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| Ford S-Max | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Ford Europe |
| Production | June 2006 – April 2023[1] |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Large MPV (M) |
| Body style | 5-doorMPV |
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TheFord S-Max (stylized asFord S-MAX) is a mid-sizeMPV that was produced byFord Europe for the European market. A multi-purpose vehicle (MPV), Ford also describes the S-Max as an SAV (sports activity vehicle). Introduced at the2006 Geneva Motor Show, the S-Max went on sale alongside the new generationFord Galaxy in June 2006.
The S-Max was intended to be as sporty as asaloon car, and spacious as an MPV. It drew inspiration from the seven-seater large MPV Galaxy and the compact MPVFord C-Max. The S-Max received many positive reviews and awards, and was votedEuropean Car of the Year 2007 on 13 November 2006. Ford had plans to sell the S-Max in Japan under the then subsidiary brandMazda, but that was no longer viable upon the latter's split.
The S-Max was discontinued in April 2023 alongside the Ford Galaxy without any direct successor.
The S-Max was the first vehicle in Ford's lineup to feature theirKinetic Design styling. The Kinetic Design scheme includes angularheadlights, twin trapezoidalgrilles, and largewheel arches.
It comes with heated front and back windscreens,parking sensors,auxiliary input and dualclimate control as standard. One major selling point of the S-Max is its "Fold Flat System". This design allows the second- and third-row seats to fold seamlessly into the floor, leaving extra storage space. Also, the S-Max's second row has three individual seats, all withISOFIX attachment points.
| First generation | |
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 Ford S-Max (pre-facelift) | |
| Overview | |
| Model code | CD340 |
| Production | June 2006 – 2014 (Belgium) 2007–2009 (China) 2012–2014 (Russia) |
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| Designer | David Hilton |
| Body and chassis | |
| Platform | Ford EUCD platform |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,850 mm (112.2 in) |
| Length | 4,770 mm (187.8 in) |
| Width | 1,885 mm (74.2 in) |
| Height | 1,660 mm (65.4 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,743 kg (3,843 lb) |
For the English speaking markets there are three derivatives of the S-Max: Edge, Zetec, and the high-end Titanium. Ford has stated that around sixty percent of all S-Max buyers choose Titanium specification. Continental trim levels are Trend, Titanium and the top-of-the-line Titanium S.
In March 2008, a 2.2L 175 PS TDCi common rail diesel was added to Titanium series and delivers acceleration from 0-62 mph in 9.0 seconds. In September 2008, the popular 2.0 140 PS TDCi manual engine was offered with a CO2 of 159 g/km. The S-Max Trend debuted in China in 2010. The Trend is basically a normal S-Max, but without the back row of seats. The idea is to make it more affordable, and to give more storage space to people who might want it.
All S-Maxes use versions of theDuratorq orDuratec engines. The S-Max uses a five-speed or six-speed manual transmission, and a six-speed automatic option.
| Engine | Power | Transmission |
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| 1.8 TDCi | 101 PS (101 hp) | 5 Speed Manual |
| 1.8 TDCi | 125 PS (123 hp) | 5 Speed Manual |
| 1.8 TDCi | 125 PS (123 hp) | 6 Speed Manual |
| 2.0 TDCi | 115 PS (113 hp) | 6 Speed Manual |
| 2.0 TDCi | 140 PS (143 hp) | 6 Speed Manual |
| 2.0 | 145 PS (138 hp) | 6 Speed Manual |
| 2.0 145 Flex Fuel | 130 PS (128 hp) | 5 Speed Manual |
| 2.2 TDCi | 175 PS (173 hp) | 6 Speed Manual |
| 2.3 | 160 PS (158 hp) | 6 Speed Automatic |
| 2.5 (shared with theFord Focus ST) | 220 PS (217 hp) | 6 Speed Manual |
New petrol engines for the 2010–2011 models:
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The Ford S-Max incorporates no breakthrough safety features, but it has received a 5-star/36-point (Best in Class) rating from theEuro NCAP.
The safety features include the Intelligent Protection System (IPS), which combines a body structure optimised for strength andcrashworthiness with restraint equipment and driver aids that help avoid an accident and lessen the likelihood of injuries in an impact. It has many modern airbags, including a knee airbag and athorax airbag.
The S-Max also has an advanced neck protection system,three-point seat belts, optimised pre-tensioners, load limiters, anti-submarining seat subframes, a collapsible steering system, and safety pedals. For handling, it has anAnti-Lock Braking System (ABS) along withElectronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) and a standardElectronic Stability Program (ESP) system.
The high performance version Ford S-Max was reviewed onTop Gear (Series 8, Episode 7) against the similar specVauxhall Zafira and theMercedes B200. The S-Max was the most affordable, yet was described as having the best interior and exterior, and being the most comfortable. The presenters,James May andRichard Hammond, also considered it to be the most practical. Overall, they praised the car and declared it to be the best value for money out of the three.[5]
| Second generation | |
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| Overview | |
| Model code | CD539 |
| Production | 2015 – April 2023 |
| Assembly | Spain:Almussafes (Ford Valencia Plant) |
| Designer | Claudio Messale[6] |
| Body and chassis | |
| Platform | Ford CD4 platform |
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| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,850 mm (112.2 in) |
| Length | 4,796–4,804 mm (188.8–189.1 in) |
| Width | 1,916 mm (75.4 in) |
| Height | 1,655–1,684 mm (65.2–66.3 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,645–1,872 kg (3,627–4,127 lb) |
The second generation was first presented at the2014 Paris Motor Show.
