Ford X Max. An exemplary family man: the disadvantages of a used Ford S-Max. Competitors have grown in size

S-MAX has a 5 star safety rating information of Euro NCAP, and already in the “base” at least 7 according to darling. Play in the steering rack rarely occursbefore 150 thousand km.The hub bearings are no less durable.Ground clearance is frankly small (less than 140 mm) -You can't do without motor protection.

Externally, the twin brothers really make an impression different cars. Galaxy is a classic minivan, with a high ceiling and a spacious 7-seater saloon. But its practicality and convenience are appreciated not only by exemplary family men, but also by manycompany owners: it is very easy to run into “corporate” vehicles, so it is better not to skimp on high-quality diagnostics in order to verify the veracity of the odometer readings. The S-Max is unlikely to be used for transporting personnel: both the design and the character of the minivan on the highway are among the most adventurous in its class. But appearances are deceiving. The S-Max, by and large, differs from its older brother only in the roof lowered by 69 mm and a different body plumage: with similar dimensions and curb weight, the designers managed to make the silhouette of this minivan much more rapid. True, such beauty was a bit to the detriment of the third row of seats: it was available only as an option, and there was more space due to the low roof and the lack of adjustable slidesThere are far fewer seats here. Otherwise, the cars are extremely close.

ENGINES

The choice of engines on the secondary market comes down mainly to gasoline units: in the first couple of years of production, two turbodiesels 1.8 liters (125 hp) and 2.0 liters (140 hp) were offered, but due to low demand There are relatively few such configurations on the secondary market. The engines, which are well known to us from other Ford models, are generally reliable, but traditionally do not like low-quality diesel fuel, which causes damage to expensive injectors, fuel rails, Injection pump... Choosing the most common 2-liter gasoline unit(145 hp), the chance of running into trouble is much less.


Volvo turbo engine (2.5 l, 220 hp)turned out to be quite reliable. In 2010after the restyling of the models it will be replaced2-liter EcoBoost series engines arrived(203 hp and 240 hp).

But even with it there are mistakes: the hydraulic chain tensioner does not likestarvation of oil, and the catalyst may fail due to bad gasoline(V in rare cases particles falling off it can get into the engine, damaging the parts of the cylinder-piston group). Smaller typical failures include the engine hydraulic mount dying between 100 and 150 thousand km, as well as not the most reliable ignition coils. Symptoms of the last malfunction are unstable engine operation, which is especially noticeable on Idling. The more powerful 2.3-liter engine (160 hp) is by and large reliable, although it sometimes suffers from oil leaks due to a leaky housing oil filter(the fault was eliminated on restyled models of 2010). A more powerful 5-cylinder turbo engine (2.5 l, 220 hp) was available only for the S-Max. A motor well known from Volvo cars and the charged Focus ST, gives the S-Max an enviable temperament.


which is not cheap

True, you will still have to pay attention to it, albeit on little things: in winter, due to deposits and condensation, the crankcase ventilation system often becomes clogged, which can lead to squeezing out the seals. Therefore, cleaning the system will not harm. It would also be a good idea to flush the variable valve timing system (CVVT) valve - a clogged valve may cause extraneous diesel sounds.

TRANSMISSION

Gasoline and diesel engines were equipped with 5- and 6-speed gearboxes mechanical boxes, which are quite reliable in themselves. And although the oil in them is designed for the entire service life, most experts agree that it is better to change it every 90-100 thousand km - it certainly won’t get any worse. But the dual-mass flywheel, which is equipped with manual cars, can cause trouble. You definitely won’t confuse its malfunction with anything: vibrations begin to annoy, which are accompanied by a characteristic rattling sound from the depths of the engine compartment. space. arise extraneous knocks They can be either 20 or 90 thousand km away - it depends on your driving style and the time spent in traffic jams. In principle, you can drive with this for more than tens of thousands of km, but it is better not to delay it: at one point, the flywheel springs may crumble, damaging other components. And repairs are already expensive: replacing a basket with a flywheel will cost at least 40 thousand rubles. along with work. Automatic Aisin, which until 2010 was installed on 2.3-liter gasoline engines and turbodieselswith a volume of 2 liters, perhaps, will cause less trouble, especially if the main habitat is a metropolis. At normal use and with timely oil changes (every 90–100 thousand km), the gearbox will travel more than 250 thousand km without problems.


