S Max - petrol or diesel
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Hello
I am considering buying an S Max. The sensible choice would appear to be diesel, but there are 2.5 turbo petrol models available on Ford Direct for less. How bad is the fuel consumption? Is the petrol a much better drive than the diesel? The specification certainly suggests the 2.5 turbo would be a lot of fun
I am considering buying an S Max. The sensible choice would appear to be diesel, but there are 2.5 turbo petrol models available on Ford Direct for less. How bad is the fuel consumption? Is the petrol a much better drive than the diesel? The specification certainly suggests the 2.5 turbo would be a lot of fun
Simple answer is that it depends what you want from the car I'd have said... If it's meant to be a sensible family car, then the Diesel has to be the choice, as in the real world you'll get twice the economy from it, and it'll be a very relaxing car to pootle about in.
However if you're not too fussed about being sensible, and want it to put a bit of a smile on your face and make the most of the good handling of the S-Max, then it has to be the 2.5 petrol. It'll sound better, the larger rev range will be more useful when you're in the mood for a good thrash, and it is usefully quicker too when you're going for it.
However if you're not too fussed about being sensible, and want it to put a bit of a smile on your face and make the most of the good handling of the S-Max, then it has to be the 2.5 petrol. It'll sound better, the larger rev range will be more useful when you're in the mood for a good thrash, and it is usefully quicker too when you're going for it.
Thanks for your help.
I think I will go for the 2.5 petrol because it will be able to be sensible when required but still give the driving pleasure I would like. 25 mpg plus is acceptable as I only do 12,000 miles per year and I expect it would do better on long motorway journeys cruising at 85mph, which is a significant proportion of my mileage and the time I would appreciate a reasonable range.
Anything else I should know?
I think I will go for the 2.5 petrol because it will be able to be sensible when required but still give the driving pleasure I would like. 25 mpg plus is acceptable as I only do 12,000 miles per year and I expect it would do better on long motorway journeys cruising at 85mph, which is a significant proportion of my mileage and the time I would appreciate a reasonable range.
Anything else I should know?
I have seen a few problems recently but its more reliable than when it first came out,i do see around 300-400 Fords a week through my workshop so as a percentage it isnt that high,if you fancy that system try it first as it doesnt suit everyone.
First use was the C-Max.
First use was the C-Max.
Edited by Jon GT2 on Monday 3rd December 11:56
grahamm said:
Thanks for your help.
I think I will go for the 2.5 petrol because it will be able to be sensible when required but still give the driving pleasure I would like. 25 mpg plus is acceptable as I only do 12,000 miles per year and I expect it would do better on long motorway journeys cruising at 85mph, which is a significant proportion of my mileage and the time I would appreciate a reasonable range.
Anything else I should know?
Good choice.I think I will go for the 2.5 petrol because it will be able to be sensible when required but still give the driving pleasure I would like. 25 mpg plus is acceptable as I only do 12,000 miles per year and I expect it would do better on long motorway journeys cruising at 85mph, which is a significant proportion of my mileage and the time I would appreciate a reasonable range.
Anything else I should know?
Ours is great.
Properly quick and not too bad on fuel - 26mpg average (including lots of short trips) and over 30mpg on long journeys.
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