| Ford C-Max | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Ford |
| Production | 2003–2019 |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Compact MPV |
| Body style | 5-doorMPV |
| Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive |
TheFord C-Max (stylized asFord C-MAX and previously called theFord Focus C-Max) is a car produced by theFord Motor Company from 2003 to 2019.[1] It has a five-doorcompact multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) design. TheFord Grand C-Max has a longerwheelbase.
Ford introduced the C-Max in the United States as its firsthybrid-only line of vehicles, which includes theC-Max Hybrid, released in September 2012, and theC-Max Energiplug-in hybrid, launched in October 2012. Although the C-Max was initially available only in Europe, the first generation was partially available in New Zealand.
| First generation | |
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| Overview | |
| Also called | Ford Focus C-Max (2003–2007) |
| Production | 2003–2010 |
| Model years | 2004–2010 |
| Assembly | Saarlouis,Germany (Saarlouis Body & Assembly) |
| Designer | Daniel Paulin |
| Body and chassis | |
| Platform | Ford C1 platform |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | |
| Transmission | 4-speedautomatic 5-speedmanual transmission 6-speedmanual transmission 7-speedautomatic CVTautomatic |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,640 mm (103.9 in) |
| Length | 4,371 mm (172.1 in) |
| Width | 1,825 mm (71.9 in) |
| Height | 1,588 mm (62.5 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,372–1,527 kg (3,025–3,366 lb) |
The Ford Focus C-Max is preceded by the eponymousshow car, which was designed by Daniel Paulin and unveiled at the2002 Paris Motor Show.[2][3]
C-Max Mk I was the first product to use theFord C1 platform, also used by theFord Focus Mk II and the compact MPVPremacy/Mazda5. Its internal code name is C214.
It seats five passengers and has a large amount of cargo space, which can be increased by folding the rear seats flat. Some models feature diagonally sliding outer rear seats. It also shares the control blade independent rear suspension from the Focus.
The availablefour-cylinder engines are the same as the Focus.
The1.6 LDuratec was the basic engine for C-Max, and the 1.6 L Ti-VCT Duratec was also available.
The1.8/2.0 LDuratec HE engines are the rest of available petrol engines.
The1.8 L Ford flexifuel, or 1.8f, was aflexible-fuel hybrid engine sourced fromVolvo,B4204S5, and was able to run on gasoline and ethanol (E85). Ethanol added about 25 hp extra for a total 125 hp, although with higher consumption.
The1.6/2.0 LDuratorq Ford/PSA-made diesels were available along with Ford's 1.8 LEndura engine, which is upgraded and named Duratorq.
| Model/engine | Capacity | Cylinders/valves | Power/rpm | Torque (Nm)/rpm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6Duratec | 1,596 cc | 4/16 | 100 hp (75 kW; 101 PS) at 6000 | 146 N⋅m (108 lb⋅ft) at 4000 |
| 1.6Duratec Ti-VCT | 1,596 cc | 4/16 | 115 hp (86 kW; 117 PS) at 6000 | 155 N⋅m (114 lb⋅ft) at 4150 |
| 1.8Duratec HE | 1,798 cc | 4/16 | 125 hp (93 kW; 127 PS) at 6000 | 165 N⋅m (122 lb⋅ft) at 4000 |
| 1.8F FlexifuelB4184S2 | 1,798 cc (109.7 in3) | 4/16 | 125 PS (92 kW; 123 hp) at 6000 | 165 N⋅m (122 lb⋅ft) 4000 |
| 2.0Duratec HE | 1,999 cc | 4/16 | 145 hp (108 kW; 147 PS) at 6000 | 185 N⋅m (136 lb⋅ft) at 4500 |
| 1.6Duratorq | 1,560 cc | 4/16 | 90 hp (67 kW; 91 PS) at 4000 | 215 N⋅m (159 lb⋅ft) at 1750 |
| 1.6Duratorq | 1,560 cc | 4/16 | 109 hp (81 kW; 111 PS) at 4000 | 240 N⋅m (177 lbf⋅ft)/*260 N⋅m (192 lbf⋅ft) at 1750 |
| 1.8Duratorq | 1,753 cc | 4/16 | 115 hp (86 kW; 117 PS) at 3700 | 280 N⋅m (207 lbf⋅ft) /*300 N⋅m (221 lbf⋅ft) at 1900 |
| 2.0Duratorq | 1,997 cc | 4/16 | 136 hp (101 kW; 138 PS) at 4000 | 320 N⋅m (236 lbf⋅ft) /*340 N⋅m (251 lbf⋅ft) at 2000 |
*Overboost
Transmissions mated with engines areFord IB5 (1.6/1.8 Duratec),Ford Durashift (2.0 Duratorq),MTX-75 (2.0 Duratec / 1.6-1.8 Duratorq) manual andFord Powershift double-clutch transmission available with 2.0 Duratorq. The4F27E mated with the 2.0 Duratec engine. ACVTautomatic was also available[4]
In December 2006, the facelifted version of the C-Max was revealed at the 2006Bologna Motor Show and went on sale in late spring 2007.[5] The pre-facelift version of the car (2003–2007) was called the Ford Focus C-Max. The name change to C-Max is attributable to Ford's MPV strategy of creating a 'Max' branded line of MPVs, starting with theFord S-Max, launched in 2006.
