A very reliable hybrid The Ford C-Max is one of the best cars you can buy on the used market. According to Consumer Reports, the last two model years got a perfect score in terms of reliability. Owner satisfaction is also fairly high, with 77% of owners expressing that they would purchase the 2017 C-Max again.
Is the Ford C-Max a safe car?
The previous version of the Ford C-MAX was awarded five stars for crash safety by Euro NCAP. In fact, it scored a very impressive 92% for adult occupant protection. In the crash-test body’s latest battery of tests, it scored 76 and 60% in the adult and child occupant protection categories.
Do hybrid cars need special maintenance?
Because the hybrid’s engine also runs on gasoline, it requires all the same maintenance as a regular car does, with the same frequency. Hybrid cars still need regular oil changes, belt replacements and tire alignment and replacement.
What kind of engine does the 2014 Ford C-Max Hybrid have?
The 2014 Ford C-Max Hybrid is powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine good for 141 horsepower and 121 pound-feet of torque. This engine is paired with an electric motor powered by a lithium-ion battery pack. Combined, they produce 188 hp. Power is sent to the front wheels through a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT).
What is the difference between the Ford C-Max Hybrid and Energi?
The principle difference between the C-Max Hybrid and C-Max Energi is the Energi’s plug-in capability. Plug it in — Ford says the Energi can get a full charge overnight on a household 120-volt outlet — and the C-Max Energi can putter around on electric power alone for substantially longer than a C-Max Hybrid.
Is the Ford C-Max still a good car?
UPDATE ALMOST 3 YEARS AFTER PURCHASE: The Ford C-Max is still *great*. At almost 20,000 miles the cumulative MPG is 51.9 — I buy a tank of gas once per month or less (I’m in a warm climate in Arizona — the MPG goes down during the cooler months). Ford fixed the “refuse-to-start” issue that I mentioned in my original post.
How does the Ford C-Max compare to the Toyota Prius?
Like the Prius the C-Max is a 5-door hatchback that can comfortably fit four people, or with its seats folded haul loads of cargo. Because it’s based on the Ford Focus the C-Max is more driver-friendly than the Prius, offering a better ride, a quieter cabin and a more polished interior.
