HIGHLIGHTS: HIGHLIGHTS:
* Ford S-MAX and Galaxy models get a fresh new look for 2010, a range of efficient new powertrains and technology for comfort and safety * Ford S-MAX and Galaxy models get a fresh new look for 2010, a new range of efficient powertrains and technology for comfort and safety
* New models to debut at 2010 Brussels Motor Show and introduce a year of technological innovation * New 2010 models to debut at Brussels Motor Show and introduces the year of Technological Innovation
* New designs and features enhance the distinctive and individual character of each model New designs and features * Enhance the character of individual and Distinctive Each model
* Improved craftsmanship plus extensive array of technologies designed to exceed customer expectations * Improved craftsmanship plus Extensive array of technologies Designed to Exceed Customer Expectations
* Enhanced technologies include new Blind Spot Information System (BLIS®) to boost driver and occupant safety and comfort, and Premium Sound System * Enhanced technologies include new Blind Spot Information System (BLIS ®) to boost driver and occupant safety and comfort, and Premium Sound System
* S-MAX and Galaxy spearhead launch of Ford's new high-efficiency EcoBoost 4-cylinder advanced turbocharged petrol direct injection engines, 2.0-litre Duratorq TDCi diesel engine with Stage V emission rating, and additional new 163 PS version * S-MAX and Galaxy spearhead launch of Ford's new high-efficiency four-cylinder EcoBoost advanced direct injection turbocharged petrol engines, 2.0-liter Duratorq TDCi diesel engine with Stage V emission rating, and Additional new 163 PS version
* Ford EcoBoost 2.0-litre SCTi engine combines 'fun to drive' characteristics with low fuel consumption and reduced CO2 emissions * 2.0-liter Ford EcoBoost Engine combines SCTI 'fun to drive' Characteristics with Low Fuel Consumption and CO2 Emissions Reduced
* New Galaxy and S-MAX will be built alongside Mondeo at Ford's Genk plant in Belgium * New S-MAX and Galaxy will be built at Ford's Mondeo Alongside Genk plant in Belgium
The 2010 S-MAX model release kicks off a busy year for new product introductions from Ford of Europe but, more significantly, herald the arrival of a series of new and innovative technologies and features that, as they are introduced throughout the year, will challenge established perceptions of what Ford cars feel like to sit in and drive. The 2010 S-MAX model release kicks off a busy year for new product introductions from Ford of Europe But, more Significantly, herald the arrival of a series of new and Innovative Technologies and features That, as They Are Introduced THROUGHOUT the year, will challenge Established Perceptions of What Ford cars feel like to sit in and drive.
"We've given both models a fresh new look and more premium appeal, but it is beneath the skin that the major changes have been made," said John Fleming, Executive Vice President and Chairman & CEO, Ford of Europe. "We've Both Given a fresh new models more premium look and appeal, But it is beneath the skin the best Changes That Have Been Made," said John Fleming, Executive Vice President and Chairman & CEO, Ford of Europe. "S-MAX and Galaxy are the first European Ford models to benefit from our global EcoBoost family of direct-injection, turbocharged, petrol engines delivering more power and performance from a lower displacement powerplant, yet with impressive fuel economy and low CO2 emissions. And that is just the start of the 2010 S-MAX and Galaxy story." "S-MAX and Galaxy are the first European Ford models to benefit from our global family of EcoBoost direct-injection, turbocharged, petrol engines Delivering more power and performance from a lower displacement powerplant, yet with Impressive fuel economy and low CO2 emissions. And That is just the start of the 2010 S-MAX and Galaxy story. "
These are the first cars to be available with Ford's all-new, high efficiency, 2.0-litre EcoBoost petrol engine. These are the first cars to be available with Ford's all-new, high efficiency, 2.0-liter EcoBoost petrol engine. Producing 203 PS (149 kW) it joins a significantly improved Producing 203 PS (149 kW) it joins a Significantly Improved
2.0-litre Duratorq TDCi diesel, with 140 PS (103 kW), plus a new 163 PS (120 kW) variant. 2.0-liter Duratorq TDCi diesel with 140 PS (103 kW), plus a new 163 PS (120 kW) variant. Additionally, the smooth and effortless Ford PowerShift double wet-clutch transmission system is available for the first time on Ford's large car range; it will be standard equipment with the EcoBoost petrol engine and optional for both Duratorq diesels. Additionally, the smooth and effortless Ford PowerShift double wet-clutch transmission system is available for the first time on Ford's large car range, it will be standard equipment with the EcoBoost petrol engine and optional for Both Duratorq diesels.