The facelift brought the car in line with Ford's "Kinetic Design" design language, evidenced through its twin trapezoidal grilles, large wheel arches, and angular headlights. As the car does not have a bodyshell originally designed for Kinetic Design, though, Ford officially states that the car contains only "elements" of the design language.
| Second generation | |
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| Overview | |
| Production | 2010–2019 (Europe) 2012–2018 (United States) |
| Model years | 2013–2018 (US) |
| Assembly | Spain:Valencia (Ford Valencia) Germany:Saarlouis (Saarlouis Body & Assembly) United States:Wayne, Michigan (hybrid) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Platform | Ford Global C platform |
| Related | Ford Focus Mk III |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | 5-speedmanual 6-speedmanual 6-speedautomatic |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | C-Max: 2,648 mm (104.3 in) Grand C-Max: 2,788 mm (109.8 in) |
| Length | C-Max: 4,380 mm (172.4 in) Grand C-Max: 4,520 mm (178.0 in) |
| Width | 1,828 mm (72.0 in) |
| Height | C-Max: 1,626 mm (64.0 in) Grand C-Max: 1,684 mm (66.3 in) |
| Curb weight | C-Max: 1,374–1,550 kg (3,029–3,417 lb) Grand C-Max: 1,477–1,697 kg (3,256–3,741 lb) |
Alongside the third-generationFord Focus Mk III, the second-generation C-Max (C344) is built on Ford's newGlobal C platform. The appearance is inspired by theIosis Max concept, shown at the 2009Geneva Motor Show. In addition, Ford added a long-wheelbase, seven-seatminivan variant of the C-Max, the Ford Grand C-Max.[6]
The vehicle was unveiled at the 2009Frankfurt Motor Show.[7] Early European models include 5 seats, and 7-seat models entered the market at the end of 2010 (except Russia, where there is only the 7-seat model). At the 2011North American International Auto Show, Ford announced a seven-seat C-MAX for the North American market,[8] but this model was cancelled prior to launch.[9]
Ford unveiled the Ford C-Max Energiplug-in hybrid and the C-Max Hybrid at the 2011North American International Auto Show. Like the conventional C-Max, the C-Max Energi and Hybrid are five-seat only. They replace theFord Escape Hybrid andMercury Mariner Hybrid since Ford discontinued theMercury brand after the 2011model year and the Escape Hybrid after the 2012 year model. The C-Max is Ford's first hybrid-only line of vehicles. Both the plug-in and hybrid versions are based on the European gasoline- and diesel-powered versions.[10]
The C-Max Hybrid was released in the United States in September 2012 as a 2013 model,[11] followed by the release of the plug-in Energi version by mid-October 2012.[12]
Production of the C-Max Energi in the United States ended in September 2017, while Hybrid production ended in 2018.[13]
The new Mk III platform is the first in its class to supporttorque vectoring control.[14]
The redesigned C-Max features flat folding third-row seats, a hands-free power lift gate, rear-view camera, park assist, and panoramic sunroof. HD radio, Sirius XM, Sync, dual-zone climate control system, and a navigation system come as standard or as available options on the different trim lines.
