Ford Galaxy road tests and consumer car reviews

Ford Galaxy 2007

I’m having so many problem with this car having just done 82000 miles.

Ford Galaxy Ghia V6 Auto 2003

I no longer own this car thank god, but I thought I would write a review to warn you all! I bought the top range Galaxy knowing it would be thirsty but assured it would be a smooth, fast cruiser, it was none of these (except the thirsty bit). Okay, it was fairly fast but not what you would expect from 200+ bhp. The handling was poor, the engine lumpy, the auto-box was jerky, the air conditioning kept failing, the doors started rusting at 2 years old...Need I go on? Don’t assume I hate this breed of car, I had a SEAT Alhambra before this which was great. I may of course have had a lemon one-off but I couldn’t wait to get rid (I couldn’t even trade it in at most places, they wouldn’t have a v6 Galaxy at any price!)

Ford Galaxy 1.8 ls 2007

I would love to be able to recommend this car to everyone. It drives really nicely, especially on long journeys. No understeer going into corners and makes me feel safe. Good space inside the car and is great for family holidays. Two problems with it, when accelerating hard the engine hesitates mid-acceleration. This is really dangerous when pulling out of junctions. You need to change your driving style to compensate. The other problem is that the engine blew up at just over 60k. Bought this car from new, Ford have always serviced it and I regularly check oil level. Never needed to top up but Ford insist that I must have run the engine without oil at some point, nonsense. However, being over three years old and also over 60k they refuse any good will what so ever. Very poor £4k to replace a diesel which should last for over 150k. Ford will lose out in the long run as this will be the last new Ford I buy. No confidence in them any more. A shame.

Ford Galaxy 115 TD Zetec 2002

Bought this car second hand at 75k now done 130k. Great size, ride and powerful, economical diesel engine. This car has been an absolute money pit. Power steering faults eventually traced to alternator clutch failure. Air con failures x3, don’t even waste your money trying to fix will only fail again. Scuffs out front tyres like you wouldn’t believe. Waterpump failure at 111K nearly cooked her. Intermittent tubo fault since 90k overboosts and goes into limp mode (German engine, can’t blame Ford for this one), at least its only a couple of times a year, pull over turn it off wait a few mins re start it seems to re set itself. Extremely heavy on the front end countless times replacing various, rubbers, bushes attached to wheels. Drive shaft failure. Drivers door lock failure. Very versatile vehicle that you can strip seats out of and can be used like a van. Has towed myself and tribe halfway round Europe on many occassions. Can’t be beaten for size and design but you need very deep pockets to run one, be warned. If I could afford it would like a Toyota Previa, will probably chop it in for a Zafira, clutch is going, enough is enough.

Ford Galaxy TDi Ghia 2006

Bought this car as an ex-demonstrator and have loved it. Been all over Europe in great comfort. Came with multi media system and after six months my girls stated that they did not want to come out with the old un again . Very reliable, only problem was when I removed the rear seats I could not get them in again and had to go to the dealer who did it in seconds. Great for carrying people but not shopping. I am waiting to pick up a mark 3 (2008) hope it is just as good. Fantastic car.

Ford Galaxy TDi 1999

A really good car with great space and comfort and drives like a dream. It is good on fuel and never fails to deliver. It always goes, no matter the weather. I’ve taken mine to Germany and she started 1st time even in temperatures of minus 20 degrees centigrade.

Ford Galaxy 1.9 tdi ghia 2001

Have had the car for 9 years, fantastic family car goes really well. Only two problems; air con gone twice(???) very annoying first time replaced under warranty, second had to fork out a lot of money. The second problem is the tyres, seems to go through them very quickly!!! I would love a new shape but a used Galaxy in a ghia is a bit pricey!!! I would love to find a bargin but not possible!!!

Ford Galaxy Ghia 1.9 diesel 2003

I own a 2003 53 plate galaxy 1.9tdi. I’ve now had it six years; a brilliant car, the only fault was that in the front passenger foot well was all wet. It was the pipe joint to the rear washer separated - I pushed it back together and put insulating tape around it… problem solved. I would buy another.

