Ford B-MAX cars

About the Ford B-Max

Ford’s range of MPV models is ever-increasing, and if you think the C-Max or S-Max is slightly too big for you then there is a smaller option available. 

In 2012, Ford unveiled the B-Max, a small MPV based on the Fiesta platform. This was a car that became very appealing to those who wanted MPV-like styling and practicality but in a much smaller package. 

The B-Max's party piece is its clever doors, where one opens outwards like a cupboard door and the other slides. This means there is no B-pillar and therefore more space to get in and out – making it especially useful for young children or elderly family members. 

There is a great variety of engines on offer too ranging from petrol to diesel options.  

Is the Ford B-Max reliable?

Being so closely related to the Ford Fiesta, the B-Max should offer high levels of reliability. When it’s been tested for reliability, it's scored highly for low running costs, build quality and strong engine options. 

In terms of safety, the Ford B-Max scored a full five stars, making it one of the safest cars in its class. Standard safety features include electronic stability control (ESC), traction control, and passenger airbags. Some models come with an upgraded safety package that includes autonomous emergency braking.  

What are the Ford B-Max features?

Aside from its cool set of doors, the Ford B-Max is also praised for its impressive levels of interior space, despite being so closely related to the Fiesta supermini. 

There are four different spec options on offer, starting with the entry-level Studio, the mid-range Zetec model, and the range-topping B-Max Titanium and Titanium X models. 

Standard features across the range include LED daytime running lights, front fog lights, air conditioning, and a 4.2-inch display. 

Optional extras available on the top-spec models include a navigation system and a premium eight-speaker Sony sound system. 

What is the Ford B-Max like to drive?

When it comes to engines, there are quite a few options on offer for the Ford B-Max. The entry-level Studio model is available with Ford’s 90hp 1.4-litre engine, but there is also a more powerful 105hp 1.6-litre unit available, which can be configured with an automatic transmission. 

As for diesel engines, there is one, but with two different power outputs. The engine in question is a 1.5-litre TDCi that produces either 75hp or 95hp. Both engines offer a claimed 74.3mpg, making this a great option if you plan on doing longer journeys.  

The pick of the bunch is the newer three-cylinder 1.0-litre EcoBoost engine with 100hp, and there's also a more powerful 125hp variant on offer. This is the best option if you are going to be daily driving the B-Max around a town or city, with the occasional longer journey.