Explore common problems, estimated repair costs and practical checks for the 2016 Ford S-MAX 2.0 Diesel Automatic. Use this guide to help assess a used car, then unlock a personalised report for the exact vehicle you're considering.
Jerky pull-away, delayed engagement, harsh shifts, or a 'Transmission Limited Function' warning.
Pull away gently, then creep in traffic speed and let it shift up and down smoothly.
£2,500
Loss of boost, limp mode, weak acceleration and sometimes a whistle or uneven surge under load.
Accelerate firmly from low revs in a higher gear on an uphill stretch if possible.
£950
Emissions warning, AdBlue messages, engine light, or a restart countdown despite the tank being filled.
Start the car, let the dash complete its checks and drive until fully warm.
£900
It can be, but only if the individual car backs it up. For the 2016 Ford S-MAX 2.0 Diesel Automatic, treat model-level patterns as viewing priorities and let condition, history and inspection evidence decide.
The problem cards above list the model-level checks for this guide. Read them as priorities for inspection and paperwork review, not proof that every example will have those faults.
Look for evidence, not just assurances: MOT advisories, service history, repair invoices, warning lights, fluid leaks, tyre and brake condition, and how the car behaves on a proper test drive. And of course, look at your personalised Should I Buy This Car? report, outlining a full list of common issues in detail, a personalised road test, a plain-English explanation and a MotorIQ score.
The guide above gives you the model-level pattern. A personalised MotorIQ report checks the registration-specific record and turns it into an ownership view before you commit.
Or enter the vehicle manually