The aerodynamics (drag coefficient,cw) of the car has been improved, being 0,30 for the five-seater and 0,32 for the Grand C-Max.[14]
Like the previous C-Max, the new C-Max also came with a range of petrol and dieselfour-cylinder engines, which were shared with the Focus:
| Model/engine | Capacity | Cylinders/valves | Power/rpm | Torque/rpm | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0Ecoboost | 999 | 3/12 | 100 PS (99 hp; 74 kW) at 6000 | 170 N⋅m (125 lb⋅ft; 17 kg⋅m) at 1500-4500 | September 2012 – June 2019 |
| 125 PS (123 hp; 92 kW) at 6000 | |||||
| 1.6Duratec Ti-VCT | 1,596 | 4/16 | 85 PS (84 hp; 63 kW) | 141 N⋅m (104 lb⋅ft; 14 kg⋅m) at 2500 | October 2010 – March 2018 |
| 1.6Duratec Ti-VCT | 1,596 | 4/16 | 105 PS (104 hp; 77 kW) at 6000 | 150 N⋅m (111 lb⋅ft; 15 kg⋅m) at 4000-4500 | October 2010 – May 2014 |
| 1.6Duratec Ti-VCT | 1,596 | 4/16 | 125 PS (123 hp; 92 kW) at 6000 | 159 N⋅m (117 lb⋅ft; 16 kg⋅m) at 4000 | |
| 1.5EcoBoost | 1,499 | 4/16 | 150 PS (148 hp; 110 kW) at 6000 | 240 N⋅m (177 lb⋅ft; 24 kg⋅m) at 1600-4000 | April 2015 – June 2019 |
| 1.5EcoBoost | 1,499 | 4/16 | 182 PS (180 hp; 134 kW) at 6000 | 240 N⋅m (24 kg⋅m; 177 lb⋅ft) at 1600-5000 | April 2015 – July 2018 |
| 1.6EcoBoost | 1,596 | 4/16 | 150 PS (148 hp; 110 kW) at 5700 | 240 or 270 N⋅m (177 or 199 lb⋅ft; 24 or 28 kg⋅m) at 1600-4000[a] | October 2010 – March 2015 |
| 1.6EcoBoost | 1,596 | 4/16 | 182 PS (180 hp; 134 kW) at 5700 | 240 or 270 N⋅m (177 or 199 lb⋅ft; 24 or 28 kg⋅m) at 1600-5000[a] | |
| Model/engine | Capacity | Cylinders/valves | Power/rpm | Torque/rpm | Dates |
| 1.5Duratorq | 1,499 | 4/16 | 95 PS (94 hp; 70 kW) at 3600 | 250 N⋅m (184 lb⋅ft; 25 kg⋅m) at 1750-2500 | April 2015 – June 2019 |
| 105 PS (104 hp; 77 kW) at 3600 | 270 N⋅m (199 lb⋅ft; 28 kg⋅m) at 1750 | April 2015 – March 2018 | |||
| 120 PS (118 hp; 88 kW) at 3600 | 270 or 300 N⋅m (199 or 221 lb⋅ft; 28 or 31 kg⋅m) at 1750-2500[b] | April 2015 – June 2019 | |||
| 1.6Duratorq | 1,560 | 4/8 | 95 PS (94 hp; 70 kW) at 3600 | 230 N⋅m (170 lb⋅ft; 23 kg⋅m) at 1500-2000 | October 2010 – March 2015 |
| 115 PS (113 hp; 85 kW) at 3600 | 270 or 285 N⋅m (199 or 210 lb⋅ft; 28 or 29 kg⋅m) at 1750-2500[a] | ||||
| 2.0Duratorq | 1,997 | 4/16 | 115 PS (113 hp; 85 kW) at 3750 | 300 N⋅m (221 lb⋅ft; 31 kg⋅m) at 1500-2250 | October 2010 – March 2015 |
| 140 PS (138 hp; 103 kW) at 3750 | 320 N⋅m (236 lb⋅ft; 33 kg⋅m) at 1750-2750 | ||||
| 163 PS (161 hp; 120 kW) at 3750 | 340 N⋅m (251 lb⋅ft; 35 kg⋅m) at 2000-3250 | ||||
| 150 PS (148 hp; 110 kW) at 3500 | 370 N⋅m (273 lb⋅ft; 38 kg⋅m) at 2000 | April 2015 – June 2019 | |||
| 170 PS (168 hp; 125 kW) at 3500[c] | 400 N⋅m (295 lb⋅ft; 41 kg⋅m) at 2000-2750 | ||||
Transmissions mated with the engines are theFord IB5 (1.6 Duratec Ti-VCT),B6 (1.6 EcoBoost/1.6 Duratorq),Durashift MMT6 (2.0 Duratorq) manual, andFord Powershift double-clutch transmission available with the 2.0 Duratorq engine.
