The first generation of the Mondeo is over 20 years old and its offspring was at its fourth generation in 2015. And it was, finally, a world car.

After a brief appearance in the James Bond Casino Royale movie in 2006, Ford unveiled the fourth generation of the Mondeo in the following year.

The second generation of the Mondeo went through two mild facelifts instead of a major one. In 2005 it was the last one, before the third generation which Ford launched in 2007.

Ford introduced the first facelift for the second generation of the Mondeo in 2003, after just two years and a half from its launch, in November 2000.

Ford introduced the second generation of the Mondeo in 2000, and it was striking with its New-Edge design language that brought a more dynamic look for the medium-sized sedan.

The Mondeo was designed as a world car. A stylish, yet practical 4-door vehicle. For this model, Ford focused on safety and handling. The car was equipped with seat-belt pretensioners, ABS, and for the more advanced trim level, the Ghia had traction control available, a system which removes unwanted wheel speed. The interior noise was reduced, as the car had a perfect balance between noise, vibration and harshness. Even the door mirrors were created in such a way not to create interior noise, aside from their efficiency and style.