S-Max – Automobiles Review

2015 Ford S-Max MPV

While it’s good looking from the outside its pretty stylish from the inside. The Ford S-Max is based mainly on the Galaxy, so it is seven seats standard. Although it’s a little bit shorter and lower. S-Max remains a deeply practical family car. Like the Galaxy, there is plenty of headroom and legroom. The flat floor allows 3 adults to easily fit inside. Each chair is equipped with ISOFIX point for child car seats and can move forward or backwards and recline independently of one another. You also get another 3 seats in the third tier seating. Even if all seats are used, there is still plenty of luggage space in the trunk around 285 litres, with a nice loading bay. Thanks to the fold flat seating system with you can also get an impression of a van, and the bootspace then becomes 2000 litres.

The cabin is noise isolated. Theres plenty of pracfticality in the front side as well. The car has a lot of cup holders in the front side as well as in the rear side, a spacious glove box, and the door bends provide more enough space to fir in various things. There is a lot of soft touch material inside the cabin. Sound equipment is impressive as well. All cars get Bluetooth for your mobile phone, dual zone climate control, and all-round parking sensors with lots of safety kits as well, along with an airbag next to the driver’s knee. The panoramic view is a nice addition as well.

The length of the car is 4870 mm. The wrap-around tail lights, the 18-inch alloys and even a daytime running LED front lights help to create a surprisingly stylish design of the car. The S-Max has a fantastic body control and smooth handling. The massive expansive glass allows amximum visibility. The S-Max handles way better than any other MPV.

The MPV is expected to be offered with a four-wheel-drive for the first time.The Ford S-Max MPV will come out with a118 bhp (80 kW) 2.0-liter TDCI diesel engine with a six-speed manual transmission. The more powerful 148 bhp (110 kW) and 177 bhp (132 kW) versions of the same unit will be available with either a six-speed manual or a dual-clutch automatic transmission.

The petrol engines are the new 1.5-liter EcoBoost with 158 bhp (118 kW) and the 237 bhp (177 kW) 2.0-liter EcoBoost.

What I don’t like about the Ford S-Max MPV is that if you need to carry 6 passengers regularly, you would be better off with a more “boxy” MPV because the rear sets are so low that it feels like you are sitting on the floor.

Sales of the model will start from summer of 2015 and is priced at around 30,000 EUR (24,000 pounds).

Source: Ford

September 15, 2014

Ford Reveals S-MAX Vignale Concept

Ford S-MAX Vignale Concept has been unveiled today in Milan. The new model follows the introduction of the Ford Mondeo Vignale Concept and just like it expresses the premium design, craftsmanship, and exclusivity. In addition, Ford also announced that a production version of the Mondeo Vignale will be available to customers next year followed by a production S-MAX Vignale.

S-MAX Vignale Concept runs on 21-inch Vignale alloy wheels with fine detailing and high quality finish. The car also boasts jewellery-like appliques and chrome mirror caps, distinctive hexagonal Vignale grille design; and unique “Milano Grigio” paint colour.

The car is decided in “Milano Grigio” paint finish, while Dark Rose Grey detailing is to be found in the exhausts, hexagonal air-vent surrounds, and the lower front fascia. The grille features a darker matt metallic finish with polished aluminium surround.

Inside, Vignale-embossed seating with hexagonal quilting and high-quality and soft-touch leather enhanced with woven texture-embossed aluminium detailing is present. Some of the technology highlights include advanced car-to-car communications, tablet device-docking stations for second row seats and an intelligent flexible seating concept with thin seat technology.

Leather extends from the dashboard and instrument panel to sweep past the glass roof to the rear luggage compartment in a single colour that creates a lounge-like environment. The seats feature quilting effect which we have first seen in the Mondeo Vignale Concept.

Source: Ford

April 8, 2014

Ford S-MAX Concept Offers Sharp Design And Advanced Technologies

Ford S-MAX Concept is a new sport activity vehicle which has just been revealed. It is a refined version of the popular current S-MAX and it takes its characteristics to new levels delivering sharper design, many advanced technologies and high-end craftsmanship.

The new concept is created according to the latest Ford global design philosophy and includes a high mounted grille, swept-back headlamps and a one-of-a-kind new lower fascia. The profile of the vehicle features a front bonnet which sweeps effortlessly into the sharply raked front screen, which in turn flows into the dynamic arc of the roof.

In addition, the stance of the car is further emphasized by its sculptured muscular shoulders, and distinctive headlamps which include Organic LEDs. They are the latest development in lighting and offer better flexibility, fast response and colour range.

Inside the vehicle is offered a versatile interior which can be used from four to seven people. In fact, the interior expresses new design and delivers more convenience, connectivity and flexibility.

The front cabin includes dynamic shapes and forms which are fully visible through the high-set instrument panel in the centre console, while the innovative interior roof design optimizes the feeling of spaciousness. Throughout the interior are utilized high quality materials such as ultra-soft leather wrap for the instrument panel, and leather and carbon fibre detailing for the sculptured seats.

Other highlights here are in terms of the technology included. Ford SYNC system sits at the heart of the vehicle’s advanced connectivity features. It uses MyFord Touch which delivers wireless internet access and is supported by a tablet docking station. Next, the SYNC AppLink enables the driver to voice-control smart phone applications.

Communication and sensor systems on the other hand provide the Ford S-MAX Concept with detailed information about the driving environment. For instance, here are available the Ford’s advanced car-to-car communications technology, Ford Intelligent Protection System with Pre-Collision Assist, advanced version of Active Park Assist and Cross Traffic Alert. In the interior are also offered a range of smart solutions such as Thin Seat Technology and Dual-View Display.