On cars with “mechanics” it is possible toProblems with dual-mass flywheel, repairwhich is not cheap.underway - “dead” engine hydraulic mount.The suspension is generally reliable - before 100 thousand km is unlikely to disturb

SUSPENSION AND CHASSIS

The chassis of minivans, although identical, is still different: in the S-Max, the springs, shock absorbers and silent blocks are tuned in a more sporty manner, which could possibly lead to a slightly earlier failure of chassis parts. Of course, a lot depends on operating conditions: strut bearings can wear out both at 70 thousand km and at twice the higher mileage. But according to statistics, more or less serious malfunctions can be expected sooner after 100 thousand km (sometimes during this time they do not interfere with the design at all). Bushings and stabilizer struts, shock absorbers, and steering tips are unlikely to be bothered before this mileage. But closer to 150 thousand km, you may have to change the hub bearings with ball joints, and play in the steering wheel may hint at an upcoming repair of the rack.


The main cause of vibrations at idleunderway - “dead” engine hydraulic mount

BODY, ELECTRICAL AND INTERIOR

The safety of the Galaxy and S-Max fully complies with European standards (5 stars Euro NCAP), and the iron is pleased with its excellent resistance to corrosion: even in places where the paint has been worn down to metal, rust does not occur (provided that the part has not been repaired). But some wiring elements cannot withstand our winters. For example, wiring harnesses going to parking sensors canrot away. The heating wires for the injectors (few cars can boast of this option) also sometimes break, but from a break.


Years Russian exploitation The interior of minivans generally holds up well, but this does not apply to all finishing elements. Most of the plastic, unless the car has been used as a truck, retains a good appearance, but the paint can peel off fairly quickly from the erasers and buttons located on the center console. Also, due to frequent contact, the steering wheel loses its original appearance.


All Galaxy were equipped with a spacious 7-seatlarge interior, but in the S-Max there is a third row of seatswas optional and tighter

"Silver" inserts and center buttonsnew consoles wear out after a couple of years operation

pros

Excellent chassis, reliable units, corrosion-resistant metal body, spacious convertible interior, developed spare parts and service market

Minuses

Low ground clearance, possible problems with the dual-mass flywheel (for models with manual transmission), poor-quality coating of some interior parts, lack of a niche for a spare tire






After restyling (2010) Galaxy is almost has not changed, which cannot be said about the S-Max:new head optics and other body plumagemade his appearance even more aggressive

VERDICT

Galaxy is a true family car, combining the space of a minibus and a balanced character passenger car. but with a similar price, “S-Max” on the secondary market are one and a half times more, which is not at all surprising: without losing much in functionality, the S-Max has collected values ​​that are alien to representatives of its class - a spectacular design, an exciting chassis and excellent dynamics. As time has shown, both minivans cope well with Russian conditions.

COST, rub. ORIGINAL spare parts NON-ORIGINAL spare parts JOB
Spark plugs (4 pcs.) 1600 1000 600
Ignition coils (4 pcs.) 10 000 2000 600
Fuel pump 20 000 110 000 1500
Brake discs/pads 2900/3600 1600/900 1700/750
Hub assembly with bearing 12 000 5600 1400
Spherical bearing 1800 700 950
Stabilizer struts (2 pcs., front) 2600 800 650
Shock absorbers (2 pcs., front) 10 200 4000 2100
Flywheel + clutch 20 000 + 15 000 15 000 + 10 000 7000
Hood 12 000 5000 1200
Bumper 13 000 6500 1500
Wing 7000 2000 1000
Headlight 8000 3800 400
Windshield 8000 4800 2000

Large reliable family car. If you don't take into account executive limousines - absolutely the most spacious salon of all cars. Huge trunk. Three identical seats in the second row with individual adjustment. Common and affordable consumables and spare parts (everything from Mondeo). Lightweight stability and handling. Gasoline consumption: 10 liters in the city and 8.5 on the highway.

