Ford is set to unveil new versions of its top-selling S-MAX and Galaxy models at the 2010 Brussels Show in January.

Both new cars feature fresh designs and new interior materials and features, a range of more efficient powertrains and a host of driver focused technologies aimed at improving safety and comfort.

John Fleming, Executive Vice President and Chairman and CEO, Ford of Europe said that both new models have been given a fresh new look and more premium appeal, but it is beneath the skin that the major changes have been made.

The new S-MAX and new Galaxy are the first European Ford models to benefit from the company's global EcoBoost family of direct-injection, turbocharged, petrol engines. These deliver more power and performance from a lower displacement powerplant, yet with impressive fuel economy and low CO2 emissions. 

Ford's all-new, high efficiency, 2.0-litre EcoBoost petrol engine produces 203PS and joins a significantly improved 2.0-litre Duratorq TDCi diesel, with 140PS, and a new 163PS variant.

A range of innovative new safety and convenience features also debut on the new S-MAX and the new Ford Galaxy, including a Blind Spot Information System.

The new S-Max model receives significant exterior detail changes including a strongly sculptured bonnet and all-new front fascia, emphasised by a gloss black lower front grille.

Meanwhile the new Galaxy also features a re-designed frontal section.