After its sibling,Ford Galaxy, was being presented at the2015 Geneva Motor Show, the S-Max went on production in late 2015. It comes with the same engines as the Galaxy, Mondeo and Edge, which consist of one diesel (in four states of tune) and two petrols. The 1.5 SCTi Ecoboost has 160 hp, and the 2.0 SCTi has 240 hp; the latter can only be had with theFord 6F automatic transmission. All the diesels average over 50mpg – the best is the 2.0 TDCi Duratorq 120, which produces 57mpg.
Both the 2.0 TDCi 150 and 180 versions come with either a six-speed manual or the Powershift; the latter can also be specced with AWD. The final model, the Bi-Turbo 2.0 TDCi 210 comes with the Powershift Gearbox only, and hits 0 to 62 in under nine seconds. The trim levels are similar to any Ford, and mirror those found in the Galaxy,Mondeo andEdge, including Zetec, Titanium and Titanium Sport; also an executive spec Vignale is available.
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In 2019 the facelifted S-Max was revealed. No petrol-engined model was offered, the only engines being various tunings of the 2.0L EcoBlue diesel.
In 2021, allICE options were dropped and replaced with a 2.5L petrol hybrid system outputting 190 PS (140 kW; 187 bhp).
Production of the S-Max ended in April 2023 due to sharply declining sales in the MPV segment and Ford's shift towards crossovers, SUVs and electrified vehicles.
| Model | Year(s) | Displacement | Fuel type | Power | Torque | 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) | CO2 Emissions |
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| 1.5 EcoBoost 160HP | 2015–2018 | 1,498 cc (91.4 cu in) | Petrol | 159 PS (117 kW; 157 bhp) | 240 N⋅m (177 ft⋅lbf) | 9.9 s | 149 g/km |
| 2.0 EcoBoost 240HP Auto | 2015–2018 | 1,999 cc (122.0 cu in) | Petrol | 241 PS (177 kW; 238 bhp) | 345 N⋅m (254 ft⋅lbf) | 8.4 s | 174 g/km |
| 2.5 Duratec Hybrid (HEV) | 2021–2023 | 2,490 cc (151.9 cu in) | Hybrid | 190 PS (140 kW; 187 bhp) | 200 N⋅m (148 ft⋅lbf) | 9.8 s | 146-150 g/km |
| Model | Year(s) | Displacement | Fuel type | Power | Torque | 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) | CO2 Emissions |
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| 2.0 TDCi 120HP | 2015– | 1,997 cc (121.9 cu in) | Diesel | 120 PS (88 kW; 118 bhp) | 310 N⋅m (229 ft⋅lbf) | 13.4 s | 129 g/km |
| 2.0 TDCi 150HP | 2015– | 1,997 cc (121.9 cu in) | Diesel | 150 PS (110 kW; 148 bhp) | 350 N⋅m (258 ft⋅lbf) | 10.8 s | 129 g/km |
| 2.0 EcoBlue TDCi 150HP PowerShift | 2015– 2019–2020 | 1,997 cc (121.9 cu in) | Diesel | 150 PS (110 kW; 148 bhp) | 350 N⋅m (258 ft⋅lbf) | 10.8 s | 139 g/km |
| 2.0 EcoBlue TDCi 150HP AWD | 2015– 2019–2020 | 1,997 cc (121.9 cu in) | Diesel | 150 PS (110 kW; 148 bhp) | 350 N⋅m (258 ft⋅lbf) | 12.1 s | 139 g/km |
| 2.0 EcoBlue TDCi 180HP | 2015–2019 2019–2020 | 1,997 cc (121.9 cu in) | Diesel | 179 PS (132 kW; 177 bhp) | 400 N⋅m (295 ft⋅lbf) | 9.7 s | 129 g/km |
| 2.0 EcoBlue TDCi 180HP PowerShift | 2015–2019 2019–2020 | 1,997 cc (121.9 cu in) | Diesel | 179 PS (132 kW; 177 bhp) | 400 N⋅m (295 ft⋅lbf) | 9.5 s | 139 g/km |
| 2.0 EcoBlue TDCi 180HP AWD PowerShift | 2015–2019 2019–2020 | 1,997 cc (121.9 cu in) | Diesel | 179 PS (132 kW; 177 bhp) | 400 N⋅m (295 ft⋅lbf) | 10.5 s | 149 g/km |
| 2.0 EcoBlue TDCi Bi-turbo 210HP PowerShift | 2019–2020 | 1,997 cc (121.9 cu in) | Diesel | 209 PS (154 kW; 206 bhp) | 450 N⋅m (332 ft⋅lbf) | 8.8 s | 144 g/km |
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