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Ford S-MAX, 2008

Ford S-MAX is a wonderful car. One of the advantages is the moderate gasoline consumption of 10-11/100, and this is with fairly active driving. The dynamics are excellent. As for sound insulation, it is 5-star. The seats inside are like in a bus, the seats are comfortable (especially the lateral supports). Interior will give odds even to many new cars. As for service, spare parts are inexpensive and labor is also inexpensive. Also, as an advantage, you can write down the absence of a timing belt (it costs a CHAIN), but its service life is at least 300 thousand km (this is according to the passport), so problems with replacing the timing belt can be discarded immediately (and, accordingly, costs). IN general car super!!!

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Ford S-MAX, 2009

Ford S-MAX - beautiful car, spacious. Easy handling, a woman can ride freely. Spacious trunk. Not expensive maintenance, oil change with filters - around 6 thousand. Advantages of the car: Economical, consumption of 6 liters per 100 km of diesel. I didn't notice any cons. Ford S-MAX is worth taking.

In mid-September 2014, the American Ford company held an official online presentation of the minivan S-Max new, the second generation, and already next month visitors to the Paris Auto Show were able to see the car in reality.

As a result of the reincarnation, the one-volume vehicle received a facelift, a completely redesigned interior, a number of new functions and a thoroughly redesigned technical part.

The appearance of the second generation Ford S-Max is imbued with attractiveness and charisma, and its distinctive feature is a “shark” front with an evil look of head optics and the “mouth” of a trapezoidal radiator grille “a la Aston Martin”. A bold and stately profile with a heavily sloping A-pillar and an aggressive rear with LED lights and a pair of pipes exhaust system give the appearance of the car solidity and dynamism.

The “American” single-volume truck has enough large sizes body: 4796 mm long, 1658 mm high and 1916 mm wide. Wheelbase The Ford S-Max fits into the 2849 mm gap, but ground clearance modest in size - only 128 mm.

The “inner world” of the 2nd generation minivan is significantly less striking than its appearance, although modern solutions not deprived: analog-digital “instrumentation”, multifunctional steering wheel and a visually heavy, unlaconic center console with an 8-inch “TV” and controls for “music” and “climate”.

The main advantage of the “American” is its well-organized interior. The seats of the first row are equipped with an anatomical profile and wide ranges settings, and in the back there are three separate seats with individual adjustments. An optional two-seater “gallery” is offered for the car, however, only children can sit comfortably in it.

Volume luggage compartment The 2nd generation Ford S-Max has 285 liters in a seven-seat configuration and 965 liters in a five-seat configuration. The seats in the two rear rows are electrically folded flat to the floor, increasing maximum capacity to 2,020 litres. In the underground “hold” there is a “defective” spare wheel and a repair kit.

Specifications. The “second” Ford S-Max is available with six powertrain options:

  • The gasoline part includes “direct” four-cylinder engines with a 16-valve timing belt and turbocharging.
    • The basic 1.5-liter unit produces 160 “horses” at 6000 rpm and 240 Nm of torque at 1500-4500 rpm.
    • Its “bigger brother” has a displacement of 2.0 liters, and its output is 240 forces at 5400 rpm and 345 Nm of thrust at 2300-4900 rpm.

    The “duet” with the engines is formed by six-speed gearboxes – “mechanical” or “automatic”, delivering all the potential to the wheels of the front axle. Sprint up to 100 km/h family minivan overcomes after 8.4-9.9 seconds, accelerating to a maximum of 200-226 km/h. In mixed driving mode, the car needs an average of 6.5-7.9 liters of fuel per “hundred”, depending on the modification.

