Especificaciones y análisis del Ford B-MAX
Power
120HP
Torque
200Nm
Consumption
4.9l/100
Emissions
114g/km
0-100 km/h
11.2s
Top Speed
189km/h
Weight
1279kg
Price
16,200€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 5v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
318 L
48 L
88 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Ford B-MAX Trend 1.0 Ecoboost 120 CV Auto-Start-Stop (2012)
General description
The Ford B-MAX burst onto the market like a breath of fresh air, a bold and deeply human proposal for urban life. It's not just a compact MPV; it's a statement of intent, a vehicle designed from the inside out with ease of use and eliminating everyday barriers in mind, especially for families.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the small 1.0 Ecoboost 120 hp engine is a real gem that brings a smile to your face. It pushes with unexpected energy from low revs, feeling much larger and more capable than its displacement suggests. Its chassis, derived from the agile Fiesta, gives it surprising dynamism, making every city corner a pleasure and conveying remarkable confidence and poise on the road, all with a ride comfort that pampers passengers.
Design and aesthetics
The B-MAX's design is pure emotional intelligence. Its defining feature, the absence of a central pillar and the sliding rear doors, creates unprecedented access to the cabin, a 1.5-meter opening that completely transforms the experience of getting in and out or fitting a child seat. It's such a brilliant solution you wonder why it hadn't been done before. The interior, though with a somewhat button-heavy console typical of the era, is spacious and versatile, a practical and bright sanctuary.
Technology and features
Beyond its revolutionary door architecture, the B-MAX stood out for its mechanical heart. The Ecoboost engine was a technological feat at the time, combining direct injection, a turbo, and a small size to offer extraordinary performance and efficiency. It also incorporated the Auto-Start-Stop system to optimize fuel consumption in the city and the SYNC connectivity system, which allowed voice control of functions, a touch of the future in an eminently practical car.
Competition
In a competitive segment, the B-MAX faced rivals like the Opel Meriva, with its own reverse-opening door system, the Citroën C3 Picasso, famous for its visibility and modularity, or the practical Kia Venga. However, none managed to combine the genius of its side access with such rewarding dynamic behavior, a duality that made it a unique option with an overwhelming personality.
Conclusion
The Ford B-MAX is more than a car; it's an ingenious solution to a real problem. It's a vehicle that wins you over with its functionality and makes you fall in love with its driving. It represents a different way of thinking, where engineering serves people in a tangible and exciting way. It's a shame the market abandoned this format, because the B-MAX remains a brilliant example of intelligent design and a dynamic heart.