323 Used Ford S-Max cars for sale

Ford S-Max2014 (64) - 2.0 TDCi 140 Titanium 5dr

£4,000

2L
146.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
People Carrier

Wheel Easy Ltd

01271442531 *

Ford S-Max2017 - 2.0 TDCi Titanium Sport Powershift Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£11,388

Finance available £232 pm

2L
76.9K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
People Carrier

The Car Traders

02037808158 *

3.8/5 Stars

Ford S-Max2019 (69) - 1.5T EcoBoost ST-Line MPV 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (165 ps)

£15,499

Finance available £304 pm

1.5L
48.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
People Carrier

Hilton Car Supermarket Milton Keynes

01908049370 *

Ford S-Max2020 - 2.0 EcoBlue ST-Line MPV 5dr Diesel Auto Euro 6 (s/s) (190 ps)

£20,780

2L
42.2K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
People Carrier

drivedirect Bury St Edmunds

01284331263 *

4.4/5 Stars

Ford S-Max2016 (16) - 2.0 TDCi 180 Titanium 5dr Powershift Diesel Estate

Low Mileage

£10,896

2L
70.7K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
People Carrier

Vertu Ford Cheltenham

01452227297 *

4.6/5 Stars

Ford S-Max2011 (60) - 2.0T EcoBoost Titanium X Sport Powershift Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£6,895

2L
68.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
People Carrier

A1 Car Shop Ltd

01462412937 *

Ford S-Max2014 (14) - 2.0 TDCi Zetec MPV 5dr Diesel Powershift Euro 5 (140 ps)

Low Mileage

£5,980

2L
66.4K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
People Carrier

Car Capital Ltd

02038933681 *

Ford S-Max2012 (12) - 2.0 TDCi Titanium MPV 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (163 ps)

£4,000

2L
139.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
People Carrier

SPIRIT MOTOR COMPANY LIMITED

01204968919 *

Ford S-Max2020 (70) - 2.0 EcoBlue Titanium MPV 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£17,400

Finance available £359 pm

2L
35.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
People Carrier

Big Motoring World Sheffield

01145510576 *

Ford S-Max2017 (17) - 2.0 TDCi Titanium Sport MPV 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (180 ps)

£8,700

2L
118.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
People Carrier

Carworld Supermarket

01733794246 *

4/5 Stars

Ford S-Max2019 - 2.0 EcoBlue Zetec [Euro 6]

£11,150

2L
73.1K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
People Carrier

Jack Ford Motors Ltd

01918237731 *

Ford S-Max2019 (19) - 2.0 EcoBlue ST-Line MPV 5dr Diesel Auto Euro 6 (s/s) (190 ps)

£15,440

2L
83.5K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
People Carrier

Dace Specialist Car Centre Manchester

01612417068 *

4.8/5 Stars

Ford S-Max2013 (63) - 2.0 TDCi Titanium X Sport MPV 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (163 ps)

Reduced

£8,500

2L
81.3K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
People Carrier

Premier Motor Collection

01143089153 *

Ford S-Max2011 (61) - 2.0 TDCi Titanium X Sport Powershift Euro 5 5dr

Low Mileage

£5,995

2L
73.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
People Carrier

Affordable Cars

01234230806 *

4/5 Stars

Ford S-Max2011 (61) - 2.0 TDCi 163 Titanium 5dr

£1,995

2L
166.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
People Carrier

MY ISHAQ LTD

01217525785 *

0/5 Stars

Ford S-Max2016 (KS) - 2.0 TDCi Titanium Sport MPV 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (stop/start) (180 ps)

£10,500

Finance available £212 pm

2L
96.5K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
People Carrier

RDM Direct

01283241526 *

4.5/5 Stars

Ford S-Max2023 (73) - 2.5 FHEV 190 ST-Line 5dr CVT

£28,988

Finance available £575 pm

2.5L
21.1K
Miles
Hybrid
Automatic
People Carrier

Allen Ford Romford

01708203915 *

Ford S-Max2014 - 2.0 TDCi 140 Titanium 5dr Powershift

£1,995

2L
149.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
People Carrier

Car World Motors Ltd

01924668250 *

Ford S-Max2017 - 2.0 Tdci Vignale MPV 5dr Diesel Powershift Euro 6 s/s 210 Ps

£13,395

2L
68.9K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

EMG Motor Group Duxford

01223650664 *

4.7/5 Stars

Ford S-Max2014 (14) - 2.0 TDCi 140 Zetec 5dr Powershift

£5,990

2L
520.0K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
People Carrier

EH Traders Ltd

01274059188 *

Why buy a used Ford S-MAX?

If you're in the market for a used car that's practical and designed for family adventures, then a used Ford S-MAX is a great choice. As a former European Car of the Year winner, the S-MAX meets the needs of busy families with its roomy cabin yet enjoyable driving experience. The S-MAX also includes an extensive list of standard equipment and medically-certified comfort seating.

Used Ford S-Max snapshot review

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Pros

Comfortable throughout
Practical interior
Best MPV to drive

Cons

Third row of seats not most spacious
Economy isn’t outstanding
Costs can spiral quickly

Read our Ford S-Max review

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Used Ford S-Max buying guide

Engines and transmissions

Most recent models only come with a self-charging petrol hybrid configuration, but previously there were petrol and diesel powertrains paired with a manual or an automatic gearbox and front- or all-wheel drive.

