The C Max is a hatchback made by Ford, which was discontinued in 2018. The car was Ford’s first only hybrid cars’ lineup. The hybrid system is great, with many other features, and it comes at a very cheap price. The C Max also had a plug-in hybrid version.
Overview
The C Max came in many trim levels with a big range of engine types. The Hybrid model has two trim levels, and the battery pack used in the Hybrid model is a 1.4 kWh lithium-ion battery. The PHEV model came with a bigger battery and an electric range of 20 miles.
Reliability
Reliability is often a big focus by the customers before buying a budget vehicle like the C Max. that’s because people don’t want to spend a huge amount of cash on a car’s maintenance. The C Max is still a pretty reliable option in its price range, and it has a reliability rating of 4.0 out of 5.0 by RepairPal. However, the fuel average is not as good as many other options.
Safety
The safety factor in Fords has always been great. The C Max has a solid body to endure collisions. It has 5 stars rating in its crash tests by Euro NCAP. The safety features are also great, and it has standard 6 airbags, and tire pressure monitoring, with available features of lane-assist, active city braking, etc.
Depreciation rate
Fords, generally, don’t lose their value quickly, and they can easily be sold in the market. A used C Max costs around $17,000, and it would depreciate further around 40% after 5 years. This is acceptable for a discontinued car.
Maintenance and repairing
The best thing about the C Max is its low maintenance cost. The car cost around $275 on average yearly. This includes all of its maintenance and servicing. The parts are also easily available in the market.
FAQ
Is Ford C-Max a Front-Wheel-Drive, Rear-Wheel-Drive or All-Wheel-Drive car?
The Ford C-Max is a Front Wheel Drive car.
How many seats are in the Ford C-Max?
The Ford C-Max is a car with 5 seats. The EPA Classification for this car is: Large Cars
What is the horsepower in a Ford C-Max and does it have a turbo?
The Ford C-Max has 141 horsepower and 129 lb-ft of torque. The engine is a Gas/Electric I-4 with a displacement of 2.0 L The fuel system is: Sequential MPI.
How much ground clearance does the Ford C-Max have?
5.5 inches ( 13,97 cm )
What type of wheels does it have?
Ford C-Max has 17 X 7 inch Aluminum Front Wheels and 17 X 7 inch Aluminum Rear Wheels.
Does Ford C-Max have a spare tire?
No, the Ford C-Max doesn’t have a spare tire.
Is the Ford C-Max a plug-in?
Ford’s first plug-in hybrid production vehicle, the C-MAX Energi, is part of its first dedicated hybrid line. The C-MAX Energi is a vehicle that can be driven with style and power.