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Packed with the latest technology, the new S-MAX has been specially designed to help make every journey safer, simpler and more engaging for drivers and their passengers.S-MAX has a range of technologies that perfectly suit you and your family’s practical needs – as well as satisfy your desire for some independence.

Human Machine Interface (HMI) and Ford Convers+

This intuitive digital command centre helps you stay in complete control of many of the car’s systems. Featuring a standard, enhanced or Ford Convers+ cluster display, the HMI is operated by two steering wheel-mounted toggles for audio and vehicle settings.

Audio systems

S-MAX has a range of audio options that add a new dimension to your in-car music experience. For example, you can choose the high-performance Sony audio system with a DAB digital radio. There’s also MP3 playback capability (with a Bluetooth® option), as well as an external AUX jack and a USB port for plugging in and controlling your MP3 player.

Touchscreen Navigation PLUS system with USB connectivity

The crown jewel in the centre console, this system is the ultimate in navigation, connectivity and touch-screen convenience and clarity. Being an integrated system, it responds to real-time road speed and the latest traffic conditions to deliver more accurate estimated arrival times and trip information.

Ford Individual Rear Seat Entertainment System (DVD)

Ford S-MAX’s in-car entertainment features a built-in DVD player with two independently-operated 7" LCD screens, remote control and two wireless headphones. So even your most demanding passengers can enjoy their own personal space with movies and computer games. Includes Component AV inputs. (Option on Titanium and Titanium S)

Rear-view camera

Select reverse and the rear-view camera comes on automatically in the DVD navigation display, allowing you to see objects behind your car for safer and easier manoeuvring. Special guidance graphics indicate the distance, width and centre line of the car, based on the steering angle. (Option)

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Forward Alert (FA)

With ACC you can automatically keep your chosen distance from the car in front. Should the car in front slow down and reduce the gap, your speed drops, too. And when traffic speeds up, you automatically return to cruising speed. Meanwhile, FA monitors your distance to the vehicle in front and if you drive too close, a warning noise and flashing light activate.

Blind Spot Information System

This high-tech visual aid is designed to make longer journeys a far more relaxing experience. As another vehicle enters your blind spot, the system alerts you with a discreet warning lamp built into the driver’s door mirror. (Option)

Auto headlights

The lighting technology in S-MAX has been designed to make night-time driving easier, safer and more comfortable. The headlights automatically turn on when the sensors detect a reduction in light conditions (including when the rain-sensing wipers are in use), which means you won’t need to turn them on at dusk, at night, or when you are going through a tunnel.

Park Assist

There are front and rear sensors that make parking and manoeuvring both safer and easier. An audible warning helps you judge the distance between your car and any obstacle behind or in front of you, so you have complete confidence and peace of mind, particularly in tight spaces.

Rain-sensing wipers

With six levels of sensitivity, autowipers on the S-MAX spring into action at the first drop of rain, increasing in speed to deal with whatever the weather may throw at you. Aside from the added convenience, it’s one less thing to think about.

The reassurance you feel when driving an S-MAX is based on its active and passive safety features, which combine in a fully comprehensive system. From the collapsible steering column to help prevent injuries, to clever technology which prevents you from rolling backwards during hill starts, S-MAX has been designed with you and your family’s safety uppermost in mind.

Intelligent Protection System (IPS)

When the S-MAX earns the maximum 5-star Euro NCAP rating for adult occupant safety, you know this is a car that takes safety seriously. With the latest in driver and occupant protection technologies featuring in all S-MAX models, the key element in our passive safety package is the IPS. This includes the following advanced systems, ready to spring into action in a fraction of a second: Airbags for overall protection, 3-point seat belts with pre-tensioners and retractors, Height-adjustable mounts on front seat belts, Seat belt reminder system, An advanced collapsible steering column and retracting pedals that collapse away from the driver to reduce injury in case of impact, Advanced Neck Injury Protection System to help the front passenger avoid whiplash, A rigid steel safety cage that works with side impact door beams to minimise the impact of a collision, Passenger airbag deactivation switch – Dealer fitted, ISOFIX child seat* attachments on outer two seats in the second row, Automatic hazard warning – automatically activated in the event of an accident.

Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) with Traction Assist (TA) and Emergency Brake Assist (EBA)

ESP with TA monitors the rotation of the wheels, as well as the steering wheel angle, yaw angle and sideways movement. If the sensors detect either the front or rear tyres slipping, the onboard computer modifies the engine power and applies the brakes to individual wheels. This provides an enhanced traction control function by reducing engine torque if the wheels spin when you accelerate. Your ability to pull away on slippery roads or loose surfaces is therefore improved while your driving safety is enhanced.EBA ensures full braking force is available whenever necessary, helping reduce stopping distances in an emergency. And, should you need to brake heavily, the Emergency Brake Warning repeatedly flashes the rear brake lights to alert other drivers.

Hill Start Assist (HSA)

HSA prevents you from rolling backwards when making a hill start. After releasing the brake pedal when stationary, the technology keeps the wheels braked, assisting the driver to move away safely.

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Forward Alert (FA)

With ACC you can automatically keep your chosen distance from the car in front. Should the car in front slow down and reduce the gap, your speed drops, too. And when traffic speeds up, you automatically return to cruising speed. Meanwhile, FA monitors your distance to the vehicle in front and if you drive too close, a warning noise and flashing light activate.

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

TMPS with individual wheel sensors continually checks the tyre pressure, providing accurate pressure data, and alerts you before any loss of pressure becomes an issue.

Auto Express; "The S-Max is an MPV with a lot to offer. Cleverly conceived and brilliantly executed, the Ford has very few weaknesses in any area. Families need look no further."