Ford expands its range of electrified models to Europe with the hybrid variant of the minivan Ford S-Max. With surname Hybrid, this version that is also offered in five and seven seats, and that allows you to show off the ECO label of the DGT, is already available in Spain starting from a price of 40.838 euros.
It is Ford S-MAX Hybrid It is available in the same finishes as the thermal versions, which are all diesel with a 150 or 190 hp TDCI engine: the base Trend, sporting ST-Line and the already known Titanium Y Vignale. Although in your case it can only be selected with automatic change of continuous variator.
The oval brand thus seeks to offer an incentive on which it is your best-selling minivan in Spain of the three that he has in his portfolio. Although it is true that this segment, engulfed by SUVs, is in the doldrums and its numbers have been discreet in the last two years, in which it has sold 562 units (2019) and 310 units (2020).
And he is not the only one, because the Ford Galaxy also debuts a hybrid variant with identical mechanics to that of this S-Max Hybrid, starting at 47,338 euros, being only available in the Titanium finish.
The ingredients of the Ford S-Max hybrid
The Ford S-Max has been an exception among minivans, as it combines a spacious and functional cabin with a remarkable dynamic behavior which, without being sporty, boasts a lively direction as well as poise when it comes to cornering.
Benefits that, predictably, this hybrid variant maintains, the only one in the echo of its family, in which a 2.5-liter gasoline engine add forces with an electric one to sign 190 CV. This hybrid system is managed by a CVT shift, embodied in the latest generation of Ford’s power-split transmission, and the electric drive draws its power from a 1.1 kWh battery.
Thus, the Ford S-Max Hybrid accelerates from 0 to 100 km / h in 9.8 seconds and its maximum speed is 185 km / h. But the main claim of this version focuses on its consumption and emissions, more restrained compared to the thermal variants: compared to the 190 hp diesel, it reduces them by 10%, according to Ford. The S-Max Hybrid certifies a combined consumption of 6.4 l / 100 km and CO₂ emissions between 146 and 147 g / km, both in WLTP cycle.
The signature of the oval maintains that the battery pack, of liquid cooling, allows a compact size, which minimizes the subtraction of trunk space: Ford ensures that this S-Max Hybrid offers a maximum of 285 liters with all seven available seats, being able to reach 2,200 liters.
Regarding equipment, for example the S-Max Hybrid has modem integrado FordPass Connect from the most basic finish Trend, which offers Wi-Fi connection for up to 10 devices. This allows for example Live Traffic updates, which offers a free trial, although it later requires a subscription.
Likewise, this system, operating in conjunction with the FordPass app, offers remote functions such as door opening, vehicle status information or geolocation. And it also has function Ford Local Hazard Information that anticipates the driver possible dangerous situations on the road.
As to driving assistance technology, the Trend offers cruise control or rear and front parking sensors, while the more complete finishes also include a lane keeping system or rear view camera.
Prices for Spain of the Ford S-Max Hybrid 2021
The Ford S-Max híbrido, by emissions, not exempt from registration tax and is located in the tax bracket of 4,75 % (between 120 g / km and 160 g / km of CO₂). In this way, its price ranges between 40,838 euros and 50,613 euros without associated discounts.
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trend |
titanium |
st-line |
vignale |
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Ford S-max hybrid 190 CV |
40.838 euros |
43.363 euros |
45.463 euros |
50.613 euros |
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