2008 Ford Mondeo
The 2008 Ford Mondeo is a lower Medium. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $35,990 for the base variant and topping out at $48,990 for the XR5 variant.
There are 4 variants of the Mondeo available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in late-2007.
The 2008 Mondeo was offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.
Engine options for the Ford Mondeo include 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder (107kW/185Nm), 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder (107kW/185Nm), 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (103kW/340Nm), 2.3L in-line 4-cylinder (118kW/208Nm), 2.3L in-line 4-cylinder (118kW/208Nm) and 2.5L in-line 5-cylinder turbo (162kW/320Nm). Available with 5-speed manual manual, 6-speed automatic with manual mode or 6-speed manual manual transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
- Retail Price
- $35,990 - $48,990†
- Transmission
- 5 or 6-speed manual or 6-speed auto
- Driven Wheels
- Front
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded, Unleaded, or Diesel
- Body Types
- Hatchback, Sedan, or Wagon
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion

- Retail Price
- $35,990 - $48,990†
- Transmission
- 5 or 6-speed manual or 6-speed auto
- Driven Wheels
- Front
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded, Unleaded, or Diesel
- Body Types
- Hatchback, Sedan, or Wagon
- Powertrain Type
- Combustion
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Ford Mondeo
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
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Handling & Mechanics
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Towing & Off-road Capacity
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Exterior & Dimensions
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Interior
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Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
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Cost of Ownership
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Available Variants
The Ford Mondeo comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being XR5.
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Towing & Off-Road Capability
Dimensions
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,844 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,886 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,500 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,850 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,640 mm |
| Load Capacity | 613 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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2008 Ford Mondeo
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Ford Mondeo is the base variant that starts from $35,990.
See all Ford Mondeo PricingThe most expensive Ford Mondeo is the XR5 variant that starts from $48,990.
See all Ford Mondeo PricingThe best towing capacity of a Ford Mondeo is 1800 kg shared by all variants.
See all Ford Mondeo towing capacityThe largest Ford Mondeo is the base variant which measures 1886mm wide, 4830mm in length and sits 1512mm tall.
The most powerful Ford Mondeo is the XR5 variant which has 162kW of power and 320nm of torque.
The Ford Mondeo is built in Belgium and shipped to New Zealand.
The heaviest Ford Mondeo is the base variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2265 kg.
The Ford Mondeo may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Unleaded, Diesel or Premium Unleaded.
† Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.