Petrol

Newer 2.5 Duratec self-charging hybrid configuration produces 187bhp, with a 0-60mph time of 9.5 seconds with fuel economy of up to 44mpg.
Older 1.5-litre EcoBoost petrol engines can also be found on the used market, offering 163bhp and around 35mpg on average.
First-generation Titanium X Sport provides the highest-performing 2.0-litre petrol engine with 236bhp, but this is costlier to run with mpg in the low 30s.

Diesel

Diesel S-MAX models are by far the most populous option on the used market thanks to their improved fuel economy over petrol models
Most recent 2.0-litre EcoBlue diesel offers plenty of performance thanks to 187bhp, but also great fuel economy of up to 45mpg.
Both 1.6-litre and 2.2-litre diesels of the 1st generation S-MAX can be found on the used market

Practicality

As an MPV, there's a huge amount of space inside the S-MAX, making it a top choice as a family vehicle.

Interior space

2-3-2 layout creates seating for seven people, with optional five-passenger models available.
High-mounted seating provides a good view.
Available panoramic glass roof creates more space.
Third row is best suited for children.

Boot space

285-litre boot with all seven seats in place, expanding to 700 litres without the back row.
Keeping only the two front seats with the Easy Fold system allows for 2,020 litres of load area.
Available hands-free tailgate provides easy access to the boot.

Safety

Expired 2015 Euro NCAP rating gave the MPV five stars.
Both adult and child occupant ratings are 87%.
Standard safety kit includes numerous airbags, tyre pressure monitoring and the MyKey system.

Technology

10-inch digital instrument cluster helps the driver stay informed.
8-inch touchscreen display in the centre stack to use with the SYNC infotainment system.
Available ambient lighting helps to personalise the space.

Different generations of used Ford S-Max

The Ford S-MAX was introduced in 2006 to fit between the compact C-MAX MPV and the larger Galaxy. With seven-passenger seating, it became an instant success with families and even went on to win several awards. Now in its second generation, Ford has continued to modernise and upgrade the S-MAX over time, even releasing a luxury Vignale version in 2015.

Second Generation (2015 to 2023)

Ford built the second-generation S-MAX on the Mondeo platform and gave it an updated front shape with a hexagonal grille, swept-back headlights and LED daytime running lamps. A second cooling area was added to the lower bumper and a larger windscreen was fitted to the front for improved visibility. The independent suspension provided comfort for everyone in the cabin, plus improved driving dynamics. The engine lineup was revised with new EcoBoost petrol and TDCi diesel units.

A 2020 update brought more advanced safety technology to the S-MAX. It received a redesigned front end, with unique fog lights and a restyled upper grille. Inside the cabin, the seating was upgraded to be more comfortable and was actually certified by independent tests to be better for passengers' backs.

Fuel type:: Diesel / Hybrid - Petrol/Electric / Petrol
Engine Size:: 1.5 - 2.5
MPG:: 35 - 57
Acceleration:: 8.4 - 13.4 seconds
Boot space:: 285 - 700 L capacity
NCAP Safety rating:: 5 / 5 stars

Greenest
2.5 FHEV 190 Titanium 5dr CVT
Cheapest
1.5 EcoBoost Zetec 5dr
Fastest
2.0 EcoBoost 5dr Auto

First Generation (2006 to 2014)

The S-MAX was originally introduced as a sportier alternative to the full-size Galaxy people carrier. Its original design combined curved lines with narrow, sharp edges and flared wheel arches. Faux extracting vents were placed at the front to give it a more aggressive look.

During a 2010 redesign, Ford enhanced the front grille and bumper. The company also added new LED lights and a unique rear tailgate that appealed to enthusiasts.

Fuel type:: Diesel / Petrol
Engine Size:: 1.6 - 2.5
MPG:: 29 - 54
Acceleration:: 7.4 - 13.4 seconds
Boot space:: 285 L capacity
NCAP Safety rating:: 5 / 5 stars

Greenest
1.6 EcoBoost Zetec 5dr [Start Stop]
Cheapest
2.0 LX 5dr
Fastest
2.5T Zetec 5dr

Used Ford S-Max FAQ's

Which is the most popular engine in the Ford S-MAX?

The diesel engines have been the most popular by far, in particular the 2.0-litre EcoBlue diesel. Consumers appreciate the balance of efficiency and power that these engines offer. While there are some petrol or self-charging hybrid engines on the used market, they are more difficult to find.

Which are the most popular trim levels?

New S-MAX models are found in three trims: Titanium, ST-Line and Vignale. The Titanium trim is the most popular to buy as a used car due to its lower price and standard cruise control.

What optional extras should I look out for?

Customers should look out for the various types of wheel designs that make the S-MAX appear more stylish. The vehicle can also be equipped with sleek silver roof rails and adaptive LED headlights. Customers should also look out for models with a premium sound system for enhanced music clarity.

Is the Ford S-MAX a good family car?

Yes, with seating available for seven people, the S-MAX has proven to be a great choice of vehicle for families. The seating can be altered, allowing for more boot space if cargo needs to be loaded. Used models can also be found at reasonable prices, helping families to stick to a budget.

Is there a hybrid version of the Ford S-MAX?

Yes, with the newest lineup, Ford offers a self-charging hybrid configuration of the S-MAX. This is designed to increase fuel efficiency and offer a smooth driving experience.

Is the Ford S-MAX available as an automatic?

Ford has offered both manual and automatic gearboxes with the S-MAX models. With used models, the manual gearbox is more popular, but it's not hard to find the automatic variants, though they may cost a bit more to buy.

Is there a four-wheel drive version available?

Ford did offer all-wheel drive on select S-MAX models, although they are rarer on the used market. However, the majority of the MPVs came equipped with front-wheel drive, which is what most vehicles in this segment have.

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