What’s not?
- There’s no doubting the quality of the new S-MAX’s interior, although it doesn’t feel as premium as you might expect for the £28,000+ price
- The part analogue, part LCD instruments fitted as standard on Titanium models are hard to read at a glance
- Three-spoke leather-trimmed steering wheel is nice to hold; shame its buttons are small and poorly marked.
- Third row of seats are really only for children because of the access and with them in place, the boot is minute too.
Verdict on the Ford S-MAX 2.0 Duratorq TDCi 180 Titanium
Current owners will feel at home in the new Ford S-MAX, but the sharper looks and drive will attract new buyers to Ford’s unique, sporting big SUV.
The Titanium trim is also a high-value package, with all the kit a business driver is ever likely to need, with standard equipment including a DAB navigation system and 17-inch alloy wheels.
The new S-MAX should prove to be affordable as a business car, with 23% company car tax band and the 56.5mpg fuel economy from the 180PS 2.0-litre TDCi diesel.