A range of innovative new safety and convenience features debut in the Ford range on versions of the new S-MAX, including a Blind Spot Information System (BLIS®), and new Rear Door Power Child Lock facility. A range of Innovative new safety and convenience features debut in the Ford range on versions of the new S-MAX, Including a Blind Spot Information System (BLIS ®), and new Power Rear Door Child Lock facility.
MORE DISTINCTIVE OUTSIDE MORE DISTINCTIVE OUTSIDE
With the new S-MAX Ford's design team has achieved significant changes to enhance the vehicle's individual and expressive kinetic design styling. With the new S-MAX Ford's design team has Achieved Significant Changes to Enhance the individual and expressive vehicle's kinetic design styling.
From launch in 2006 the S-MAX quickly established itself as a car without peers - a sporty, high quality and well-equipped crossover that provides all of the benefits of a people mover, but without sacrificing style or driving enjoyment. From launch in 2006 the S-MAX Established Itself Quickly Without peers as a car - a sporty, high quality and well-equipped crossover That Provides all of the Benefits of a people to move, But Without Sacrificing Style or driving Enjoyment.
The new model maintains this tradition and has been thoughtfully updated with significant detail changes to the exterior including a strongly sculptured bonnet and all-new front fascia, emphasised by the bolder graphic of the gloss black lower front trapezoidal grille. The new model Maintains this tradition and has-been thoughtfully updated with Significant Changes to the exterior detail Including a Strongly sculptured bonnet and all-new front fascia, bolder emphasis by the graphic of the gloss black lower trapezoidal front grille.
This gives S-MAX a distinctive new presence on the road and a new lower front bumper which, on high series models comes with distinctive LED daytime running lights (optional for Trend series), further strengthens the car's purposeful stance. This S-MAX Gives new Distinctive Presence on the road and a new lower front bumper Which, on high series models eat with Distinctive LED daytime running lights (optional for Trend series), weitere strengthens the car's purposeful stance.
From the side, S-MAX is instantly recognisable and now stands out even more with its window profile enhanced by a chrome strip, which surrounds the whole glass area to enhance the car's sleek and sporty lines. From the side, S-MAX is Instantly Recognised and now stands out even more with enhanced STI profile window by a chrome strip, Which glass surrounds the whole area to Enhance the car's sleek and sporty lines.
The rear of new S-MAX has also been re-designed with a more dynamically profiled tailgate, a lower fascia, and new LED tail lights that extend deep into the rear side flanks, creating an even stronger athletic appearance. The rear of new S-MAX has Also Been re-designed with a more dynamically Profiled tailgate, a lower fascia, and new LED tail lights That extend deep into the rear side flanks, Creating an Even Stronger Athletic Appearance. Boosting its premium appeal while further distinguishing the new car is a horizontal satin chrome bar, which runs between the LED tail lights and is embossed with the distinctive S-MAX logo. Boosting ITS weitere premium appeal while distinguishing the new car is a satin chrome horizontal bar, Which runs Between the LED tail lights and is embossed with the S-MAX Distinctive logo.
MORE LUXURIOUS INSIDE LUXURIOUS MORE INSIDE
As with the revised exterior, real attention to detail and high quality execution are key to the new interiors for both models. As with the revised foreign real Attention to detail and high quality execution are key to the new interiors for Both models. Carefully balanced new colour and material choices deliver a luxurious and dynamic feel, which helps differentiate the individual personality of each model to meet particular customer tastes and requirements. Carefully balanced new color and material Choices Deliver a dynamic and luxurious feel, Which Helps differentiate the individual personality of Each particular model to meet customer tastes and requirements.
For both vehicles, the Ford FoldFlatSystem comes as standard for the second and, where fitted, third row of seats. For Both vehicles, the Ford FoldFlatSystem eat as standard for the second and, WHERE Fitter, third row of seats.
S-MAX high series models get a new multifunctional overhead console with capacious stowage, sunglasses holder and child watch mirror, and a new one-piece panorama roof equipped with power sun blinds. S-MAX high series models get a new multifunctional overhead console with capacious stowage, sunglasses holder and child watch mirror, and a new one-piece panorama Equipped with power sun roof blinds. For the first time high series S-MAX models, and all models fitted with the panorama roof, get a new LED interior lighting system. For the first time high series S-MAX models, and all models Fitted with the panorama roof, get a new interior LED lighting system.
