Ford B-MAX (2012 - 2017) 1.4 Zetec 5d (2013/13) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

That I drive a car used purely as a functional means of transport, not fussed by style or performance. Looking for reliability, with inexpensive servicing and good parts backup.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Find the side doors very heavy and not impressed by small boot and lack of interior storage.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Possibly not, would want to compare with similar alternatives such as Nissan note before deciding.

What are you likely to buy next?

Consider any model with good access for less mobile older people.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£11,700

When did you buy the car?

April 2014

Did you get a good deal and why?

Traded in old 2008 Ford Fusion for a good price as a regular customer.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

What was the dealer like?

No problems have used them for years.

What's it like to drive?

Quiet, much more so than previous Fusion model, usual smooth transmission and comfortable ride.

What's it like to park?

Easy to park helped by rear parking sensor and light steering.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Seat lowering mechanism on rear seat cushion broke.

What's most practical about your car?

Easy loading due to wide side opening and sliding rear doors.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Rear parking sensor.