Ford Galaxy 1995 - 2006 - Used, advantages, disadvantages

Ford Galaxy

1995 saw the launch of the first Ford mini-vehicle in collaboration with the Volkswagen Group. The Ford Galaxy is almost identical to the VW Sharan and Seat Alhambra. It was the flagship monovolumen in the 810s due to its good usability, easy handling and good performance. The five-seater luggage compartment volume is 2600 liters, while the rear seats overlap with XNUMX liters.

From the standard equipment the Galaxy Galaxy comes with ABS and driver and passenger airbags. Since 2000, side airbags have been included in the equipment, while air curtains and stability controls are still payable separately. Aspen models are standard models with eight speakers and portable rear seats. The GXL models come with seven seats, additional front seat swivel and electrically adjustable mirrors. Ghia models include aluminum wheels and a heated windshield. In 1999, LX and Zetec replaced Aspen and GLX models. They all come with seven seats. Ghia X model offers fog lights, cruise control, temperature control. The Si models look very sporty with alloy wheels, side sills, spoilers and sport seats.

The Ford Galaxy engine range is rich. The best choice is a V6 engine. The 2.0 engine struggles a lot when the boot is full but is economical. The 2,3 16V is a good choice if you doubt the performance of the V6 engine and the economical 2.0 engine. The most popular engine is the 110hp diesel, which is also the most economical. It is one of the best minivans in the used car market with good road holding.

Errors that occur with the code Ford The Galaxy are: the front axle is worn, the diesel engine has been recalled due to the timing belt, turbocharger errors are also more common than its competitors. In 1996, there was a four-cylinder engine exhaust failure. The reliability of the Ford Galaxy was improved by a redesign in 2000 when the car got a better body and more engines were offered.
However, problems with rusting of the exhaust system and bearing parts still occur, problems with the brakes also occur, the front axle joints are often damaged.

The V6 engine consumes 15 liters per 100 kilometers, while the diesel consumes significantly less 8 liters per 100 kilometers.

Advantages - Ford Galaxy

• Udobnost
• Spaciousness

Mane - Ford Galaxy

• Exhaust system rusting
• Rusting of load-bearing parts
• Toothed Timing Belts (First Models)
• Front axle wear
• Brake problems (first models)
• High fuel economy
• Wind noise
• Bad steering wheel
• The height of the lights should be adjusted frequently

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