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Ford is a brand which needs no introduction. Undoubtedly, Ford makes a strong contribution to the production of MPVs and holds a strong history regarding it. It assures you that your money is going to invest in the most appropriate manner and will offer smooth and comfortable drive. And Ford C-MAX being the smart member of this family preserves this tradition.
Test takers agree that in spite of not being as roomy and stylish as Citroen C4 Picasso, this MPV still grabbed the attention of a majority of the people. It manages very well to include itself in the list of today’s most successful MPVs. Although some people deny its worth it is capable enough to transport a family consisting of five members and provide extra thrill behind the wheel which is a genuine bonus.
Besides all these, the C-MAX is a very economical vehicle to own and run and it also provides plenty of space inside for a new growing family. But unfortunately, it misses some practicality features which let its rivals to move a step ahead of it. Lastly, if you desire to keep bigger monster, you can own our gem which is seven-seat Grand C-MAX.
Our choice of the whole range is the entrance-level 118bhp 1.5 TDCi diesel, proposing a decent amount of power but along with the prospect of more than 67mpg. If the pace is key, though, the more potent 2.0-litre diesel engine version offers a respectable slug of torque and feels much more competent with five people on board. The six-speed manual (non-automatic) gearbox is fast and accurate, whereas a twin-clutch Powershift automatic gearbox is also accessible.
If you’re only going to be managing shorter journeys the miniature 1.0-litre Eco Boost petrol engine will be perfect. It packs a decent hit for such a small power engine and best of all it will return over 50mpg provided that you don’t have a heavy foot. Test takers would suggest avoiding the aging 1.6-litre petrol engine. It’s slow, boisterous and because it isn’t turbocharged it has to be worked a lot harder to build any progress. As a result, fuel economy won’t be immense.
Along with its range of competent engines, running a C-MAX should prove literally painless. The most efficient C-MAX in the complete range is the 118bhp 1.5 TDCi diesel as it has an authorized fuel consumption figure of 67mpg. It’s worth observing though that the likewise powered Citroen C4 Picasso improves on this along with even better efficiency.
If you need a bit more push, the more powerful 2.0-litre diesel engine doesn’t follow too far behind in terms of efficiency, with Ford asserting 64.2mpg and CO2 emissions of 114g/km.
The tiny 1.0 Eco Boost model easily returns 55.4mpg and releases 117g/km of CO2, no matter which power output you opt for, while the essential 1.6 petrol (only available on the Zetec trim) will perform 44mpg and emit 149g/km.
