Especificaciones y análisis del Ford B-MAX
Power
100HP
Torque
170Nm
Consumption
5.1l/100
Emissions
119g/km
0-100 km/h
13.2s
Top Speed
175km/h
Weight
1279kg
Price
15,400€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 5v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
318 L
48 L
73.5 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Ford B-MAX Trend 1.0 Ecoboost 100 CV (2012)
General description
The Ford B-MAX is not just any minivan; it's a statement of intent about what an urban family car should be. Launched in 2012, this vehicle broke the mold with a bold and brilliant engineering solution: the elimination of the central pillar. Equipped with the award-winning 100 HP 1.0 Ecoboost engine, the B-MAX promised not only unparalleled practicality but also an agile and efficient drive, a car designed from the heart to make daily life easier.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the B-MAX surprises and charms. The small three-cylinder Ecoboost engine pushes with unexpected energy from low revs, making city driving a pure pleasure. It feels light, agile, and responds with Ford's characteristic liveliness. On the road, it holds its own with poise, conveying a sense of security and control that not all minivans of its size achieve. Its well-tuned chassis brings a smile to your face, reminding you that practicality is not at odds with enjoyment.
Design and aesthetics
The B-MAX's design is pure functional intelligence wrapped in an attractive body. Its defining feature, the B-pillarless door system, creates a 1.5-meter side access that transforms the experience of getting in and out of the car, especially when fitting child seats or in tight parking spaces. It's a life-changing solution. Inside, the dashboard, though filled with buttons in the Ford style of the era, is ergonomic and the materials are adequate, creating a cozy and robust atmosphere.
Technology and features
For its time, the B-MAX was well-equipped. The 1.0 Ecoboost engine was an engineering marvel, a forerunner of downsizing that proved you could have power and low consumption. On board, the Ford SYNC system allowed for voice control of functions and phone connectivity, an advanced feature in 2012. Although its infotainment screen may seem small today, it offered the essentials to make trips more comfortable and connected, showing that Ford was committed to democratizing technology.
Competition
In a competitive market, the B-MAX faced ingenious rivals like the Opel Meriva with its rear-hinged doors, or the spacious and bright Citroën C3 Picasso. It also competed against the Nissan Note and the Hyundai ix20/Kia Venga duo. However, none of its competitors could replicate the magic and total freedom of access offered by Ford's door system. That was its trump card, its soul, what made it truly unique and special in its segment.
Conclusion
The Ford B-MAX is one of those cars that leaves a mark. It was a brave bet and a brilliant solution to a real problem for families. Its combination of revolutionary access, fun driving, and an efficient engine make it an exceptionally smart second-hand choice. Although the market has surrendered to SUVs, the B-MAX remains a testament to practical innovation and human-centered design. It's more than a car; it's a life enabler.