The third-generation Mondeo was introduced in late 2006. Based on the EUCD platform developed with Volvo, the platform was the same as that used in the new large MPVs Galaxy and S-MAX. As with the previous model, the Mk IV Mondeo was not marketed in the United States or Canada.

Vehicles can be based on a resistive or CAN protocol. The easiest way to confirm is to remove the factory radio and check if the harness has a 12v ignition feed included.