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The Ford C-MAX was facelifted in 2015 and the 1.6 Ecoboost changed to the three-cylinder 1.0 Ecoboost along with the 1.6 TDCI 115PS Duratorq changing to the 1.5 TDCI single-overhead-cam unit.
Ford developed the C-Max Hybrid with the aim to become "America’s most affordable hybrid utility vehicle." The gasoline-electric hybrid model base pricing started atUS$24,995, including destination and delivery.[15][16]
The front-wheel drive hybrid has a 2.0-liter four-cylinderAtkinson cycle engine mated to an electric motor and a 1.4kWhlithium-ion battery for total power output of 188 horsepower (140 kW; 191 PS). The top speed inall-electric mode of 65 mph (105 km/h) and the car's top speed in hybrid mode is 115 mph (185 km/h).[10][17][18]
The hybrid has a maximum cargo volume of 52.6 cu ft (1,490 L) with rear seats folded flat, and 24.5 cu ft (690 L) in the cargo area behind the rear seats, providing more room than the regular Prius liftback, but less cargo room than thePrius V, which provides 67.3 cu ft (1,910 L) with the rear seats folded.[10][19]
TheHybrid is offered in two trims:
TheSE featureseco-friendly cloth seating surfaces,Ford SYNC system with A/M-F/M stereo with single-disc CD/MP3 player,USB andauxiliary input jacks, six speakers, a multi-informational gauge cluster and color display screen, keyless entry, alloy wheels, and split-folding rear bench seat, plus a security alarm.
TheSEL adds leather seating surfaces,MyFord Touch with AM/FMHD radio stereo with single-disc CD/MP3 player andUSB andauxiliary input jacks, aSony premiumsurround sound system,SIRIUS Satellite Radio, power dual front seats, keyless access, push-button start system, and other luxury features. For the 2017 model year, the SEL trim level on both the C-Max Hybrid and Energi were renamed to the Titanium trim level and also all the 2017 Ford C-Max Hybrids and plug-in Energis were expected to have restyled headlights and taillights.
TheEnergi Plug-In Hybrid was only available inSEL trim, but for the 2017 model year, the C-Max Energi was also available on the SE trim level.
Ford's design aimed for the C-Max Hybrid to deliver betterfuel economy than the Toyota Prius V.[20] Ford had reduced its estimated fuel economy twice, once in 2013 and again in 2014, with the second revision placing fuel economy below the Prius V.[21] TheUS Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) initially rated the hybrid model at 47 mpg‑US (5.0 L/100 km; 56 mpg‑imp) with the same rating for combined/city/highway cycles. These ratings allowed the C-Max Hybrid to improve the fuel economy of theToyota Prius v by 3 mpg‑US (78 L/100 km; 3.6 mpg‑imp) on the city cycle, by 7 mpg‑US (34 L/100 km; 8.4 mpg‑imp) on the highway cycle and by 5 mpg‑US (47 L/100 km; 6.0 mpg‑imp) combined.[17] However, after criticism and lawsuits about worse-than-expected real-world fuel economy, in August 2013 Ford voluntarily lowered the EPA ratings and issued customer rebates. The revised fuel economy ratings were reduced to 45 mpg‑US (5.2 L/100 km; 54 mpg‑imp) for city driving, 43 mpg‑US (5.5 L/100 km; 52 mpg‑imp) for combined and 40 mpg‑US (5.9 L/100 km; 48 mpg‑imp) for highway.[22] The revised rating for the updated 2013 C-Max Hybrid is still better than the 42 mpg‑US (5.6 L/100 km; 50 mpg‑imp) combined rating for the Toyota Prius v.[23] A second downward revision was made during June 2014.