  • "Solid fuel" four cylinder engine With direct injection and one turbocharger, but it is available in four boost levels. With a displacement of 2.0 liters, the diesel engine generates 120, 150, 180 or 210 horsepower at 3500 rpm in all cases and 310, 350, 400 and 450 Nm of torque, respectively. In the “junior” version, the peak potential is realized at 1750-2000 rpm, and in the rest - at 2000-2500 rpm.
    Diesel units are combined with a 6-speed manual transmission or a 6-speed PowerShift preselective robot with two clutches and a front-wheel drive transmission. As an option, the single-volume truck is equipped with an “intelligent” system of connected all-wheel drive. The maximum speed of the minivan is 183-211 km/h, and the first “hundred” is exchanged in 8.8-13.4 seconds. In this case, little diesel fuel is consumed - only 5-5.8 liters in mixed mode.

Second Ford generation The S-Max is built on a front-wheel drive CD4 platform with independent suspension on both axles: McPherson struts at the front and an “integral” multi-link design at the rear. The car uses an adaptive steering mechanism with electric power steering, which changes depending on the driving speed. gear ratio, And disc brakes four wheels with a whole range of modern features - ABS with EBD, Brake Assist and ESP.

Options and prices. In the European market, the Ford S-Max 2015 model year is sold at a price of 30,150 euros for the basic configuration.
By default, the car is equipped with front and side airbags, an audio system, ABS with EBD, ESP, a dual-zone climate control system, a multifunction steering wheel, sports front seats, a start/stop system and much other equipment.

The official introduction to the second generation of the Ford S-Max minivan took place as part of Paris Motor Show in the fall of 2014. The design of the new product turned out to be quite stylish; the body lines completely repeated the idea of ​​the S-Max Concept prototype.

New Ford S-Max 2015-2016

But Ford engineers did not limit themselves to external attractiveness and implemented a large number of modern technological solutions. Thus, the 2015-2016 model will be able to offer the future owner a choice of four diesel power units (120 hp, 150 hp, 180 hp, 210 hp) and two gasoline (160 hp). hp and 240 hp). The minivan will be optionally equipped with one of three available gearboxes: 6 manual transmissions, 6 automatic transmissions, 6 DSG PowerShift. Maximizing possibilities updated Ford S-Max, the manufacturer offers an Intelligent All-Wheel Drive all-wheel drive system as an option.

Price Ford S Max 2015-2016

The start of sales of the second generation is planned for the summer of 2015, although we are talking about automotive market Europe. The minimum cost of the new product will be 30,150 Euros, this is if you choose the basic Trend configuration, equipped with a 1.5-liter Ecoboost gasoline engine, front wheel drive And manual transmission. Price Titanium version with 2.0-liter TDCI diesel engine, plug-in all-wheel drive system AWD drive and gearbox 6 DSG will be from 40,750 Euros. The Ford S-Max will reach Russian consumers only by the fall of 2015, and price basic configuration with minimum set options will amount to 2,000,000 rubles.

Updated Ford S-Max 2015-2016

Creating an attractive exterior design, the manufacturer followed three basic principles.

The first is the recognition of the second generation, which is ensured by the preservation of corporate lines and design proportions. The first generation of the model is quite popular, so drastic changes could only do harm.

The second is a more modern creation appearance by giving the S-Max a more sporty and exciting look.

And the third is compliance with the features inherent in the entire line of Ford models. Here the designers had to look up to the seventh generation, latest version the most popular and using the same platform Ford Mondeo MK 5. After all the research, it was presented to the public seven-seater Ford S-Max Concept, which received the most flattering reviews. Further work on the “serial” was carried out in accordance with the prototype, although some design elements were omitted.

