The Week That Was: Ford Mondeo, Tesla Model S, Hyundai i30 Series II

Ford’s new 2015 Mondeo made its local debut this week with the Australian motoring media, ahead of a mid-May showroom launch.

Priced from $32,790 for the entry level Ambiente hatch and ranging up to $49,340 for the top-spec Titanium wagon, the new Mondeo is aimed right at Toyota’s segment-leading Camry ($30,490) and the popular Mazda6 ($32,540).

Two versions of Ford’s 2.0 litre EcoBoost turbocharged petrol engine will be offered with the new Mondeo, along with a 2.0 litre turbo diesel.

The order books for Tesla’s Model S 70D in Australia are open now, with prices starting from $102,400 plus on-road costs.

The 70D replaces the previous entry-level in the Model S 60, and brings AWD, more power and improved range with its higher price tag.

Tesla notched up 10,030 sales worldwide for the first quarter of 2015, with company CEO Elon Musk saying Australian sales were “surprisingly good”. 

the week that was.