Ford Galaxy

Ford Galaxy in Nigeria

The MPV was first introduced in the mid-1980s, but its heyday was in the 1990s when Ford led the pack.

In 1995, Ford, as the master of economical family transportation, released the first Galaxy in collaboration with the Volkswagen Group, which supplied its variations (the VW Sharan and SEAT Alhambra). Ford, on the other hand, went its way with the second-generation Galaxy, which debuted in 2006, and the Mk3, which debuted in 2015.

While this model resembles its predecessor in appearance, it is a whole new vehicle with cutting-edge safety and driver-assistance features, as well as great connectivity.

It's no surprise that the Galaxy is the most popular car in its class, which translates to a lot of sales on the used market.

Specifications of this model

Which one should You buy?

The majority of Galaxies have a diesel engine, which is a good thing because the petrol engines aren't as efficient. Experts recommend a diesel engine with whichever gearbox suits you best since the manual gearbox is good but the automatic is also good.

The Zetec comes standard with 17-inch alloy wheels and an eight-inch infotainment screen with Bluetooth and DAB radio. Front and rear parking sensors, power-folding door mirrors, dual-zone climate control, keyless entry, and an automatic parking brake are among the features.

Automatic lighting and wipers, privacy glass, GPS, cruise control and speed limiter, traffic sign recognition, and lane-keep assist are all included in the Titanium model. Finally, the Titanium X has a panoramic roof, leather trim, motorized front seats, a rear parking camera, a motorized tailgate, and a self-parking system as standard equipment.

Alternatives to the Ford Galaxy Mk3

The Chrysler Grand Voyager, Renault Espace, and Peugeot 807 were all direct competitors in earlier versions of the Galaxy, but the Mk3 has less.

The Ford S-MAX, which is less capacious but better to drive, is one of the most capable, while the SEAT Alhambra and its VW cousin, the Sharan, provide spaciousness, decent performance, and refined comfort. The Citroen Grand C4 Picasso (now the Grand C4 SpaceTourer) is also worth a look; it doesn't have as much capacity as the Grand C4 Picasso, but it has a slick cabin with plenty of kid-friendly features.

Consider the Nissan X-Trail, Land Rover Discovery Sport, or Hyundai Santa Fe if you want to join the SUV throng. All come with three rows of seats but have less space in the cabin than the Galaxy.

What to look for in the Ford Galaxy

1. Spare wheel: Unlike many current cars, the Galaxies all come with a space-saving spare wheel instead of a "mobility kit."
2. All-wheel drive: Only the manual-gearbox 2.0 TDCi 150 and the auto-gearbox 2.0 TDCi 180 were available with a four-wheel drive.
3. Electrics: Although the reliability appears to be good, the electrics can fail, so make sure everything works as it should and keep an eye out for warning lights.
4. Hard use: Many Galaxies have been utilized as taxis in town, resulting in worn suspension and brakes, as well as probably substantial cabin wear.

Do you want to get your Ford Galaxy?

In recent years, purchasers have shifted away from MPVs in favor of more adaptable SUVs. However, if you need to seat up to seven people regularly, or if you want something with a large cargo bay and great mobility, an MPV like the Galaxy is likely to tick all the boxes – and then some.

Apart from the automobile's size, the prospect of driving a car that steers like a commercial truck is enough to turn off potential purchasers. But don't worry; try one out and you'll see why Galaxy owners think it's out of this world. In Nigeria, Cars45 is a dependable source for yours. Now is the time to go.