Appearance of Ford S-Max 2015-2016

By using official photos You can get acquainted with the design of the American minivan in more detail. The front part of the body meets with a signature sculpted nose, formed by a false radiator grille recognizable in other models of the line. It is finished with chrome, which gives the neat lintels a unique shine. The front part of the car is supported from below by a massive bumper, on which an additional air intake section and fog lights are organically located.

Ford ES Max 2015-2016, front view

The idea of ​​​​creating a recognizable, but updated design is continued by a hood trimmed with stampings and ribs, refined front fenders and stuffed with technology. adaptive headlights Ford Dynamic LED headlight.
But when examining the S-Max 2015-2016 from the side, it becomes clear that Ford decided to destroy the stereotypes that have accompanied minivan class models all this time. They equipped their model with compact body overhangs, a short hood, a striking stylish domed roof, massive doors with a high sill line, above which small windows are inscribed. Large models continue the sporty style wheel arches and frankly small food.

Ford ES Max 2015-2016, side view

The rear of the Ford S-Max 2015-2016 model year is greeted with neat side lights with LED filling, massive back door with a small glazing area above which a spoiler is installed. Rear bumper, similar to the front one, has impressive dimensions, and the integrated pipe nozzles exhaust system and diffuser give it a structured appearance.
You will be pleasantly surprised by the wide range of available alloy wheels - there are seven options. There are basic 17-inch, optional 18-inch, and even top-end 19-inch wheels. Available tires will be 235/55R17, 235/55R18 and 245/55R19.

New Ford S Max 2015-2016

Interior and equipment Ford S Max 2015-2016

The basic version of the model will offer the usual five-seater interior, with two-row seating. If this is not enough, then by paying an additional 950 Euros, you can get a third row of seats that can accommodate two additional passengers. The interior of the Es-Max 2015-2016 looks quite modern. When finishing it, only high-quality materials were used to ensure the interior ergonomics, comfort and practicality. Behind last characteristic The interior is transformable in various positions and the luggage compartment is predictably large in size.

Panel Ford devices S-Max 2015-2016

Despite all the innovations, the minivan from Ford remained pleasant family car. Although for an additional fee you can “stuff it” with the most modern options, which are usually found in cars of this family, let us remind you that the direct competitor of the year has recently been updated.
S-Max 2015-2016 has a multifunctional dashboard, on which there is a 10-inch color screen. An 8-inch color touch screen is installed slightly to the side multimedia system Ford Sync 2. Front row seats have electric drive adjustments, heated ventilation and even a massage function. Comfort will also be provided by three-zone climate control with a separate control unit for rear-row passengers, and functionality will be provided by electric folding of the second and third rows of seats and doors. luggage compartment and a system for contactless trunk opening with a wave of your foot under the rear bumper.

Interior, rear row of seats Ford ES Max 2015-2016

In addition, Ford offers a heated steering wheel, leather trim, adaptive cruise control, panoramic roof with sunroof, front and rear parking sensors, assistant perpendicular and parallel parking, a system for monitoring objects in blind spots, monitoring road signs.

Technical specifications Ford S Max 2015-2016

The second generation of the minivan is built on the CD4 platform, which is familiar to car enthusiasts from the Ford Edge models. She offers completely independent suspension with MacPherson struts at the front and a multi-link arrangement at the rear. Controllability will be ensured by the addition of the Adaptive Front Steering system. electric amplifier steering wheel, disc brakes on both pairs of wheels, ABS systems, EBD, ESP, BAS, Hill Start Assist. The basic version will receive drive only on the front pair of wheels, but versions with diesel power units with a capacity of 150 and 180 hp. can count on a plug-in all-wheel drive system.
Ruler power units consists of two petrol and four diesel versions.

Engine of the new Ford S-Marc 2015-2016

Gasoline engines Ecoboost presented:

  1. 1.5-liter 160 horsepower engine;
  2. and a 2.0-liter 240 horsepower engine.

