Ford has topped and tailed its Mondeo diesel range with a super-frugal model and a sporty range-topper, both on sale this month.

The first new addition is the ECOnetic model, offering sub-140g/km CO2 emissions from its 115bhp 1.8-litre TDCi engine.

To lower the car’s CO2 rating from 154g/km, Ford has fitted lowered suspension, low-rolling resistance tyres, a diesel particulate filter and made aerodynamic improvements.

ECOnetic prices are £18,245 for the hatchback and £19,495 for the estate.

Topping the range is the Mondeo 2.2 TDCi offering 175bhp and available only in the top Titanium X trim level. CO2 emissions are 165g/km.

Prices will be announced next week.

Ford has said that all S-MAX and Galaxy MPV models will now be fitted with Bluetooth telephony as standard.