Though it’s been discontinued for some time now, the Ford C-Max continues to rack up accolades including a spot on Consumer Reports‘ Best Used Cars for Teens Under $20,000Â and Best Used Cars and SUVs for $15,000-$20,000 lists, which isn’t a huge surprise given how economical that particular model is, especially as fuel-efficient hybrids continue to gain favor among shoppers across the U.S. Now, the 2017 Ford C-Max has earned some praise from Consumer Reports as one of the top Used Hybrid Sedans and Hatchbacks With the Best Fuel Economy.
Like every other vehicle on this list, Consumer Reports singled out the 2017 Ford C-Max as it analyzed five-year-old vehicles, as those are more likely to have reached the bottom of the depreciation cycle, but are still new enough that they come with most modern performance, features, safety equipment, and creature comforts. Each vehicle on the list earned CR‘s recommended status when new, has average or better reliability, and has earned the consumer organization’s Green Choice designation.
With a price range of between $16,550-$18,825 and owner-reported efficiency of up to 42 miles-per-gallon, the 2017 Ford C-Max was an easy choice for this list, as well as a tremendous value. Consumer Reports notes that in its own testing, the hybrid C-Max and plug-in hybrid C-Max Energi both returned 37 miles-per-gallon, while the latter can travel up to 18 miles on electric power alone.
CR also praised the C-Max’s spacious interior that’s fit neatly in a small package, and notes that it’s both quieter and more enjoyable to drive than the Toyota Prius. Other highlights include solid outward visibility and the “highly intuitive” SYNC 3 system, though there are some critiques – the C-Max’s limited cargo space (due to the battery pack), a flat and low rear seat, and a slightly cramped driver’s seat. Regardless, the C-Max is still a fantastic value at the moment in a world that doesn’t have many to offer.
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Cmax Energi have an air cooled battery pack that suffers degradation via poor thermal regulation. Check capacity via driving test before purchase.
All of the Ford hybrids are vastly better than the Toyota hybrids!!
I have a 2014 Ford Fusion Hybrid and I get over 40 MPG every time I drive it. Just going to the nearest shopping center gives me over 50! My highest mileage was 54 MPG years ago.
Now Ford has two hybrid trucks, the F-150 .and the Maverick. Does any other brand in the world has such great offers?
I have a 2013 C Max hybrid. Never expected it to be the best car I have owned.
Agreed, bought mine new in 2013, still delivers from 51 to 53 mpg around town, mid 40’s on the interstate. Plan to send mine in for service to replaces the hoses, flush the cooling system, and a new battery. Started doing this when the C-Max was 5 years old. I was left stranded by a busted hose once on a Buick in the late 1970’s … never again for at least that reason. Hey Ford ! Bring back the C-Max, an like the Maverick offer both std gas an hybrid models !
I have a 2013 C-Max Hybrid, bought new close to ten years ago … It routinely delivers 51 to 53 mpg around town, and 42 to 45 mpg on the interstate. Hey Ford … bring back the C-Max ! And offer it in a std an hybrid model … it will sell.
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