Ford will update the current Mondeo with a mild facelift in 2010 but the next car is expected to adopt a completely new look. The carmaker’s kinetic styling theme, however, will still have a heavy influence. Key features of the design will include a swooping profile, trapezoidal grille, stretched back headlights and a short rear deck.
This rendering, from Germany’s AutoBild, gives us a clue as to what the final version may look like, revealing that many of the elements from the new Fiesta hatch will carry over to the sedan. The new Mondeo will be based on the same platform as the current model, but its wheelbase, track and overall length will be modified.
The platform is flexible enough that Ford may even launch a new two-door coupe version as well as a crossover. New features that could make their way into the range include active steering and cruise-control safety systems, ultra-clean diesel engines shared with Jaguar and mild hybrid systems.
Reader Comments
Tue May 27 2008 10:18 AM
chris says
a little wacky.. but a nice render.. if it goes to production with that sort of theme.. once it gets toned down a little, it would look great. I'm not surprised that they'll be using the same platform. that platform is new in 2008, will be refreshed in 2010,.. and then reborn in 2012... thats pretty aggressive if you ask me.
Tue May 27 2008 8:28 PM
Wizards Lore says
not bad..although it may be the design style of the next Falcon...quite agressive ...but what about rear head room...always a problem for coupe styled sedans
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