2018 Ford C-Max review
Ford C-Max highlights
Customer rating
Mileage (EPA estimate)
42 city, 38 highway, 40 combined
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All Ford C-Max years
What is new for the 2018 Ford C-Max?
- The C-Max is available in a variety of new trims, including the SE and Titanium.
- The SE Energi and Titanium Energi trims have been discontinued for 2018.
- Heated Steering Wheel and Sunroof(s) features are now available as options on select trims.
2018 Ford C-Max trims
Curious how Ford C-Max trims differ? Use our side-by-side vehicle comparison to see the differences and similaritiesSE:
- 188-hp, 129-lb-ft of torque 2.0L
- Power Seats
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Mirrors
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Side Airbags
- View our Ford C-Max SE inventory
Titanium:
- Includes all features available on the SE
- Parking Sensors
- Front Seat Heaters
- Leather Seats
- Remote Start
- Smart Key
- Sony Sound System
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
SE Hybrid:
- Includes all features available on the Titanium
- 2.0L
- View our Ford C-Max SE Hybrid inventory
Titanium Hybrid:
- Includes all features available on the SE Hybrid
- No significant upgrades found on the Titanium Hybrid
- View our Ford C-Max Titanium Hybrid inventory
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Ratings & reliability
RepairPal gave the Ford C-Max an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Ford C-Max 7th out of 46 among Compact Cars.
RepairPal reports that the average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a Ford C-Max is $416, compared to an average of $453 for Compact Cars and $591 for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
According to RepairPal, Ford C-Max owners bring their vehicles into a repair shop for unscheduled repairs an average of 0.7 times per year, compared to an average of 1.1 times for Compact Cars and 1.3 times for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
RepairPal reported that the probability of a repair being a severe or major issue is 11% for the Ford C-Max, compared to an average of 12% for Compact Cars and 14% for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
Ford C-Max features and specs
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Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cruise Control
- Front Seat Heaters
- Heated Mirrors
- Leather Seats
- Overhead Airbags
- Parking Sensors
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Remote Start
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Sony Sound System
- Sync System
- Traction Control
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Sunroof(s)
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.0L
Horsepower
188
Torque (ft-lbs)
129
Engine type
Hybrid
Fuel capacity
13.5
Wheelbase
104.3"
Overall length
173.6"
Width
72"
Height
63.9"
Leg room
F 43.1"/R 36.5"
Head room
F 41"/R 39.4"
Front tires
P225/50VR17
Rear tires
P225/50VR17
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Automatic
2018 Ford C-Max FAQ
The 2018 Ford C-Max is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Titanium: 42 MPG City and 38 MPG Highway
- SE: 42 MPG City and 38 MPG Highway
The Ford C-Max received a rating of 4 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks the Ford C-Max as 6 out of 46 among Compact Car
The 2018 Ford C-Max has received an average 4.8 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2018 Ford C-Max, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2018 Ford C-Max Reviews.
Here is what's new for the 2018 Ford C-Max:
- SE
- Titanium
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Sunroof(s)
- Rear View Camera
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