Ford boosted the on-roadfuel efficiency of its three 2013 model year hybrids through changes in the cars' vehicle control software in an effort to improve customer satisfaction. The upgrade was offered free of charge to existing owners of these hybrids. Some of the changes include:[24]
A total of 969 units was sold during September 2012, allowing the C-Max Hybrid to rank as the ninth-best selling hybrid car in the United States that month.[11] During October, its first full month in the market, 3,182 units were sold, outselling the Prius V by more than 400 units, which had ranked as the fourth-most sold hybrid in the previous months. Sales of the C-Max Hybrid also led Ford to achieve its best October hybrid sales month ever with a total of 4,612 sales, up 142% over October 2011. Ford reported that 25% of C-Max Hybrid sales took place in California, withLos Angeles andSan Francisco as the top-selling regional markets.[25][26] A total of 10,935 C-Max Hybrids were sold during 2012,[27] and a total of 28,056 units in 2013.[28] After Ford cut the car's EPA fuel economy rating by 4 mpg‑US (59 L/100 km; 4.8 mpg‑imp) to 43 mpg‑US (5.5 L/100 km; 52 mpg‑imp) in the middle of 2012, the car experienced its three worst sales months since it debuted in the U.S.[29] Since its inception, a total of 72,330 units had been sold in the United States through December 2015.[27][28][30][31]
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In December 2012,Motor Trend reported thatConsumer Reports magazine and Green Car Reports have found that the 2013 Ford C-Max Hybrid and2013 Ford Fusion Hybrid, which share the same powertrain, do not deliver their triple 47 mpg‑US (5.0 L/100 km; 56 mpg‑imp) EPA ratings in real-world use.[32][33][34] After running both vehicles through Consumer Reports real-world tests, the magazine found that C-Max hybrid achieved a combined fuel economy average of 37 mpg‑US (6.4 L/100 km; 44 mpg‑imp), with 35 mpg‑US (6.7 L/100 km; 42 mpg‑imp) and 38 mpg‑US (6.2 L/100 km; 46 mpg‑imp) for city and highway.[33] Green Car Reports found that the C-Max delivered 37 mpg‑US (6.4 L/100 km; 44 mpg‑imp) over 50 mi (80 km) of mixed freeway and urban driving, and 40 mpg‑US (5.9 L/100 km; 48 mpg‑imp) over 240 mi (390 km) mostly at freeway speeds.[34]
Consumer Reports concluded that the overall fuel economy for the C-Max Hybrid is off by 10 mpg‑US (24 L/100 km; 12 mpg‑imp), representing a deviation of about 20%. The consumer magazine said that their overall fuel economy results are usually close to the EPA's combined-mpg estimate, and among current models tested, more than 80% fall within 2 mpg‑US (120 L/100 km; 2.4 mpg‑imp) margin. The largest discrepancy the magazine has previously found was 7 and 6 mpg‑US (34 and 39 L/100 km; 8.4 and 7.2 mpg‑imp) for theToyota Prius C and thePrius hatchback, respectively.[33][35] Ford responded in a statement, saying, "Early C-MAX Hybrid and Fusion Hybrid customers praise the vehicles and report a range of fuel economy figures, including some reports above 47 mpg‑US (5.0 L/100 km; 56 mpg‑imp). This reinforces the fact that driving styles, driving conditions, and other factors can cause mileage to vary."[35][36]
A few days later, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) said it would review claims that two new Ford hybrid vehicles were not delivering the advertised 47 mpg. Linc Wehrly, Director of Light-duty Vehicle Center Compliance Division at EPA's National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory inAnn Arbor, Michigan, commented that hybrids had far more variability in miles per gallon than conventional vehicles. All vehicles are run through the same EPA fuel-efficiency tests, but they are not administered by the EPA; instead, the automakers conduct the test and EPA often conducts reviews. Most vehicles' real-world gas mileage levels are less than the EPA sticker number, and can often be 20% less. depending on speed, temperature, and other factors. The EPA explained that with hybrids, the gap was much wider, as high as 30%.[36]
The problem lay with EPA's rules that allowed automakers to group similar vehicles and apply the same ratings, which Ford did with the Fusion hybrid and C-Max hybrids.[37]
