Especificaciones y análisis del Ford B-MAX
Power
90HP
Torque
125Nm
Consumption
6l/100
Emissions
139g/km
0-100 km/h
13.8s
Top Speed
171km/h
Weight
1275kg
Price
16,450€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 5v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
318 L
48 L
66 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Ford B-MAX Titanium 1.4 Duratec 90 CV (2015-2016)
General description
The Ford B-MAX is not just another small minivan; it's a statement of intent on how a car can adapt to urban family life. Its arrival in 2012 was a small revolution, a breath of fresh air that made us wonder why no one had done it before. It's a car designed from the inside out, where functionality and access become the heart of the experience.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the B-MAX with its 90 HP 1.4 Duratec engine invites you to a serene and calm drive. Don't expect lightning-fast acceleration; its 13.8 seconds to reach 100 km/h make that clear. Its territory is the city, where its agility and smooth steering make you feel in control. On the highway, it performs without showing off, requiring patience when overtaking but rewarding with contained consumption and a comfortable ride. It's a faithful companion for daily life, not a weekend athlete.
Design and aesthetics
This is where the B-MAX wins you over. The absence of the central pillar and its sliding rear doors create a 1.5-meter side access that completely changes how you interact with the car. Installing a child seat, helping an elderly person get in, or simply loading bulky items becomes an incredibly simple task. Its exterior design is compact and friendly, while the interior, although full of buttons in the Ford style of the era, is spacious and filled with clever solutions.
Technology and features
The technology in the B-MAX focuses on practicality. The Ford SYNC system already allowed for voice commands for music and phone back in its day, a luxury in its segment. However, its greatest technological innovation is not on a screen, but in the engineering of its chassis and doors to ensure maximum safety despite the absence of the B-pillar. The engine, a naturally aspirated Duratec, is a proven and simple mechanism, focused on durability rather than cutting-edge performance.
Competition
At the time, the B-MAX faced tough competitors like the Opel Meriva, which also played the originality card with its rear-hinged doors. Other direct rivals were the Citroën C3 Picasso, with its focus on brightness and space, and the Nissan Note, which opted for versatility. Against them, the B-MAX always had the ace up its sleeve of its unparalleled side access, an argument that made it unique.
Conclusion
The Ford B-MAX is one of those engineering gems that prioritize real life over numbers. It's a brilliant car in its concept, a perfect tool for young families navigating the chaos of the city. Its 90 HP engine is sufficient for daily use, but its true value lies in every time you open its doors and rediscover how easy life can be. It's a car you buy with your head but enjoy with your heart.