Responses to this review

Disconnect your battery leads and leave for an hour when you reconnect, it should reset worked on mine - Paul Hughes from England

Ford Galaxy Sierra saloon 1989

Other than food (oil) and alcohol (cheapest available) and water he/she gets no especial tlc, not even a ’plug’ change ! Obviously he/she presents him/her-self for the annual test. Always a reliable starter and gives a super-smooth ride on varying road surfaces.

Ford Galaxy Ghia 2009

Only had the vehicle 10 weeks and done 14k. Up to now it has measured up to my expectations, the only disappointment I have had with this vehicle is that it comes with no spare wheel, and there is no option of one. So at the cost of approx &pound200 I have had to purchase a steel wheel and tyre and jack and wheel brace. In the trade that this vehicle is used in along with others that will be sold this is not very acceptable. If I had known before buying the vehicle I probably wouldn’t have.

Responses to this review

If this was purchased new from a Ford Dealership, then the Salesman should have stated that this car does not have a spare wheel, and fully explain to the customer - Keith Ellinor from Essex

I’m looking at getting what they call the ’new shape galaxy’ but have heard that they don’t come with a spare wheel or jack. My question is, is there space for a spare wheel? Please help - Nigel from Hertfordshire

There is no space for a spare wheel, dont’ buy one these they look good from a distance. The silver button on my hand brake fell off and I had to super glue it on, my alarm keeps going off, my air con does not work, the boot lock is made of plastic, the quality is c**p. What ever you do don’t get a flat tyre all you get is a puncture repair kit, really useful. The quality for the money is c**p. The handle you use to close the door loosens off quickly, the silver trim on the out side falls off if the door gets slammed a lot. You have been warned. I will never buy one of these again. Rubbish - Robert Paterson from Scotland

Further more I would like to add if you drive at 35 miles an hour with the rear windows down you get a helicopter chopping sound. On the motor way if you open a window while driving the road noise is prob the worst I have ever heard. I don’t know if these wind deflectors you can buy help but I would not want to buy them in case they don’t work as they cost a fortune. Feel the difference? Who are you kidding Ford? Cheap rubbish. The only good thing to say about this car is the space its fantastic, great for going on holiday in as long as you don’t open a window on the motorway. If the quality was better these would be great cars. To be fair the quality in most cars nowadays isnt good, I think anyway - Robert Paterson from Scotland

Ford Galaxy Zetec TDI 130 PS man 2004

Excellent car. Has never gone wrong in nearly 4 years of driving, reliable, enjoyable to drive, bags of room. Price-to-value and reliability beats the opposition hands down. The gearbox in particular is the smoothest of any car I have ever owned. Sorry to hand it back and just hope the new Galaxy is as good. I can heartily recommend the Ford Galaxy.

Responses to this review

I had a 1.8 TDI Galaxy for 15 months. It was the most economical car I ever owned. Never below 48 mpg on Urban Route and 54 mpg on Motorway Route. Pity it was so unreliable, requiring 5 replacement car batteries within the first 12 months. Leave it for a few days without using it and the battery would be completely flat, and not hold any recharge. Eventually FMC admitted there was a concern via a TSB. My car was attended to as a result of the TSB, and would only give a flat battery after 6 weeks. I got rid of the Car! - Keith Ellinor from Essex

Ford Galaxy 125 BHP Ghia 6 sp 2007

Great drive either on Motorway or secondary roads. Good punchy acceleration. Low down Turbo lag lets it down around town, very refined, economical and comfortable - average 43 mpg over last 15k miles.

Ford Galaxy 2004

3 new clutches.............driver fault from ford uk.......2nd clutch replaced free only after i brought it to ireland and main ford dealer said should be under warranty.......fly wheel slipping.......... anyone else with the same problem e-mail me walshandson@talktalk.net

Ford Galaxy 1.8 TDCi 125 5spd Zetec 5 dr

I love this car. I originally bought it with the wife and kids in mind but have found driving it a real pleasure. It’s a great package and the whole family (including the dog) really enjoy travelling in it. Definitely recommended.