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We bought a 2007 Galaxy in Ghia trim last Nov with the 2.0 Diesel engine. Fuel consumption is good with it giving an average of 45 mpg combined cycle and 50+mpg at 70mph cruising. The car is great in design and very practical which is what drew us to it in the first place but I do have doubts over the reliability, something which the last model seemed to have built a good reputation for.
I do not want to put anyone off buying a Galaxy because we may have just bought a lemon, but I would certainly not buy another. Would be interesting to hear anyone elses experiences with reliability.
Since buying the car some 11 months ago, we have had the following issues: Front heated screen not working- replaced under warranty, stereo backlight not turning off- replaced three times under warranty, alarm module failure- replaced under warranty. Seat back tables falling off- repaired under warranty, rear door central locking not unlocking (child lock also on so can not open from inside)- chargable repair, bonnet catch not holding closed- chargable repair. Not to mention the numerous times the car fails to start and also the chrome trim that is now peeling off the interior (seen similar reports on the Mondeo for same thing). Oh and the steering makes a cracking sensation down the steering wheel at slow speeds when the weather is cold.
This has been a big disappointment as we bought the car with only 20k on the clock and a full Ford servce history so hoped it would be reliable. Must say the Ford dealer has been really good and bent over backwards to sort out the issues.
We will be looking at the new Sharan when funds allow.
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