Ford Mondeo 1996 Wagon 2.5i V6
Ford Mondeo 1996 2.5 petrol description
Estate car / wagon Ford Mondeo 1996 Wagon 2.5i V6 has been produced from October, 1996 to November, 2000. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.5 litres, which produces power of 170 horsepower on 6250 rpm and torque 220 Nm (Newton metres) on 4250 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 270 000 and 450 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
This Ford Mondeo 2.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.6 litres.
Ford Mondeo 1996 Wagon 2.5i V6 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Ford Mondeo 1996 Wagon 2.5i V6 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 215 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Ford Mondeo 1996 Wagon 2.5i V6 fuel consumption is 9.7 litres per 100km (10.3 km/l), city fuel economy - 13.7 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 7.4 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 62 litres or 16.38 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 620 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 820 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Ford is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real Ford Mondeo fuel consumption.
Ford Mondeo safety
During safety testing Ford Mondeo has obtained 3 stars from five, which means average safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Ford Mondeo is evaluated with three stars, and for pedestrian protection Ford Mondeo got two stars.

Ford Mondeo 1996 Wagon 2.5i V6 technical data
Model: | Ford Mondeo Wagon 2.5i V6 | ||
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Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
Production period: | 1996. October ... 2000. November | ||
Engine: | 2544 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 233 g/km |
Power: | 170 HP ON 6250 RPM | Torque: | 220 NM ON 4250 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 215 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.6 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.7 (combined) 13.7 (urban) 7.4 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 9.5 l/100km (24.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 62 litres (16.4 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.67m (length) 1.75m (width) 1.39m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.3 meters | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 540 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 1610 litres (with rear seats folded down) |
Ford Mondeo 1996 Wagon 2.5i V6 engine SEA
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement | 2544 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 6 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 82.4 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 79.5 mm |
Compression ratio | 9.7 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. |
Fuel system | Injection |
Ford Mondeo 1996 Wagon 2.5i V6 oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 5.6 litres (5.9 quarts) |
Power | 170 HP ON 6250 RPM |
Torque | 220 NM ON 4250 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1994 |
Duration of production | 5 years |
Engine also used on | Ford Cougar |
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Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Ford Mondeo 1996 Wagon 1.6i 90 Hp
Oct 1996 — Aug 1998 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.6 Petrol | 90 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Ford Mondeo 1998 Wagon 1.6i 95 Hp Aug 1998 — Nov 2000 | 1.6 Petrol | 95 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Ford Mondeo 1996 Wagon 1.8i
Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.8 Petrol | 116 HP | 8.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Ford Mondeo 1996 Wagon 1.8i Automatic Oct 1996 — Aug 1998 | 1.8 Petrol | 116 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Ford Mondeo 1996 Wagon 1.8 TD | 1.8 Diesel | 90 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Ford Mondeo 1996 Wagon 2.0i
Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
2.0 Petrol | 131 HP | 8.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Ford Mondeo 1996 Wagon 2.0i Automatic | 2.0 Petrol | 131 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Ford Mondeo 1996 Wagon 2.5i V6 | 2.5 Petrol | 170 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Ford Mondeo 1996 Wagon 2.5i V6 Automatic | 2.5 Petrol | 170 HP | 10.3 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Ford Mondeo 1999 Wagon 2.5i V6 ST
Jul 1999 — Nov 2000 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8 seconds |
2.5 Petrol | 205 HP | 10.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |