In December 2006, the restyled C-Max was first shown at the motor show in Bologna, Italy. The premiere of the second generation of the car took place at the Frankfurt Motor Show 2009. Official sales in Russia started in 2009. The price for the purchase of a new car will be from 648 thousand to 1.2 million rubles. Ford C-Max is a comfortable and practical car, and the extended wheel arches, profiled sidewalls and hood make the car faster. The arched roof silhouette and billowing window line form a wedge-shaped profile. The next generation version of the brand's HMI user interface is presented in the car's cab. Its main elements: two five-position buttons located on the steering wheel, which control the car's two liquid crystal displays - on the instrument panel and on the center console. This simple, intuitive system allows the driver to control key vehicle functions with both hands on the steering wheel with virtually no distraction. A range of fuel-efficient, low CO2 engines for model range this machine includes: a new 1.6-liter EcoBoost petrol engine and updated 1.6- and 2.0-liter diesel engines Duratorq TDCi. This car isn't just responsive when it comes to handling. An impressive list of active and passive safety systems will be put in place to prevent possible harm to you and your family. Unique system intelligent security "Intelligent Protection System" (IPS) constantly monitors the car.
What should be a minivan in order for buyers to decide that it matches the image the perfect car? Of course, spacious and comfortable. But that's not all. An ideal car should be dynamic, economical, and also meet all safety requirements. In addition, an important factor is the exterior.
This review will be dedicated to a car that claims to be such an ideal minivan - this Ford S-Max. Let's see if this car is worth the price they ask for it, and whether the car is worthy of the high title of an ideal minivan.
Almost sporty exterior
Most often, minivans are classified as either family cars or corporate cars, such as, for example. This happens, firstly because of the peculiar appearance, and secondly because of the presence of a large and comfortable cabin.
Surprisingly though this car has all the signs of a family transport, it can only be attributed to this category with a stretcher. And this is not because the Ford S-Max falls short in some respects, but on the contrary, it surpasses, in terms of them, most competitors.
Front view of a black car
The appearance of this car very successfully tends to the epithet "sporty". And the presence of the “Sport” package and the sports suspension installed, in this version, only emphasizes this statement.
Restyling, which took place in 2010, made minor changes to the exterior of the minivan. Basically, the update affected the optics.
But this model has always had muscular forms. This is what attracts the attention of the Ford S Max. Of course, this is not the kind of muscle that some SUVs are endowed with, but for this type of machine, what it has is more than enough.
The exterior is nice to look at, and the dimensions of the body meet all expectations.
Dimensions Ford S Max:
- Length - 4801 mm
- Width - 1884 mm
- Height - 1658 mm
Options:
- trend
- Titanium
- Sport
Ford C Max colors
Family car interior
Ford C Max has interesting feature. In any configuration, the car comes with a 5-seater saloon, but a third row can be installed for an additional fee. Thus, the car becomes a 7-seater, which allows you to transport a large family.
Seven-seater version of this comfortable car
Of course, the extra 2 seats take some of the trunk. So, with two rows of seats, the volume ford trunk S Max is 854 liters, and if you fold the seat backs, then we charge 2000 liters of space.
When installing the third row, luggage compartment be reduced to 285 liters. Still not so little, especially when you consider 6 passengers. For comparison, you can look at, which in its layout resembles this car.
The third row of seats is additional option and installed at the factory.
All chairs are completely independent. Each can be configured separately, which ensures the comfort of all passengers.
As another addition, a retractable cargo platform can be installed in the trunk. The beauty of it is that you do not have to reach into the trunk for a heavy load, just push the floor and take, or put, whatever you need.
In front of the cabin, the unusual shape of the parking brake handle catches the eye. Some compare it to a suitcase handle, but I prefer the comparison to aircraft controls.
Front end with original parking brake handle
In addition to unusualness and some extravagance, comfort is also present here. And it is expressed in excellent chairs, in which almost everyone can comfortably settle down and not feel stress on trips of any duration. For an additional fee, the front seats can be equipped with ventilation.
The general appearance of the front panel makes a good impression, and indeed, the materials, both interior trim and seat upholstery, are of the highest quality. So it's nice not only when viewed, but also when touched.
A careful look reveals some.
Of the equipment that increases comfort, there is:
- Ford Premium audio system with 8 speakers
- Navigator with 7-inch color screen
- Rear View Camera
- Start and stop the engine without a key
- Dual zone climate control
- Bluetooth connection
- Heated windshield
- Keyless entry to the salon
- A roof with a panoramic view
Depending on the configuration of the Ford Sea Max, part of the above equipment can be installed as an option.
Noise isolation Ford S Max is at an excellent level. Extraneous noise practically does not penetrate the cabin.
Minivan does not save on the track
The line of power units, somewhat modified and supplemented after restyling, allows you to choose the engine with which your car will best suit your character or financial capabilities.
You can choose to install both weak 145 strong and powerful 240 strong engine. Let's see what the manufacturer offers.
Low power Ford C Max engine only available with mechanical box gears. Such a motor accelerates a car weighing 2.3 tons to 100 km / h in 10.9 seconds. The result, of course, is not the fastest, but quite acceptable. The rest of the engines cope with this task somewhat faster.
The 199-horsepower motor comes in conjunction with a Powershift dual-clutch gearbox and acceleration with such a power unit is already 8.9 seconds.
Diesel is the most economical engine. Although it accelerates the minivan to hundreds in a decent time - 10.2 seconds, it has good torque - 320 N / m.
As you can see specifications This car is quite diverse and everyone can pick up what you need.
According to the reviews of the owners of the Ford S-Max, sometimes there are problems with starting the engine in the cold.
Real fuel consumption, according to reviews, is slightly higher than stated, especially when driving around the city. But this happens with most cars, and you should not be surprised at this.
The handling of this large and heavy machine leaves only the most good impressions. Suspension settings have three modes:
- Comfort
- Normal
- Sport
Depending on the choice, both the softness of the suspension and the reaction of the car to pressing the gas pedal change.
In comfort mode, ford suspension S-Max hides almost all the bumps in the road, and the ride is very smooth. And the Thief Sport improves the response of the car to the steering movement, but your back feels potholes better.
Ground clearance Ford C Max is 151 mm, this is not the one ground clearance, with which it is worth going off-road, but careful driving on country roads, is quite possible.
Test drive Ford S Max, video
Safety for everyone
Since the car, in general, is a family car, decent attention is paid to safety here. Engineers have tried to ensure the reliability of the trip, both the driver and passengers. For this purpose, it was established:
- 6 airbags
- air curtains
- Separate cushion for the driver's knees
- In case of emergency braking, the alarm automatically turns on
- Isofix - mount for installing a child seat
- ABS - anti-lock braking system
- EBD - brake force distribution
- ESP- directional stability cars
- HHC - help when starting to move uphill (the driver has a few seconds to move his foot from the brake to the gas, at which time the electronics prevent the car from rolling)
- Tire pressure control
- Blind spot monitoring
- Front and rear parking sensors
The first generation of this minivan was tested for safety according to EuroNCAP standards and received 5 stars.
Crash test Ford S Max video
At the end of the review
Rear view of the new 2014 S-Max
Summing up the review, I would like to note the good adaptability of the car for the comfortable transportation of passengers, which makes this car an excellent family transport.
But there are also those characteristics that are inherent in cars for lovers of sports driving. It's about powerful power units and sporty suspension setup.
In addition, the cabin not only looks good, but is also very comfortable.
Thus, answering the question asked at the beginning of the review about the ideal minivan, we can say that the Ford S Max can, deservedly, claim this title.
Specifications and fuel consumption Ford C Max
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A bold experiment, presented in 2002 under the name FordFocus C-Max, was a success. The compact minivan proved to be in demand. It was originally released for the European continent.
