1999 Ford Galaxy review from UK and Ireland
"A real looker, excellent family car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Air conditioning unit blew after 14,000 miles.
No other reported problems.
General comments?
Although the car is slow to take off, this could be due to the automatic gearbox, it's a nice car and runs well. Never, ever overtake on a hill, or you will just look stupid! The acceleration is just too slow in this model.
The seats are heavy so don't take them out too often! But when its empty it goes like a rocket!
Don't buy one with the beige interior, its gets dirty with the children and their muddy boots, and takes a good hour to clean inside.
Heated front and rear windscreen a real bonus, it clears in seconds in the winter.
A pain to park in small spaces, but that's the same with every large car.
Ours is a diesel, and I would say its great on the fuel for a large car. Approx £10 for 110 miles.
We've not had ours long, but we have had nothing go wrong with it so far.
Id highly recommend the automatic diesel, it's a super, roomy car with everything you need for a large family. It has turned many a head!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | Tdi Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 13000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 22500 miles |
| Previous car | Vauxhall Zafira |
| Date of Entry | 13th December, 2003 |