The first version is capable of reaching a speed of 100 km/h in just 9.9 seconds, working together with a 6-speed manual transmission. The maximum available speed is 200 km/h and the torque is 240 Nm.

The second version will reach the first “hundred” in 8.4 seconds, and the maximum speed will be 226 km/h. Working in tandem with a 6-speed automatic transmission, the engine will consume 7.9 liters of gasoline per day. mixed cycle, versus 6.5 liters for the 1.5-liter version.
Diesel engines:

  1. The youngest diesel engine– The 2.0-liter TDCI is capable of producing 120 hp. power and accelerate the car to 100 km/h in 13.4 seconds. The maximum speed will be 183 km/h, and fuel consumption will be 5.0 liters.
  2. The next oldest version, the 2.0-liter 150-horsepower TDCI, will be paired with a 6-speed manual transmission, like its predecessor, and also with 6 DSG. The first “hundred” will be achieved in 10.8 seconds, fuel consumption will be from 5.0 to 5.4 liters, depending on the type of gearbox chosen.
  3. Third in strength diesel engine The 2.0-liter 180-horsepower TDCI will be able to accelerate to 100 km/h in 9.7 or 9.5 seconds with a 6-speed manual transmission or 6DSG. The maximum speed will increase to 211 km/h, and the consumption will be similar to the previous version.
  4. The most powerful diesel engine is a 2.0-liter 210-horsepower TDCI Bi-Turbo, which will be combined exclusively with 6 DSG PowerShift. It will provide the car with acceleration to 100 km/h in 8.8 seconds and a top speed of 218 km/h. Consumption will remain quite modest - only 5.5 liters of diesel.
    Regardless of the type of power unit chosen, the owner can count on the Auto system Start Stop. You will be pleasantly surprised by the presence Smart systems Regenerative Charging. Both systems can significantly save fuel and reduce harmful emissions into the atmosphere.

Video of the new Ford S-Max 2015-2016:

Photo of the updated Ford S-Max 2015-2016:

Ford S-Max minivan debuted at Geneva Motor Show in 2006 year. The machine is designed on a platform Ford models Galaxy latest generation. But at the same time, the car is designed for a younger audience, and therefore has more compact dimensions. In the basic version, the car is equipped with five seats with the possibility of transforming the interior as in Ford Galaxy. At the buyer's request, the car can be equipped with two additional seats. The Ford S-Max can carry cargo up to 1.8 meters long. The car is produced at a plant in Genk, Belgium. In 2007 the car was recognized the best car year in Europe. In 2008, the Ford S-Max took first place in European sales large minivans. The share of its sales was 27% of all cars sold. The line of power units is represented by a base 2-liter engine with a capacity of 145 horsepower and a 2-liter turbodiesel with a capacity of 140 horsepower. In addition, a new 220-horsepower engine with a displacement of 2.5 liters can be installed under the hood. The same engine is used in the Ford Focus ST. The Ford S-Max comes in three trim levels: Core, Trend and Titanium.

Ford S-Max 2010 is a restyling of the popular first-generation family compact van, produced since 2006. It is positioned by the manufacturer as a car for people with an active lifestyle, shares a platform with the Ford Galaxy and is offered in 5 and 7-seater versions. For the most part, the changes that occurred affected appearance And Ford interior The 2010 S-Max, however, was not without technical improvements. In particular, the Ford S-Max 2010 received an economical and environmentally friendly EcoBoost gasoline engine with a volume of 2 liters and a power of 203 hp, which is installed in a set with a 6-speed PowerShift automatic transmission. The 2-liter Duratorq diesel engine has also been improved, which now meets Euro 5 standards. The practicality of the minivan has remained unchanged high level: Ford salon The 2010 S-Max can be transformed into more than 30 different variations, allowing you to comfortably accommodate both passengers and cargo. The manufacturer also took care of expanding the range additional equipment. Now buyers of the 2010 Ford S-Max have optional access to a blind spot monitoring system, a Premium Sound multimedia system, LED lights interior and many other pleasant additions.