Music lovers will enjoy the all-new S-MAX Premium Sound System option that is based around an eight-channel amplifier with an overall output of 265 Watts, with an upgraded speaker system, including additional centre channel speakers in the centre of the dashboard and a large sub-woofer fitted behind the left front seat. Music lovers will enjoy the all-new S-MAX Premium Sound System That option is based around an eight-channel amplifier with an output of 265 Watts overalls, with an upgraded speaker system, Including Additional center channel speakers in the center of the dashboard and a large sub-woofer Fitted behind the left front seat.
Loading through the rear tailgate is also made easier thanks to a new courtesy light, fitted into the inside panel on the liftgate, that illuminates when it is opened. Loading Through the rear tailgate is made Easier Also thanks to a new courtesy light, Fitted Into The inside panel on the liftgate, That illuminates When it is opened.
New interior colours, graphics and materials are offered across all series, and have all been chosen to create an overall premium feel while also supporting the individual character of each model. New interior colors, graphics and materials are Offered across all series, and Have All Been CHOSEN to create an overalls premium feel while Also Supporting Each of the individual character model.
Power and Economy: EcoBoost SCTi, Duratorq TDCi and PowerShift Power and Economy: EcoBoost SCTI, and PowerShift Duratorq TDCi
Ford's new S-MAX offers a broad selection of the latest Ford powertrain technologies developed to offer a strong combination of improved fuel economy and lower emissions without sacrificing Ford's renowned driving enjoyment. Ford's new S-MAX Offers a broad selection of the latest Ford Powertrain Technologies Developed to offer a strong combination of Improved fuel economy and lower Emissions Without Sacrificing Ford's renowned driving Enjoyment.
These are the first vehicles to offer an all-new 2.0-litre Ford EcoBoost SCTi engine, which heralds a new era in Ford's petrol engine development. These are the first vehicles to offer an all-new 2.0-liter Ford EcoBoost engine SCTI, Which heralds a new era in Ford's petrol engine development. Featuring lightweight all-aluminium construction, the latest-generation high-pressure direct injection system, low-inertia turbocharging and twin independent variable cam timing, the 2.0-litre EcoBoost SCTi has an advanced combustion system which brings new levels of performance and fuel efficiency to petrol engines in this power range. Featuring all-aluminum lightweight construction, the latest-generation high-pressure direct injection system, turbocharging and low-inertia twin independent variable cam timing, the 2.0-liter EcoBoost SCTI has an advanced combustion system Which Brings New Levels of Performance and Fuel Efficiency to petrol engines in this power range.
The 2.0-litre EcoBoost SCTi engine has a maximum output of 203 PS (149kW) at 5,500 rpm, combined with maximum torque of 300 Nm, which is delivered across a broad 1,750-4,500 rpm range. The 2.0-liter EcoBoost engine SCTI has a maximum output of 203 PS (149kW) at 5,500 rpm, Combined with maximum torque of 300 Nm, Which Is Delivered across a broad range from 1.750 to 4.500 rpm. With this new powertrain, the S-MAX achieves 0-100km/h (0-62 mph) acceleration in 8.5 seconds and a top speed of 221 km/h (137 mph). With this new powertrain, the S-MAX Achieves 0-100km / h (0-62 mph) acceleration in 8.5 seconds and a top speed of 221 km / h (137 mph).
Yet even with this responsive performance, fuel economy and CO2 emissions from the new engine are significantly improved. Yet Even with this responsive performance, fuel economy and CO2 Emissions from the new engine are Significantly Improved. Compared with the previous 161 PS 2.3-litre automatic powertrain, CO2 emissions are reduced by 19 per cent to 189 g/km, even though the new 2.0-litre SCTi engine has over 25 per cent more power. Compared with the previous 161 PS 2.3-liter automatic powertrain, CO2 Emissions are Reduced by 19 per cent to 189 g / km, Even Though the new 2.0-liter engine SCTI has over 25 per cent more power. This translates into a combined fuel economy of just 8.1 l/100 km (34.8 mpg)* and an extra urban figure of 6.4 l/100 km (44.1 mpg)*. This Translate into to combined fuel economy of just 8.1 l/100 km (34.8 mpg) * and an extra urban figure of 6.4 l/100 km (44.1 mpg) *.
