Ford S-MAX 2021 running costs in Sweden
Official UK VCA merged archive figure for the 2021 Ford S-MAX: 6.0–6.4 L/100km, 146–157 g/km CO₂. At Sweden prices (SEK 19.29/L diesel), driving 15,000 km a year costs about SEK 17,361 — SEK 1.16 per kilometre.
Official figures — 2021 Ford S-MAX
| Fuel types | Diesel · Plug In Hybrid |
|---|---|
| Official consumption | 6.0–6.4 L/100km |
| CO₂ (official) | 146–157 g/km |
| Configurations in source data | 2 |
| Data source | UK VCA merged archive — WLTP test cycle |
What it costs to run in Sweden
| Diesel (6.0 L/100km) | SEK 17,361/year |
|---|---|
| besiktning | SEK 500/year |
| Typical annual road tax | SEK 1,200/year |
| Estimated annual running cost | SEK 19,061/year ≈ SEK 1,588/month |
Assumes 15,000 km a year and the current average Sweden prices shown above (EU Oil Bulletin 31 Aug 2026 €1.471/L @ ECB 11.15 ≈ 16.4 kr/L (temporary fuel-tax cut to EU min ends 30 Sep 2026)). Insurance is not included because it depends on your age, history and the policy — add it in the full ownership calculator. Servicing, tyres and repairs also vary by car and driver.
How it compares with other diesel cars in Sweden
The average diesel car in our Sweden dataset uses 5.6 L/100km. The 2021 Ford S-MAX uses 6.0 L/100km — about 7.1% more than that average, or roughly SEK 1,157 extra a year at 15,000 km.
2021 Ford S-MAX — configurations in the official data
| Fuel | Consumption | CO₂ | Engine | Power | Source variant |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 6.0 L/100km | 157 g/km | — | — | 1 versions · WLTP · median 47 mpg (UK) |
| Plug In Hybrid | 6.4 L/100km | 146 g/km | — | — | 1 versions · WLTP · median 44 mpg (UK) |
Figures are the official certified values recorded in the UK VCA merged archive, grouped across 2 configurations. Real-world consumption is typically higher than the certified figure.
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These are estimates built from official certified figures and current average prices. They are not financial advice. Verify the exact figure for the car you are buying — consumption varies by trim, tyres and driving style.