Technical characteristics of Ford S-Max

minivan

  • width 1,884mm
  • length 4 801mm
  • height 1,620mm
  • ground clearance 151mm
  • seats 7
Engine Name Price Fuel Drive unit Consumption Up to a hundred
2.0 TDCi 6MT
(140 hp)
trend ≈1,162,000 rub. DT Front 5 / 7,7 10.2 s
2.0 TDCi 6MT
(140 hp)
titanium ≈1,224,000 rub. DT Front 5 / 7,7 10.2 s
2.0 TDCi 6AT
(140 hp)
trend ≈1,240,000 rub. DT Front 5,7 / 9,7 11.6 s
2.0 TDCi 6AT
(140 hp)
titanium ≈1,302,000 rub. DT Front 5,7 / 9,7 11.6 s
2.0 5MT
(145 hp)
trend ≈1,022,000 rub. AI-95 Front 6,4 / 11,3 10.9 s
2.0 5MT
(145 hp)
titanium ≈1,084,000 rub. AI-95 Front 6,4 / 11,3 10.9 s
2.3 6AT
(161 hp)
trend ≈1,137,000 rub. AI-95 Front 7,4 / 13,7 11.2 s
2.3 6AT
(161 hp)
titanium ≈1,199,000 rub. AI-95 Front 7,4 / 13,7 11.2 s
2.3 6AT
(161 hp)
sport ≈1,326,000 rub. AI-95 Front 7,4 / 13,7 11.2 s
2.0 EcoBoost AT6
(199 hp)
titanium ≈1,298,000 rub. AI-95 Front 6,4 / 11 8.5 s
2.0 EcoBoost AT6
(199 hp)
sport ≈1,425,000 rub. AI-95 Front 6,4 / 11 8.5 s
2.0 EcoBoost 6AT
(240 hp)
sport ≈1,473,000 rub. AI-95 Front 6,5 / 11,5 7.9 s

Generations

Test drives Ford S-Max

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Test drive March 21, 2013 All inclusive

The S-Max was born six years ago and since then has undergone changes mainly technical nature. At the same time, it still ranks second in the list of the most popular minivans in Russia. In first place is its “relative” – Ford Galaxy.

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Secondary market December 02, 2010 Ford S-MAX 2007 model year(Ford S-Max 2007 model year)

There are cars that are small, fast and maneuverable, like torpedo boats. There are cars that are huge, impressive and clumsy, like battleships. And the Ford S-MAX cruiser. A real cruiser, perfectly suited for fast cruising at any distance, in any weather, with any load.

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Kindred Souls (S-Max 2.0 EcoBoost SCTi) Test Drive

At the beginning of summer Russian market Two updated minivans from Ford, “S-Max” and “Galaxy,” will be released. The cars acquired new engines and robotic transmissions and were significantly “freshened up.” IN technically they remained close relatives, but in terms of consumer perception they tried to separate them as much as possible into different corners.

Transcontinental express trains (S-Max 2.5; Galaxy TDCI 2.0) Test Drive

A small jet plane stands helplessly at the passenger terminal of the airport in Seville, Spain. The squatting mechanics were gesticulating for a long time about something, from time to time looking into the bowels of the front landing gear. The problem did not seem to be solved overnight. And as confirmation of my thoughts, the inscription flashing on the board in the waiting room that the charter flight Seville Warsaw - Moscow was delayed was replaced by a categorical statement “cancelled”. It's a pity, but I was so hoping to be home today. Alas, not fate. Just throw all your things into the voluminous trunk of one of the new Ford minivans, it doesn’t matter whether it’s a squat S-Max or a more traditional Galaxy, gather a group of six fellow travelers and take it straight to Moscow. Moreover, these cars seem to be created for long, rapid travel by a large and friendly team.