Ford S-MAX (06 on) - Review Review by David Ross on 19 June 2006 Last Updated: 29 July 2010 The Ford S-MAX is a people carrier with a sporty edge. It's designed to stand out from the crowd with sharp styling, tight handling and powerful engines. It certainly doesn't feel like an MPV from behind the wheel with agile handling and accurate steering. There's more to the S-MAX than just looks though - it's also very practical thanks to seven seats and a fold-flat load area. However, if you're not taken by the sports-inspired styling and need more interior space there are more conventional people carriers including Ford's own Galaxy. Both cars were designed together and share the majority of components. The S-MAX had a modest makeover in 2010 with a redesigned grille, LED rear lights, a restyled tailgate and some new engines. 4 out of 5 Other Ford reviews Summary Facts & Figures Equipment Driving & Performance Comfort Costs Safety & Reliability Buying & Selling Also Consider Company Car Info Owners' Reviews Gallery Also Consider 3.5 out of 5 Citroën Grand C4 Picasso (07 on) Neat styling, family-friendly interior, fold flat seats, refined ride, spacious cabin Jerky semi-automatic gearbox, some cheap-feel interior plastic, LX models don't get a radio Read full review 3 out of 5 Mitsubishi Grandis (04-10) Sleek looks, strong Volkswagen-sourced diesel, seven-seats, well equipped as standard Lacklustre performance, poor automatic gearbox, light steering Read full review 4 out of 5 Renault Grand Scenic (09 on) Practical and spacious interior, seven seats as standard, frugal dCi engines, quiet and refined Some flimsy-feeling interior trim Read full review Find other mpv cars Car Valuations Find used car prices with Parkers accurate car valuations. Find out more Ford S-MAX cars for sale We have 407 models like this for sale. Find Ford S-MAX cars for sale Previous: Buying & Selling Next: Company Car Info
3.5 out of 5 Citroën Grand C4 Picasso (07 on) Neat styling, family-friendly interior, fold flat seats, refined ride, spacious cabin Jerky semi-automatic gearbox, some cheap-feel interior plastic, LX models don't get a radio Read full review
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