2012 Ford Mondeo — Full Specifications
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The 2012 Ford Mondeo belongs to the Mk4 / third generation generation, built 2007–2013. 2012 was year 6 of its run. The Mk5 / fourth generation replaced it from 2014. Model years from 2010 onward carry the mid-life facelift, so a 2012 car is a post-facelift example. Body styles: 4-door saloon, 5-door liftback, 5-door estate. The engine range listed for this period includes 1.6 L Duratec I4 DOHC 16v, 1.6 L EcoBoost SCTi turbo I4, 2.0 L Mazda Duratec I4 DOHC 16v, 2.3 L Mazda Duratec I4 DOHC 16v and more. Owners often keep a Ford Mondeo workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Mk4 / third generation Generation: Engines & Body Styles
Ford Mondeo model years from 2007 to 2013 belong to the same generation, with a mid-life facelift in 2010. The engines below are those listed for this generation in the 2012 period; availability varied by year, trim and market, so confirm the exact engine from the car's paperwork or the badge on the tailgate.
| Engine | Fuel | Displacement | Power |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 L Duratec I4 DOHC 16v | Petrol | 1.6 L | 110–125 PS |
| 1.6 L EcoBoost SCTi turbo I4 | Petrol | 1.6 L | — |
| 2.0 L Mazda Duratec I4 DOHC 16v | Petrol | 2 L | 145 PS |
| 2.3 L Mazda Duratec I4 DOHC 16v | Petrol | 2.3 L | 161 PS |
| 2.5 L Volvo Duratec turbo I5 DOHC 20v | Petrol | 2.5 L | 220 PS |
| 2.0 L EcoBoost SCTi turbo I4 | Petrol | 2 L | — |
| 1.6 L Ford/PSA DLD-416 TDCi turbo I4 (ECOnetic) | Diesel | 1.6 L | 115 PS |
| 1.8 L DLD-418 TDCi turbo I4 | Diesel | 1.8 L | — |
| 2.0 L PSA DW10 TDCi turbo I4 | Diesel | 2 L | 163 PS |
| 2.2 L PSA DW12 TDCi twin turbo I4 | Diesel | 2.2 L | 175–200 PS |
| Body styles | 4-door saloon · 5-door liftback · 5-door estate |
|---|---|
| Transmissions | 5-speed manual Durashift · 6-speed manual Durashift · 6-speed Aisin automatic Durashift · 6-speed PowerShift dual-clutch automatic |
| Generation | Mk4 / third generation (2007-2014) |
| Facelift | 2010 (2012 car is post-facelift) |
Generation, production years, engines and body styles compiled from Wikipedia; production dates can differ by market. Official fuel economy and CO₂ figures for UK cars are published by the Vehicle Certification Agency and vary by engine and test cycle (NEDC or WLTP), so we do not quote a single figure here.
Owner Essentials for the 2012 Ford Mondeo
Running Costs: 2012 Ford Mondeo
Running costs for a 2012 Ford Mondeo depend mostly on which engine it has, how it is driven and the insurance group of that trim. Look up the exact car's tax band and fuel figures from its registration on GOV.UK, and work out fuel spend with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2012 Ford Mondeo Safety Rating
Cars sold in the UK and Europe are crash-tested by Euro NCAP, not the US NHTSA, so there is no NHTSA star rating for the Ford Mondeo. Look the Ford Mondeo up on Euro NCAP's results page to see the star rating and the test year for this generation; ratings from different years use different criteria and are not directly comparable. To check a specific UK car for open recalls, use the GOV.UK vehicle recalls checker, and see our UK guide to checking a used car's history.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which generation is the 2012 Ford Mondeo?
The 2012 Ford Mondeo is part of the Mk4 / third generation (2007-2014) generation, produced 2007–2013. The facelift arrived in 2010, so a 2012 car is a post-facelift example.
What engines did the 2012 Ford Mondeo come with?
Engines listed for this generation include 1.6 L Duratec I4 DOHC 16v (petrol); 1.6 L EcoBoost SCTi turbo I4 (petrol); 2.0 L Mazda Duratec I4 DOHC 16v (petrol); 2.3 L Mazda Duratec I4 DOHC 16v (petrol); 2.5 L Volvo Duratec turbo I5 DOHC 20v (petrol); 2.0 L EcoBoost SCTi turbo I4 (petrol); 1.6 L Ford/PSA DLD-416 TDCi turbo I4 (ECOnetic) (diesel); 1.8 L DLD-418 TDCi turbo I4 (diesel). Not every engine was sold in every year or market, so check the car's V5C or handbook for the exact unit.
What body styles does the 2012 Ford Mondeo come in?
This generation was offered as: 4-door saloon, 5-door liftback, 5-door estate.
What gearbox does the 2012 Ford Mondeo have?
Transmissions listed for this generation include 5-speed manual Durashift, 6-speed manual Durashift, 6-speed Aisin automatic Durashift, 6-speed PowerShift dual-clutch automatic, depending on engine and trim.
How safe is the 2012 Ford Mondeo?
European-market cars are crash-tested by Euro NCAP rather than NHTSA. Search for the Ford Mondeo at euroncap.com/en/results to see the star rating and the test year for this generation.