At the same time, Ford's diesel offering for the new S-MAX has been significantly improved. At the same time, Ford's diesel Offering for the new S-MAX Has Been Significantly Improved. The upgraded 2.0-litre Ford Duratorq TDCi engine family complies with Stage V emission regulations and is also available in three power levels - 115, 140 and 163 PS (85, 103 and 120 kW) – for the first time. The upgraded 2.0-liter Ford Duratorq TDCi engine with complicated family Emission Regulations Stage V and is available in three power Also Levels - 115, 140 and 163 PS (85, 103 and 120 kW) - for the first time.
Engineered to deliver refined performance and low cost of ownership, these new Duratorq TDCi engines also deliver impressive combined fuel economy and CO2 performance. Engineered to Deliver Refined performance and low cost of ownership, new Duratorq TDCi engines These Also Deliver Impressive Combined fuel economy and CO2 performance. With a consumption of 5.7 l/100 km (49.5 mpg)* and an average CO2 emission of 152 g/km, the new S-MAX, with six-speed manual transmission, proves that it is possible to combine driving fun and compelling performance with high efficiency. With the Consumption of 5.7 l/100 km (49.5 mpg) * and an average CO2 emission of 152 g / km, the new S-MAX, with six-speed manual transmission, Proves That It is possible to combine driving fun and compelling performance with high efficiency.
The efficient and smooth-changing Ford PowerShift double wet-clutch transmission is a perfect match for both the new petrol direct injection and common rail diesel engines. The efficient and smooth-changing Ford PowerShift double wet-clutch transmission is a perfect match for Both the new petrol and common rail direct injection diesel engines. It is standard with the new EcoBoost SCTi and also available as an option with the 140 and 163 PS (103 and 120 kW) versions of the 2.0-litre Duratorq TDCi. It is standard with the new EcoBoost SCTI And Also available as an option with the 140 and 163 PS (103 and 120 kW) versions of the 2.0-liter Duratorq TDCi.
NEW FEATURES FURTHER ENHANCE SAFETY AND COMFORT NEW FEATURES AND FURTHER ENHANCE SAFETY COMFORT
From the outset the new S-MAX was designed and developed to offer customers a premium traveling experience and, to achieve this, an already compelling range of features in the previous models was updated and broadened for even greater safety and comfort. From the Outset the new S-MAX Was Designed and Developed to offer a premium Customers Traveling experience and, To achieve this, an Already compelling range of features in the previous models updated and broadened Was Even Greater for safety and comfort.
Jörg Beyer, Ford of Europe's Vehicle Line Director for Large and Luxury Vehicles said: "The sheer number of Ford milestones we have delivered with the new S-MAX and Galaxy, in terms of vehicle design, powertrain technology and features, is big enough to make you think they are all-new vehicles. Our European Ford flagships deserve this treatment – and we are convinced that our customers will certainly appreciate it." Jörg Beyer, Ford of Europe's Vehicle Line Director for Large and Luxury Vehicles said: "The sheer number of Ford milestones We Have Delivered with the new S-MAX and Galaxy, In Terms of vehicle design, powertrain technology and features, is big enough to They make you think are all-new vehicles. Our European flagships Ford Treatment Deserve this - and we are convincing Certainly That Our Customers will appreciate it. "
The new S-MAX and Galaxy are Ford of Europe's first vehicles to feature the new Blind Spot Information System (BLIS®). The new S-MAX and Ford Galaxy are vehicles of Europe's first to feature the new Blind Spot Information System (BLIS ®). This radar-based facility encourages a driver to be even more conscientious in checking over their shoulder by warning of vehicles in their blind spot area. This radar-based facility to be ways to encourage even more driver Conscientious Their shoulder in checking over by warning of vehicles in Their blind spot area. Also, the new Adjustable Speed Limiter Device (ASLD) is designed to help drivers set, and then not exceed, specific speed limits unintentionally – another first for Ford of Europe. Also, the new Adjustable Speed Limiter Device (ASLD) is Designed to help drivers set, and Then Not Exceed speed limits specific unintentionally - Another first for Ford of Europe.
Taking full advantage of the S-MAX Controller Area Network (CAN) Bus electrical system capabilities, Ford is introducing an optional Rear Door Power Child Lock system with the new models. Taking full advantage of the S-MAX Controller Area Network (CAN) Bus Capabilities electrical system, Ford is an optional Introducing Power Rear Door Child Lock system with the new models. With this, the rear power window deactivation switch in the driver's door panel also combines with rear door power lock activation. With this, the power rear window deactivation switch in the driver's door panel Also you combine with rear power door lock activation.
