The new models have interior and exterior design changes and also feature the new, high efficiency 2.0 EcoBoost petrol engine. An improved version of the TDCi 2.0 engine is also included in the range for both vehicles.
The new S-MAX is available in Ireland in three trim levels - Zetec, Titanium and Titanium S. A special launch model for €29,995 has steel wheels, front electric windows, manual air conditioning, cruise control and ESP.
Similarly, the new Galaxy is available in three trim levels - Zetec; Ghia; and Titanium - starting at €31,495.
The 115hp 2.0 diesels are C rated, while the 140hp versions are D rated. The 203hp Titanium ECOboost 2.0 petrol engine is E rated.