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Ford Galaxy 2.0 CAR review

28 July 2006 11:33

A new Galaxy. Where does it fit into Ford's burgeoning array of MPVs?

It's quite simple really. The Galaxy is Ford's top-end people carrier, a genuine seven seater with a tall roof, heaps of cabin space and a big boot. It aims to do for people moving what the Transit does for lugging cargo. The others are the S-Max, a sporty 5+2-seater, and the C-Max, a five-seater based on Focus underpinnings.

Where does VW fit into all this?

Nowhere. Although the first generation Galaxy was a VW Sharan with a Ford makeover, that partnership died with the 11-year old original model. This time around, the Galaxy's mechanical bits are shared with the S-Max, forthcoming new Mondeo and even the Volvo S80.

By: Angus Fitton
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Statistics

How much? £19,495
On sale in the UK: Now
Engine: 1997cc, 4cyl, 16v, 138bhp @ 4000rpm, 236lb ft @ 2000rpm
Transmission: six-speed manual, front wheel drive
Performance: 0-62mph in 10.5secs, 119mph, 41mpg, 169g/km CO2
How heavy / made of? 1933kg / steel
How big (length/width/height in mm)? 4820/1884/1807mm
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CAR's rating

Rated 4 out of 5

Handling

Rated 4 out of 5

Performance

Rated 3 out of 5

Usability

Rated 5 out of 5

Feelgood factor

Rated 3 out of 5

Readers' rating

Rated 2.5 out of 5

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