2011 Ford S-MAX, Galaxy to Debut at 2010 Brussels Motor Show

Ford has just announced that its new S-MAX and Galaxy will officially debut at the 2010 Brussels Show on January 13. Both models are featuring new interior materials and features plus upgraded engines, specifically optimized for improved fuel efficiency and reduced emissions.

Both ranges will include a 2.0-liter EcoBoost petrol engine that develops 203 horsepower. The 2.0-liter Duratorq TDCi diesel that generates either 140 or 163 horsepower, is also available. Ford's PowerShift double wet-clutch transmission system is now available for the first time on Ford's large car range and is offered as standard for the EcoBoost petrol engine and option for diesel configurations.

"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.

"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 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."

The full list of specifications will be released at a later date, closer to the official launch in early 2010.