Ford C-MAX is a compact multi-purpose vehicle, measuring between 4372 mm (172.13 in.) and 4520 mm (177.95 in.) in length, 1825 mm (71.85 in.) and 2022 mm (79.61 in.) in width, and 1595 mm (62.8 in.) and 1694 mm (66.69 in.) in height.
Ground clearance of Ford C-MAX is 140 mm (5.5 in.).
Curb weight of Ford C-Max is between 1223 kg (2696.25 lbs.) and 1769 kg (3899.98 lbs.), depending on the variant.
Lowest output in the Ford C-MAX range is 85 Hp (2015 Ford C-MAX II (facelift 2015) 1.6 Ti-VCT), while the highest - 188 Hp, delivered by the model’s hybrid variant - 2015 Ford C-MAX II (facelift 2015) 2.0 Atkinson Energi Plug-in Hybrid eCVT.
The Ford C-MAX can be quite efficient for its segment, with fuel economy figures going as low as 3.8 l/100 km (61.9 mpg) (2015 Ford C-MAX II (facelift 2015) 1.5 ECOnetic (105 Hp) S&S). Highest consumption in the range is 9.2 l/100 km (25.57 mpg) (2005 Ford C-MAX 1.8 16V (125 Hp) FlexFuel), but very few variants are on the higher end.
Fuel tank capacity can be 53 l (14 gal), 55 l (14.53 gal), or 60 l (15.85 gal), depending on the modification.
There is a plug-in hybrid variant in the second generation Ford C-MAX range, equipped with a 2.0-liter Atkinson cycle 4-cylinder petrol engine and an electric motor powered by a 7.6 kWh lithium-ion battery pack, with a total output of 188 Hp.
Some common problems with Ford C-MAX vehicles, that owners have reported, are the turbocharger failing to kick in, increased fuel consumption, and rear brake issues.