Ford Motor Co. officials said the real-world fuel efficiency in the C-Max Hybrid depended on driving style and other factors, and that the company did not expect the car's fuel efficiency numbers to change, as they followed EPA's test guidelines. Ford said they were working closely with the EPA to determine if their hybrid vehicle testing procedures needed to be changed. They explained that several factors could affect hybrid fuel economy more than that of regular gasoline engines, including speed (as the difference between 75 and 65 miles per hour (121 and 105 km/h) could produce a 7 mpg difference in fuel economy); outside temperature (the difference between 40 and 70 °F (4 and 21 °C) could result in a 5 mpg difference); and vehicle break-in (a 5 mpg difference could occur from the difference 0 to 6 miles (0.0 to 9.7 km)).[38][39]
Due to the criticism and lawsuits, in July 2013, Ford announced it would boost the on-road fuel efficiency of the C-Max and its other two 2013 hybrids through changes in the vehicle control software, in an effort to improve customer satisfaction.[24] The carmaker voluntarily reduced the official EPA ratings in August 2013.[22] It also announced it would issue rebates to some 32,000 C-Max owners, who would be notified by mail. The payment would beUS$550 to U.S. customers who purchased C-Maxes, andUS$325 to customers who had leased them.[22]
After the Ford announcement, the EPA stated that it would update the test procedures used to assign fuel economy ratings to cars "to ensure that the requirements keep pace with industry trends and innovations in advanced high-efficiency vehicles." Ford used the Fusion Hybrid test to generate the fuel economy label for the C-Max Hybrid following EPA's rules. These, which date to the 1970s, specify that automakers can use the same fuel economy numbers for similar-sized vehicles equipped with the same engines and transmissions. The EPA requires automakers to test the fuel economy of the biggest-selling model in a specific category. In its midsized hybrid class, Ford tested the Fusion sedan version because it was the top seller, and Ford was allowed to apply the 47 mpg‑US (5.0 L/100 km; 56 mpg‑imp) achieved with the Fusion Hybrid in combined, city, and highway driving to the C-Max hybrid. Ford had no plans to change the fuel economy ratings on the 2013 Fusion hybrid.[22][40]
In June 2014, Ford found some glitches in their internal tests and had to drop the MPG ratings by 1-2 miles per gallon for a few models like the 2013-2014 Fusion and C-Max hybrids, including the plug-ins. To mitigate customers' concerns, the automaker provided financial compensation. Depending on whether the vehicle was bought or leased, owners got from $150 to $1,050 to help cover the increase in fuel costs due to the new ratings.[41]
| Ford C-Max Energi | |
|---|---|
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| Overview | |
| Production | 2012–November 2017[42] |
| Model years | 2013–2017 |
| Assembly | United States:Wayne, Michigan |
| Body and chassis | |
| Related | Ford Fusion Energi |
| Powertrain | |
| Battery | 7.6kWhlithium-ion |
| Electric range | 20 mi (32 km)[43] |
The C-Max Energiplug-in hybrid started atUS$27,995[44] including the destination fee. According to its battery size, the plug-in car qualified for afederal tax credit ofUS$4,007,[45] and it is eligible foradditional incentives at the state and local level, such asCalifornia'sUS$1,500 rebate.[46]
The C-Max Energi was designed with total 188 horsepower (140 kW; 191 PS) in hybrid mode delivered by a 2.0-liter Atkinson cycle four-cylinder gasoline engine plus an electric motor powered by a 7.6kWhlithium-ion battery pack, which is smaller and lighter thannickel–metal hydride batteries used in previous Ford generation hybrids.[18][47] The electric drivetrain can produce a peak power of 68 kW (91 hp; 92 PS), limited by the size of the electric motor and the power-delivery capability of the battery pack, and delivered a total system power of 195 horsepower (145 kW; 198 PS) incharge-depleting mode (EV mode).[18] The C-Max Energi is capable of reaching a top electric-only speed of 85 mph (137 km/h), exceeding theToyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid (Prius Prime in North America) by more than 20 mph (32 km/h).[17] The top speed in hybrid mode is 115 mph (185 km/h).[18]