High series versions of the new S-MAX feature extensive applications of Light Emitting Diode technology, with LED daytime running lights as standard (optional on the Trend) and LED illumination inside. High series versions of the new S-MAX feature Extensive Applications of Light Emitting Diode technology, with LED daytime running lights as standard (optional on the Trend) and LED illumination inside. All versions fitted with the panorama roof also benefit. All versions Fitted with the panorama roof Also benefit.
High series versions of the S-MAX are also equipped with powerful courtesy lights located on the lower inside corners of the tailgate to illuminate the load area and all versions of the S-MAX come with LED tail lights as standard. High series versions of the S-MAX are Equipped with Powerful Also courtesy lights Located on the lower inside corners of the tailgate to illuminate the load area and all versions of the S-MAX with LED tail lights eat as standard.
Another new feature to contribute to 'First Class' travelling comfort is the Premium Sound System, which can be ordered for the S-MAX with High-Nav or Sony Audio system. Another new feature to Contribute to 'First Class' traveling comfort is the Premium Sound System, Which Can be ordered for the S-MAX High-Nav with Sony or Audio system. DAB radio is also an optional feature. Also DAB radio is an optional feature.
The comfort of passengers in both vehicles was also paramount in enhancing the performance of the climate control system, which now features a new ventilated temperature and humidity sensor mounted in the steering column shroud for more sensitive control of the cabin air. The comfort of Passengers in vehicles Both Was Also paramount in Enhancing the performance of the climate control system, Which now features a new ventilated temperature and humidity sensor mounted in the steering column shroud for more sensitive control of the cabin air.
Additional trademark technologies already available on other Ford models are now being made available on S-MAX and Galaxy for the first time. Already trademark Additional technologies available on Other Ford models are now Being made available on S-MAX and Galaxy for the first time. These include the Rear View Camera, Ford Keyless System and the award-winning Ford EasyFuel capless refuelling system. These include the Rear View Camera, Ford Keyless System and the award-winning Ford EasyFuel capless Refuelling system.
SOPHISTICATED, FLEXIBLE MANUFACTURING SOPHISTICATED, FLEXIBLE MANUFACTURING
As with previous models, the new S-MAX shares the same assembly line with the Galaxy and Mondeo at Ford of Europe's Genk manufacturing facility in Belgium. As with previous models, the new S-MAX shares the same assembly line with the Galaxy and Mondeo at Ford of Europe's Genk manufacturing facility in Belgium. A highly sophisticated, flexible and lean manufacturing process allows Ford to adjust the sequence and production quantity of different vehicles within its large and luxury car range, ensuring that it can respond very quickly to changes in customer demand. A highly sophisticated, flexible and lean manufacturing process to adjust the Ford Allows sequence and production Quantity of STI Within Different vehicles and large luxury car range, Ensuring That It Can Respond Quickly to Changes in very customer demand.
More than 12 million vehicles have been built at the Genk plant since it opened in 1964. More than 12 million vehicles built Have Been at the Genk plant Since it Opened in 1964. The Belgian facility is one of the most modern vehicle assembly plants in Europe, and a cornerstone of Ford of Europe's lean manufacturing strategy. The Belgian facility is one of the most modern vehicle assembly plants in Europe, and a Cornerstone of Ford of Europe's lean manufacturing strategy. It currently employs some 5,000 employees. Currently it employs 5.000 Some Employees.
PIONEERING NEW TECHNOLOGY Pioneering NEW TECHNOLOGY
"S-MAX and Galaxy were the first Ford vehicles to include elements of our 'kinetic design' styling theme," added John Fleming, "More importantly, they began to change the way that many people thought about the Ford brand. "S-MAX and Ford Galaxy Were The first vehicles to include elements of Our 'kinetic design' styling theme," added John Fleming, "More importantly, They Began to change the way many people That Thought About the Ford brand.
"As they sit alongside Mondeo at the top of the Ford range in Europe, it is essential that we use these models again as pioneers for the introduction of new and innovative technologies that will characterise Ford's ambitious product launch calendar for 2010," said Mr Fleming. "As They sit Alongside Mondeo at the top of the Ford range in Europe, it is essential That We Use These models again as pioneers for the introduction of new and Innovative Technologies That Will characterise Ford's Ambitious product launch calendar for 2010," said Mr Fleming .
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