Especificaciones y análisis del Ford B-MAX
Power
95HP
Torque
215Nm
Consumption
4l/100
Emissions
104g/km
0-100 km/h
13.9s
Top Speed
173km/h
Weight
1310kg
Price
16,800€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 5v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
318 L
48 L
70 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Ford B-MAX Trend 1.6 TDCI 95 CV (2012-2015)
General description
The Ford B-MAX burst onto the market like a breath of fresh air, a bold and genuinely innovative proposal. It's not just a compact MPV; it's a statement of intent from Ford, a vehicle designed from the ground up to make family life easier and more accessible, breaking the mold with an engineering solution that will leave you speechless.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the 95 HP 1.6 TDCI diesel engine feels like a faithful and economical companion. It doesn't aim for speed records, with modest acceleration, but its low-end torque delivery and its fuel consumption of just 4 liters per 100 km will bring a smile to your face at every visit to the gas station. The 5-speed manual gearbox is precise, and its handling is noble and safe, conveying a sense of control and comfort ideal for daily life and family trips.
Design and aesthetics
The B-MAX's design is pure functional intelligence wrapped in an attractive body. Its greatest stroke of genius, and what steals the show, is the absence of the central pillar, which, along with the sliding rear doors, creates an unprecedented 1.5-meter side access. It's a brilliant solution that transforms the task of fitting a child seat or getting into the rear seats into something incredibly simple. Its aesthetic is compact, urban, and with Ford's characteristic dynamism.
Technology and features
Beyond its revolutionary door system, the B-MAX integrates technology designed for comfort and safety. The electric power steering makes maneuvering in the city child's play. Although its technological equipment may not be the most cutting-edge by today's standards, it covers the essentials to offer a safe and connected driving experience for its time, always prioritizing functionality over unnecessary frills.
Competition
In a highly competitive segment, the B-MAX faced strong rivals that also played the modularity and space card. Models like the Opel Meriva, with its own reverse-opening door system, the Citroën C3 Picasso with its focus on brightness and space, or the practical Nissan Note, were its main competitors. However, none offered an access solution as radical and convincing as Ford's.
Conclusion
The Ford B-MAX is not a car chosen with the head alone, but with the heart of a family. It is the answer to real needs, a vehicle that understands daily challenges and solves them with exceptional engineering and a unique charm. Its practicality, low consumption, and ingenious design make it an unforgettable and profoundly intelligent choice for those who value space and ease of use above all else.