Under the hood of this model is positioned the all-new 1.5-litre EcoBoost petrol engine with turbocharging, twin-independent variable camshaft timing. It also features advanced technologies which enhance the power and fuel economy of the car.

Source: Ford

August 28, 2013

Superchips Ford S-MAX 2.0 Ecoboost

Superchips Ltd has developed another performance package for the latest Ford S-Max with 2.0 liter direct injected turbocharged Ecoboost engine.

The ECU re-map boosts the 2.0 litre petrol engine with 40BHP at 5648RPM and 67Nm at just 2065RPM. With all that new power, the family vehicle is even more friendly to drive than before. Furthermore, the exceptional mileage is unchanged – 35 mpg on combined cycle. So despite the performance increase produced by the upgrade, if a Superchips remapped S-MAX is driven in a “like for like” manner, fuel consumption will not be adversely affected.

Customers will get a full Service Guarantee and an industry-leading 12 month / 30 000 supplementary full vehicle warranty.

The performance upgrade is suitable for all Ford S-MAX 2.0-litre, 203 PS Ecoboost models produced from March 2010 onwards. The result is 243PS and 367Nm of torque. The price is £455.00, so don’t compromise, optimise.

Superchips Ford S-MAX 2.0-litre Ecoboost

Source: Superchips

May 9, 2011

2010 Brussels Motor Show Debut For New Ford S-Max And New Ford Galax

Ford of Europe will unveil new versions of its top-selling S-MAX and Galaxy at the 2010 Brussels Show on January 13. With fresh designs, they feature new interior materials and features, a range of more efficient powertrains and a host of driver focused technologies aimed at improving safety and comfort.

The 2010 S-MAX and Galaxy models kick off an exciting year for new product introductions from Ford of Europe. (more…)

December 16, 2009

Ford Galaxy And S-Max: No.1 For Reliability According To DEKRA

Ford of Europe’s latest generation of Multi-Activity Vehicles have convinced the German vehicle testing agency DEKRA e.V. In DEKRA’s latest ‘Failure Report 2009’, the Ford Galaxy and S-MAX models not only prove their reliability by winning in their group with up to 50,000 km mileage, but gain additional recognition for being vehicles with the lowest overall failure rate in the DEKRA vehicle certificate tests in Germany. (more…)

December 18, 2008

Ford Hits Vital Co2 Targets

Ford’s latest C-MAX MPV delivers the lowest CO₂ emissions in its segment. Engineering developments to Ford C-MAX 1.6 TDCi models have resulted in emissions of just 119g/km of CO₂.

As a result vehicle excise duty (VED) for these models reduces immediately from £120 to £35. There will be a further reduction to £30 from April 2009, when new VED bands come into force. The official European Drive Cycle combined fuel consumption figure for these models is improved to 62.8mpg*. (more…)

December 8, 2008

Loder1899 S-Max Oktoberfest Playmate

Munich´s Anna Scharl this years` Oktoberfest´s Playmate was given the full treatment by Loder1899. The design team chauffeured the 22 year old to her photo shooting in the Bavarian Alps in their exclusively customize Ford S-Max, she was so impressed she asked for a ride to the Oktoberfest in it!

The Loder1899’s concept for the S-Max:

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September 24, 2007

Ford Verve

All eyes will be firmly focused on the Ford stand at next month’s Frankfurt Motor Show when the manufacturer of the UK’s best-loved small car takes the wraps off its vision for the future, – the Ford Verve Concept.

Ford Verve Concept hints at the new design direction for future compact cars and the company plans to closely gauge public reaction while their designers work behind the scenes creating Ford’s next supermini generation.

The latest in a series of striking show stoppers, Ford Verve Concept follows in the footsteps of the Iosis and Iosis X, whose kinetic design philosophy inspired production models like the critically acclaimed new Mondeo and S-MAX.

Martin Smith, Executive Director of Design for Ford of Europe, explained: “Bold, even radical, Ford Verve Concept demonstrates the potential of Ford’s kinetic design philosophy to visualise a small car that is a chic and modern, and one that makes an individual statement for a sophisticated, fashion-aware generation.”

Bold and sporty, the front of the supermini is dominated by a large, inverted trapezoidal lower grille with the familiar Ford oval centred in the compact upper opening.

Particularly eye-catching in deep magenta with a unique tinted clear coat finish, Ford Verve Concept’s sleek lines, 18-inch alloys, panoramic glass roof and
B-pillarless structure give it an elegant, coupe-like look.

The visual splendour continues inside with a fresh and innovative approach to interior design that’s been inspired by the latest mobile phones. Sensuous curves combine with clever technology to create a stylish but user-friendly environment.

Ford’s Convers+ system, which allows quick and easy access to all driver-operated functions, is central to the ergonomically excellent design. A large colour screen displays all essential information while every surrounding button and switch has been crafted with the kind of minute attention typically associated with larger, upmarket vehicles.

“A new generation of buyers raised with mobile electronic devices would feel right at home in this new automotive interior, one that exceeds the standards typical in the small-car segment,” said Niko Vidakovic, Chief Interior Designer, Ford of Europe.

2007 Ford Verve Concept interior

Taking its lead from the success of Ford’s new S-MAX and latest Mondeo, the Verve Concept symbolises Ford’s ambition to be a leader in small vehicle design by creating individual cars for individual customers.

With elements of the Ford Verve Concept almost certain to appear in future production models, small car buyers have some exciting times ahead.

August 28, 2007

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