The C-Max Energi uses aregenerative braking system capable of capturing and reusing more than 95% of the braking energy normally lost during the braking process. The charging time for the C-Max Energi is 7 hours with a 120-volt charger, and 2.5 hours with a 240-volt charger. The charge port has an LED light ring like theFord Focus Electric and is located on the driver’s side and near the front of the car. The light ring illuminates to indicate charge status. The battery is covered by an 8-year or 100,000-mile (160,000 km) component warranty.[18][47][48]
Ford equipped the C-Max Energi with a button mounted in the center stack that enables drivers to choose an electric-only driving mode, and allows the driver to switch vehicle operation between three modes - electric-only driving without gasoline engine power ("EV Now" setting); normal hybrid mode where the powertrain blends electric and gasoline engine power as appropriate ("EV Auto" setting); or a battery-saving mode that reserves the battery power for later use ("EV Later" setting).[17] Like theFord Fusion Hybrid, the C-Max Energi comes with a SmartGauge with EcoGuide that provides in-vehicle customizable displays, including instantaneous fuel economy readings and coaching functions to help drivers understand and optimize theirfuel efficiency. The plug-in hybrid also features ECO Cruise which saves energy by relaxing acceleration compared to standardcruise control.[18][47]
Ford designed the C-Max Energi plug-in hybrid to deliver bettermiles per gallon equivalent (MPG-e) inall-electric mode than theToyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid.[15][20] Initially, the EPA rated the Energi combined city/highway fuel economy inall-electric mode at 100 MPG-e (100 mpg‑US (2.4 L/100 km; 120.1 mpg‑imp)).[49][50] Later, when owners complained of not achieving the sticker fuel economy, and following a technical review, the official EPA rating in EV mode was downgraded to 88 MPG-e (88 mpg‑US (2.7 L/100 km; 105.7 mpg‑imp)).[43] In a similar way, initially the EPA rating inhybrid-gasoline mode was 43 mpg‑US (5.5 L/100 km; 52 mpg‑imp),[47] but it was later downgraded to 38 mpg‑US (6.2 L/100 km; 46 mpg‑imp).[43] EPA's rating for combined EV/hybrid operation is 51 MPG-e (4.6 L gasoline equivalent/100 km), which allows the C-Max Energi to rank in sixth place, together with the Fusion Energi, among the top ten EPA-Rated Fuel Sippers since 1984.[51]
The C-Max Energi has anall-electric range of 20 miles (32 km), for a total EPA certified range of 550 miles (890 km),[43] which in 2012 surpassed both thefirst-generation Chevrolet Volt (380 miles (610 km)), and the Prius Plug-in Hybrid (540 miles (870 km)).[52]
Ford released the C-Max Energi in the U.S. market by mid October 2012, and during that month 144 units were delivered to U.S. retail customers,[53] and ended with 2,374 units delivered in 2012.[27] The C-Max Energi ranked as the fifth top selling plug-in electric car in the U.S. during 2013,[28] and climbed to number fourth in 2014.[30] Over 35,700 units have been sold in North America and Europe through December 2016, with 33,509 units delivered in the U.S. through December 2016,[27][28][30][31][54] 967 units in Canada through December 2016,[55] and 1,229 in the Netherlands in 2015.[56]
Ford Motor Company announced the C-MAX Solar Energi concept, asolar PV-powered vehicle to run electrically without depending on the electric grid for fuel. The C-MAX Solar Energi Concept was unveiled at the 2014 International CES in Las Vegas. This is a collaborative project of Ford,SunPower Corp. and theGeorgia Institute of Technology.[57][58]
For the North American market, the C-Max Hybrid was assembled alongside the 2012 Focus andFord Focus Electric atFord's Wayne plant in Michigan. The C-Max Energi was also assembled in Michigan. Since 2015, all European versions are built in the Saarlouis Body & Assembly, Germany.[59] Ford of Europe announced that it would end production of both the C-Max and Grand C-Max in Germany by the end of the second quarter of 2019.[60]
In Europe, the C-Max is designed with lower VOC and allergens, along with several other Ford vehicles.[63]
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