How much is a 2020 Ford S-MaxDiesel worth in Ireland?

The median asking price for a 2020 Ford S-MaxDiesel on the Irish used-car market is around €28,900, based on 3 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2020 Ford S-Max depreciate per year?

A Ford S-Max loses roughly 16.5% 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 2020 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 2020 Ford S-MaxDiesel?

This page estimates annual running costs for a 2020 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-Max2020

Diesel

€29,200ROI listing median

31 days avg on market · Low data confidence

Normal DemandLimited Data

Listing price range

€29k – €29k

25th to 75th percentile

Listings

ROI active now

Updated 5h ago · ROI · Low confidence

Median listing price

€28,900

private sale ~€27,074 Pricing assumptionsAssumptions· Good condition, full service history· No outstanding finance or damage· Based on ads seen in the past 30 days

Est. trade-in

€20,230 – €24,565

15–30% below private sale

Avg mileage

119k km

typical 115k km

Days listed

31d

avg on market · demand 58/100

AI Market Summary

Spacious seven-seater family MPV with strong towing capacity and practical interior — genuinely useful for larger families or active lifestyles.
Pricing has jumped sharply year-on-year; check comparable petrol S-Max or used Renault Grand Scenic for value. Diesel fuel costs offset mpg gains on Irish commutes.
DPF clogging and EGR carbon buildup are common around current mileage (115k km). Budget €800–€1,200 for DPF work if warning lights appear; verify recent forced regeneration history.
Before purchase, request full service history proving regular oil changes and DPF maintenance — poor-quality fuel or neglected servicing accelerates injector and filter problems.
Fuel injector stiction worsens with inferior diesel; insist on pre-purchase diagnostic scan covering all three cylinders' injection systems for fault codes.

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Analysis & Insights

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Vehicle specification

Manufacturer WLTP data

Power

148 bhp

Torque

350 Nm

273 lb·ft

0–62 mph

10.8s

123 mph top

Engine

2.0L

2000 cc

Boot space

700L

2020L folded

Seats

5 doors

Fuel economy & emissions

Combined

56.5 mpg

5 L/100km

Urban

50.4 mpg

Extra urban

61.4 mpg

CO₂

129 g/km

EURO 6

Fuel tank

70L

Dimensions

Length

4.80m

4796 mm

Width

1.92m

Height

1.66m

Wheelbase

2.85m

Kerb weight

1,650 kg

2,530 kg gross

Safety & ownership

Euro NCAP

★★★★★

Adult 87% · Child 87%

Insurance

Group 20E

Warranty

3 years

60,000 miles

Reliability & Safety Recalls

Ford S-Max 2020

Reliability

3/5

The 2020 Ford S-Max diesel is a practical family MPV with a proven 2.0 TDCi engine, but ownership can be expensive due to diesel servicing costs and potential DPF/EGR issues. Fuel economy is good for the class, though real-world figures often disappoint on short urban journeys. Parts availability is reasonable and independent repair options are plentiful in Ireland.

Known issues

DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging on vehicles driven primarily in urban/short journeys, requiring forced regeneration or replacement at €800–€1,200
EGR valve carbon buildup leading to rough idle, limp-mode activation, and potential engine warning lights around 80,000–120,000 km
Fuel injector stiction causing cold-start difficulty and rough running, especially if poor-quality diesel used
Turbocharger wastegate rattle on acceleration (mainly pre-2021 TDCi units), though usually not catastrophic
AdBlue system faults and faulty level sensors, occasionally preventing engine start if warning ignored
Gearbox judder or hesitation in 6-speed manual on low-speed manoeuvres (less common in automatic variant)

Good for

Excellent fuel economy (45–55 mpg real-world on mixed driving) and low CO₂ emissions for the class
Spacious, practical interior with flexible seating for families and genuine 7-seat comfort
Strong towing capacity (2,000 kg braked) and stable motorway cruising
Robust Ford 2.0 TDCi engine platform with widespread parts availability and independent specialist support

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