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Used Ford B-Max I: the buying guide

MPV · 2012–2017 · Petrol, Diesel

✓ 14 sources cited · updated on 13 October 2026

Good choice, check first
Reliability
4.0/5
Estimated monthly cost
€283/month
Indicative prices
€5,500 – €7,500

3 known faults

Photo: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

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Ford B-Max I, front three-quarter view

Photo: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Verdict

Good choice, check first

Small people carrier rated 5 Euro NCAP stars in 2012, with no centre pillar thanks to its sliding rear doors. The sensitive points are the PowerShift automatic gearbox (jolts reported) and the belt running in oil on the 1.0 EcoBoost, whose service history must be checked. Manual versions remain the preferred choice.

Reliability
4.0/5
Indicative prices
€5,500 – €7,500
Monthly cost
€283
Euro NCAP
5/5

Which version to choose

Versions to favour: 1.0 EcoBoost 120, 1.5 TDCi 75.

  • 1.0 EcoBoost 100

    Petrol · Manual · 100 hp · Crit'Air 1

    Three-cylinder turbo with 170 Nm, 13 s from 0 to 100 km/h according to Fiches-auto. Wet belt to be checked.

    Engine: Ford 1.0 EcoBoost (Fox)

    Verdict on this engine: Buy with care

  • 1.0 EcoBoost 120

    ✓ Recommended

    Petrol · Manual · 120 hp · 4.9 L/100 km · Crit'Air 1

    Same engine at 120 hp (11.1 s from 0 to 100 km/h according to Fiches-auto). Wet belt to be checked.

    Engine: Ford 1.0 EcoBoost (Fox)

    Verdict on this engine: Buy with care

  • 1.4 90

    Petrol · Manual · 90 hp · Crit'Air 1

    Naturally aspirated four-cylinder with 90 hp and 130 Nm, 13.7 s from 0 to 100 km/h according to Fiches-auto.

  • 1.6 Ti-VCT 105 PowerShift

    Petrol · Automatic · 105 hp · Crit'Air 1

    PowerShift dual-clutch automatic gearbox, reported for jolts: an extended test drive is essential.

  • 1.5 TDCi 75

    ✓ Recommended

    Diesel · Manual · 75 hp · 4.1 L/100 km · 109 g CO₂/km · Crit'Air 2

    75 hp diesel, 4.1 L/100 km and 109 g/km of CO2 on the combined cycle according to AutoScout24.

  • TDCi 95

    Diesel · Manual · 95 hp · Crit'Air 2

    95 hp diesel, 215 Nm, 13 s from 0 to 100 km/h according to Motoreu.

Market prices

€5,500 – €7,500

Indicative range: 2012 to 2017, yearly medians of 224 online listings collected by iAutos (years with at least 3 listings).

Collected on 20 October 2026 from the sources below. Our own survey of listings, by year and mileage, will refine it.

Known faults

PowerShift gearbox: jolts and harsh gear changes

Severity 2/3 · Costly

The PowerShift dual-clutch automatic gearbox (notably on the 1.6 Ti-VCT 105) is the most cited fault: jolts when stopping or pulling away, hesitations, harsh shifts, sometimes an inability to engage a gear, often from 20,000 miles according to Autodoc. Auto Express notes that severe jolts have affected some versions and that lasting remedies are hard to find; Honest John reports jolts that return after the control module is replaced.

Versions
1.6 Ti-VCT 105 PowerShift
Onset
not documented
Repair
not documented

Wet timing belt of the 1.0 EcoBoost

Severity 2/3 · Costly

On the 1.0 EcoBoost, the belt runs in oil and can degrade over time, risking contamination of the lubrication circuit (WhoCanFixMyCar, Parkers). WhoCanFixMyCar puts the average replacement cost at around 893 GBP. Require proof of replacement and consistent servicing.

Versions
1.0 EcoBoost 100, 1.0 EcoBoost 120
Onset
not documented
Repair
not documented

Battery and electrical faults

Severity 1/3 · Annoying

ADAC statistics reported by Car-recalls.eu cite the battery (2013-2015 registrations) and the fuel pump (2013) among common faults. Auto Express indicates that electrical faults are the most frequent, and WhoCanFixMyCar advises checking the battery and alternator in case of slow starting.

