How much is a 2018 Ford S MaxDiesel worth in Ireland?

The median asking price for a 2018 Ford S MaxDiesel on the Irish used-car market is around €17,475, based on 6 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2018 Ford S Max depreciate per year?

A Ford S Max loses roughly 14.1% of its value per year on the Irish used-car market based on Carintel.ie's regression across active listings.

Is it cheaper to import a 2018 Ford S Max from Northern Ireland?

It depends on spec, mileage and CO2. Carintel.ie compares ROI median prices against Northern Ireland listings' landed cost, including VRT, NOx levy and registration fees, so you can see the saving at a glance on this page.

What are the running costs of a 2018 Ford S MaxDiesel?

This page estimates annual running costs for a 2018 Ford S MaxDiesel using WLTP consumption data, current Irish fuel and electricity prices, and Irish motor tax bands.

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Market Intelligence

Ford S Max2018

Diesel

€15,975ROI listing median

20 days avg on market · Low data confidence

Normal DemandLimited Data

Listing price range

€14k – €20k

25th to 75th percentile

Listings

ROI active now

Updated 8h ago · ROI · Low confidence

Median listing price

€15,975

private sale ~€15,451 Pricing assumptionsAssumptions· Good condition, full service history· No outstanding finance or damage· Based on ads seen in the past 30 days

Est. trade-in

€9,765 – €11,858

15–30% below private sale

Avg mileage

198k km

typical 195k km

Days listed

20d

avg on market · demand 58/100

AI Market Summary

Seven-seater practicality and refined diesel economy make this a solid family hauler; spacious cabin appeals to buyers needing genuine third-row seats.
Median mileage sits 20k km above typical Irish usage for this age — verify service history and check for transmission wear before committing.
Ford's 2.0 TDCi diesel is proven reliable in S-Max; no widespread engine issues recorded for 2018 model year, but inspect turbo condition given mileage.
Get a pre-purchase inspection focused on automatic gearbox health — listen for hesitation between gears and test all three rows under load during a test drive.
Market pricing up 9.6% year-on-year; at median €15,975 this sits fairly valued for condition and mileage, though high-mileage examples warrant negotiation.

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Analysis & Insights

Price Analysis Costs Import Recalls & Info

Vehicle specification

Verified spec data

Power

177 bhp

180 PS

Torque

400 Nm

295 lb·ft

0–62 mph

9.7s

131 mph top

Engine

2.0L

2000 cc

Fuel economy & emissions

Combined

56.5 mpg

Urban

50.4 mpg

Extra urban

61.4 mpg

NOx

21 mg/km

Import levy: €105

Fuel tank

70L

Dimensions

Length

4.80m

4796 mm

Width

1.92m

Height

1.66m

Wheelbase

2.85m

Safety & ownership

Euro NCAP

★★★★★

Adult 87% · Child 87%

Insurance

Group 24E

Warranty

3 years

60,000 miles

Reliability & Safety Recalls

Ford S Max 2018

Reliability

3/5

The 2018 Ford S-Max diesel is a capable family MPV with a generally robust 2.0 TDCi engine, but it suffers from some common Ford diesel issues including DPF problems and occasional gearbox concerns. Ownership experience is mixed—many owners report good long-term reliability with proper maintenance, while others face costly repairs. It represents reasonable value for money as a used family vehicle if well-maintained history is verified.

Known issues

DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging and regeneration issues, particularly on low-mileage or urban-driven vehicles
EGR valve carbon buildup causing rough idle and limp mode, requiring expensive cleaning or replacement
Automatic transmission (PowerShift or 6-speed manual) juddering at low speeds or harsh gear changes
Turbocharger bearing wear and premature failure, especially in vehicles with poor service history
Fuel injector deposits and occasional injector failure causing rough running and poor starting
DPF sensor faults causing false regeneration cycles and reduced fuel economy

Good for

Spacious seven-seat family transport with practical interior layout
Reasonable fuel economy on motorway driving with the diesel engine (40–48 mpg typical)
Good towing capacity (up to 2,000 kg braked) for holidays and caravans
Comfortable ride quality and relatively low running costs when DPF is not problematic

Years to avoid: 2012, 2013, 2014

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