At our test track, the C-Max managed a 7. The C-Max rides on the same platform as the athletic Ford Focus , and many of the Focus's desirable driving characteristics shine through. Steering responses are accurate, and effort is pleasantly hefty. The tall C-Max leans a bit in corners, and its performance on the skidpad—a test designed more to measure a car's ability to hold the road when cornering than how it feels while doing it—was just okay.
The C-Max struggles to match other hybrids for efficiency. It has the lowest EPA ratings among its rivals and doesn't come close to cresting 50 mpg in any metric, a mark the competition such as the Ioniq and the Toyota Prius vault over with ease. On our real-world highway fuel-economy test route, the C-Max delivered a lackluster 33 mpg.
Likes: Spacious and comfortable interior, simple infotainment setup, plenty of cargo room. Dislikes: Dated interior design, bulky dash-mounted shifter, base infotainment system is basic. The C-Max's interior is comfortable, but it's a generation behind Ford's newest offerings in its design, materials, and finishes.
The center stack's layout in particular is beginning to look its age. Power-adjustable cloth seats are standard in the C-Max, but leather-trimmed front seats are standard in Titanium models. We had no qualms with the seats in the base SE model we tested, but the large, high-mounted shifter and mechanical parking brake in SE models take up much of the front row's choicest real estate. Ford's Sync and Sync 3 systems are simple to use, and even the base-trim C-Max comes standard with plenty of power points.
We wish Apple CarPlay and Android Auto were standard—they're optional—but Sync is still more intuitive than the standard offerings from many other automakers. The C-Max is among the more spacious members of this class. Its hatchback body style means it has a large, tall cargo hold, and its in-cabin storage is ample. The C-Max's rear seats flip down easily using a lever mounted on the outboard side of each seat; they fold parallel to the floor and make a flat load surface.
We managed to fit six carry-on suitcases behind the rear seat and a whopping 20 with the rear seats folded. Compared with others in the class, the C-Max's driver-assistance technology offerings are sparse. Key safety features include:. Ford's warranty coverage is about average but can't compete with the complimentary scheduled maintenance offered by the Prius. Hyundai's battery warranty for the Ioniq is good for the lifetime of the vehicle, but only as long as the vehicle remains in the possession of the first owner.
The plug-in C-Max Energi model uses a 7. The C-Max is less stressed and noisy than the Prius. An all-new Toyota Prius is being introduced for Underway, the Ford C-Max does not feel tight and lithe like the Focus does. The C-Max is heavier, by pounds, and its suspension is less compliant. Rearview camera and seven airbags are standard. No non-hybrid version are available in the U. Gears are selected by an electronic continuously variable transmission eCVT.
In general, hybrids are most efficient in the city, since stop-and-go driving uses the regenerative braking system more frequently to help charge the battery. According to Ford, it has a top speed of 85 mph. It can drive up to 21 miles in electric-assisted mode, and can go up to miles with a fully charged battery and a full tank of gas. This beats the Toyota Prius plug-in, which has a six-mile all-electric range and mile total range. Like something out of a sci-fi movie, the C-MAX can learn frequently driven routes and will automatically adjust its settings to maximize efficiency.
For example, if the vehicle is nearing a frequent destination, it will remain in electric-only mode to save fuel. Charging times for the C-MAX Energi are about seven hours with a traditional volt household outlet, and about 4.
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