Versions
1.0 EcoBoost 100, 1.0 EcoBoost 120, 1.4 90, 1.6 Ti-VCT 105 PowerShift, 1.5 TDCi 75, TDCi 95
Onset
not documented
Repair
not documented

All faults by version and mileage →

Manufacturer recalls

See the official list on RappelConso (new tab) (French government recall site: category “Automobiles et moyens de déplacement”, search “Ford B-Max”). A dealer for the brand can also check, using the vehicle identification number (VIN), that recalls have been carried out.

Real monthly cost

Fuel, insurance, maintenance and depreciation, excluding finance. Move the slider to match your mileage. How it is calculated

Monthly cost by item
Fuel or electricity€121
Insurance€67
Maintenance€34
Depreciation€61
Total per month€283

⚠ Estimates to treat with caution

  • NEDC consumption (older, more optimistic than WLTP) as no WLTP figure is published: fuel is probably slightly underestimated.
  • Insurance: average for a closely related model (other generation or same platform).
  • Maintenance: published servicing price plus an estimated allowance for tyres and brakes.
  • Maintenance: budget of a closely related model.
  • Depreciation estimated at 12% of the median price a year, as no year-by-year valuation is usable.
Calculation details (12,000 km a year)
Fuel (petrol)€121

1.0 EcoBoost 120 version: combined consumption of 4.9 L/100 km, increased by 15% for real-world driving, at 2.14 €/L, for 1,000 km a month.

4.9 × 1.15 × 2.14 € × 10 = €121

Petrol price (SP95-E10): French national average on 7 October 2026.

Insurance€67

Average monthly premium published for this model by insurance comparison sites (comprehensive cover when stated). Your premium depends on your profile.

Maintenance€34

Servicing and wear parts (tyres, brakes) for 12,000 km a year, per month.

Depreciation€61

Value lost in a year by a typical example, from the valuation gap between two years, per month.

Inspection checklist

Things to check

  • Long test drive of the PowerShift version: starting and manoeuvring at low speed without jolts or warning lights; if it shudders, walk away.
  • 1.0 EcoBoost: require invoices for the timing belt replacement and for regular servicing.
  • Test the cold start and the condition of the battery.
  • Check the operation and closing of the sliding rear doors, including on a slope.
  • Look for traces of moisture in the boot and under the carpets.

Questions to ask the seller

  • Has the timing belt of the 1.0 EcoBoost been replaced? When, and at what mileage?
  • Has the PowerShift gearbox been repaired or updated (clutch, control module)?
  • Has the battery been changed, and is the service book up to date?

Test-drive tip: read the fault codes

A warning light that is off proves nothing: a fault may have been cleared just before the viewing. A Bluetooth OBD2 scanner, plugged in under the steering wheel and read on your phone, shows stored codes and whether all emissions readiness tests have run since the last reset.

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Electric or hybrid equivalent

No direct electric or hybrid equivalent in our guides. Simulate combustion vs electric cost

Alternatives

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Volkswagen Golf Sportsvan

I · 2014–2020

Good choice, check first
Price
€9,745 – €16,970
Reliability
4/5
Fuel types
Petrol, Diesel

Photo: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0

Citroën C3 Aircross

I · 2017–2024

Extra caution
Price
€8,980 – €14,895
Reliability
2.5/5
Fuel types
Petrol, Diesel

Photo: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0

Renault Captur

I · 2013–2019

Good choice, check first
Price
€7,000 – €12,000
Reliability
4/5
Fuel types
Petrol, Diesel

Photo: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0

Opel Crossland X

I · 2017–2024

Buy with care
Price
€9,000 – €14,000
Reliability
3/5
Fuel types
Petrol, Diesel

Before you buy: check and equip

Check the history

Before paying, check the administrative status (lien, objection, declared claims) and the mileage recorded at the roadworthiness test.

Read fault codes

An OBD scanner plugged in under the steering wheel shows stored fault codes, even with warning lights off: useful during the test drive.

Parts and maintenance

Compare prices of parts for the Ford B-Max I (timing, brakes, filters) to estimate the repairs to plan for.

Insure the car

Insurance prices vary widely from one model to another: get a quote before signing.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Ford B-Max reliable?

WhoCanFixMyCar describes it as generally reliable, with precautions for the PowerShift automatic versions and the wet belt of the 1.0 EcoBoost.

What Euro NCAP rating did the Ford B-Max achieve?

Five stars in August 2012, with 83% overall protection according to Fleet News and The Auto Channel.

What is the boot capacity of the Ford B-Max?

318 litres according to Motoreu (325 litres on other specifications), up to 1,386 litres with the rear seat folded.

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