprm if that cheery red or bluie shown above...and I might even settle for one of the smart 6spd dual clutch auto boxes (Vale Manuals).

[AG3]

Originally Posted by apstar

But its LHD! would have thought it would be RHD for a Mondeo European/UK model

The previous Mondeo was first shown as a LHD car.


If I recall correctly, most of the first images of new Euro Fords are usually the German LHD version.

I don't know if you guys noticed, but even their european concept cars are LHD




PS: The headquarters of Ford of Europe is in Cologne, Germany.

Originally Posted by apstar

ps still think Mondeo has the hardest alloys to clean wish they just make a 5 star spoke alloy

I haven't seen any yet, but I saw these...

[apstar]

Yep they are the type AG3 much better to clean I dread washing mine which I will be doing in a few minutes, good point with the LHD spotting

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[apstar]

http://www.ford.com/cars/fusion/2013/
its going to be a long wait for us here in Oz i can just see the head honchos at Ford saying hmm no,no,no,maybe,might,think about that,could,maybe

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great web page especially the 360 deg with the color icons... Ginger Ale!!!

I'm ringing Ford and order the Ice Storm color

[NZ XR6]

Due for a new car in 2014, so if I skip the first year's production then it should work out well.

Be interesting to see where the new model is made for the Oz/NZ market.

[AG3]

Originally Posted by apstar

http://www.ford.com/cars/fusion/2013/
its going to be a long wait for us here in Oz i can just see the head honchos at Ford saying hmm no,no,no,maybe,might,think about that,could,maybe

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The 2013 Fusion will go on sale later this year in North America & South America (fall), while the Mondeo version will be introduced early next year.

[vunny]

Love it love it love it... big bold design!

[apstar]

This is Fantastic

http://www.caradvice.com.au/156353/2...scar-revealed/

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[XR6WGN]

Originally Posted by apstar

This is Fantastic

http://www.caradvice.com.au/156353/2...scar-revealed/

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Hmmm 2013 - Introduction of Australian V8's new format - anyone out there thinking what I'm thinking??

[galaxy xr8]

I have been looking into a Mondeo Titanium wagon, they seem very well appointed, but now after reading this I might hold of and see what we get here in Aus with this new range ?.

[Mad_Pom]

Originally Posted by galaxy xr8

I have been looking into a Mondeo Titanium wagon, they seem very well appointed, but now after reading this I might hold of and see what we get here in Aus with this new range ?.

You might be in for a long wait - 12-18 months

[galaxy xr8]

Originally Posted by Mad_Pom

You might be in for a long wait - 12-18 months

That's ok, Mid next yr suit's me better.

[blueoval]

This looks awesome, but I reckon it will be out of my price range.

[EFinSilver]

I have been obsessing over this car for awhile now. Hurry up 2013. This will be my next purchase. Can't wait for Australian models of Mondeo and pricing.

[whitetdci]

I think the designers have been drooling over astons a bit. Nice lines!!

[apstar]

Originally Posted by EFinSilver

I have been obsessing over this car for awhile now. Hurry up 2013. This will be my next purchase. Can't wait for Australian models of Mondeo and pricing.

Ford Australia is my main concern re the new model! they seem to choice the basic models for Australia BUT I will wait and see what surprises they come up with especially when we know what the Yanks are getting

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[EFinSilver]

I heard the only differences will be drive train selections, I just hope we still get the adaptive AWD, would love that with the ecoboost. From what I hear and read it seems we will be getting it though.

I wonder if we are getting the hybrids?, not that I'm interested, would be nice to have the option. Global platform FTW lol

Oxford white looks amazing.

[apstar]

hmm I hope this guy is wrong?

http://www.drivingandlife.com/2012/0...ew-falcon.html

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