Generations and modifications
After restyling in 2007, the Simax brand, left without the Focus prefix, set off on an independent voyage. Now there are two generations:
- the first generation was produced in 2003–2010;
- the second one has been produced since 2010.
In October 2014, the world saw a new restyling.
Base are 5-seater Ford C-Max and 7-seater Ford Grand C-Max. “Big Brother”, in addition to capacity, differs in length (by 14 cm) and rear doors(movable). Other specifications are similar. In addition to these modifications, there are cars stuffed with additional equipment (Ambiente, Trend, Titanium).
Exterior: a new philosophy
Appearance made in the philosophy of "kinetic design". The idea is to get the feel of the car moving even when it is stationary. The latest Ford C-Max is in this spirit. Compact vans have become more aggressive, more dynamic. They combine seemingly incompatible feelings of sophisticated style and sportiness. Aerodynamics enhances speed performance.
Among the new exterior elements:
- new running lights and taillights on LEDs;
- updated bumpers and grille;
- hood and front fenders.
Interior
Basic models inherent conservatism in the internal configuration. However, everything here is done for the convenience of the driver and passengers. Armchairs are excellent for long and comfortable sitting even for tall people. The second triple seat is located close. If necessary, the middle part of the seat is moved to the trunk, and the two extreme ones are shifted to the center, and two spacious places are obtained. In the seven-seat Grande, the last two seats are quite comfortable to sit on, but there is not enough legroom.
steering wheel and steering delight many drivers. But there is an ergonomic omission here: it is uncomfortable to reach the control buttons on the steering wheel.
Not everything is going smoothly with the driver's view. The dead zone control system should solve this problem. This is a visual information feature. If in the dead zone of the driver's view there is another vehicle, the system turns on a light bulb built into the mirrors.
After restyling in 2014, an upgraded multimedia system flaunts on the center console with touch screen, navigator. Specifications allow voice control.
In salons of the last Ford models C-Max, according to the manufacturer, increased noise isolation and reduced vibration. And all thanks to thicker side windows and new sound-absorbing material.
under the hood
Ford C-Max is equipped with already known engines. These are petrol Duratec and EcoBoost, diesel Duratorq. The volume of engines is from 1.0 to 2.0 liters. about the strong and weaknesses many people know about gasoline and diesel engines. But the characteristics of a liter Ecobust are probably little known.
For the first time he "earned" in 2012. Three cylinders and 998 cc see give out power in 100 or 150 Horse power. Inspire the fuel economy figures of this gasoline engine. A test drive showed that on the highway at a speed of 100–110 km / h, the engine burns 6 liters per 100 km. 7–7.5 liters come out through the streets of the city.
Chassis
Chassis C-Max makes Ford a good car to drive on good roads. In our realities, these are city streets and intercity highways. Low, as in many foreign cars, the clearance, depending on the load, is 14–15 cm. Domestic drivers note this particular drawback as the main one. And some claim that they managed to increase the ground clearance to 18 cm.
Features of management and safety
Compact MPV Ford Sea Max is purchased in order to successfully and safely reach your destination. Specifications allow you to do this. Driving a car is a pleasure. Dynamism, maneuverability, obedience in management - the second I am Simaks. There are many design solutions in this direction. A few may be noted.
Sustainable driving is achieved through:
- wide wheelbase;
- independent rear suspension.
Ease and convenience in management are impossible without:
- EHPAS - informative steering wheel with electric power steering;
- Adaptive Front Lighting System - a function that directs the light in the direction of the car (for better visibility).
The pinnacle of safety features is IPS, the Intelligent Security System. At the right time, the necessary means are activated: from airbags (there are six of them) to pedals that fold, which protects the driver from leg injuries.
Summary
The characteristics of the Ford C-Max are noteworthy: it is roomy, comfortable, easy to drive, safe and economical. Great for families with children. Ford C-Max factory warranty and a wide network of certified workshops make service affordable.