Ford C-MAX
The Ford C -MAX, formerly Ford Focus C -MAX, a car model of the car maker Ford is It is a compact MPV, manufactured at the Ford plant in Saarlouis from May 2003. In April 2007, there was a visual and technical revision and renamed the Ford C -MAX.
In December 2010, the second generation of the C -MAX arrived in Germany on the market. This is now also available in a longer version called the Ford Grand C -MAX. The second generation model is produced exclusively in the Spanish plant in Valencia Almussafes.
- 2.1 General
- 2.2 technology
- 2.3 Security
- 2.4 trim levels
- 2.5 engines
- 2.6 C-MAX Energi
Focus C -MAX / C -MAX (2003-2010)
Ford Focus C -Max (2003-2007)
Generally
The C -MAX based on the chassis of the second generation model of the Ford Focus, but was prior to this on the market. Unlike many competitors, the vehicle offered no third row seat with auxiliary seats, but with the seating system "comfort" instead a flexible rear seats (not available in the basic version Ambiente): Once the seat cushion and seat back folded the middle seat to the rear and partially folded parcel shelf was the legroom of the rear outboard seats was significantly increased by diagonally moving inwards / backwards. The disadvantage was the resulting, slightly higher interior noise level, since the resonance volume was increased due to the inward partially open cargo space. In addition, this luggage capacity has been reduced.
A special feature was the large center console "Premium" (standard on Ghia equipment ) with the built- up to the facelift in spring 2007 electronic parking brake EPB (Electronic Parking Brake).
Security
The C- Max had a standard comprehensive safety features: In addition to the usual ABS and seat belt pretensioners he had an ESP with ASR and 6 airbags ( Fahrer-/Beifahrer, two side airbags and head -shoulder airbags front and rear ). In the Euro NCAP crash test in November 2003, he received in the assessment of child safety in the car as a first car 4 stars. This also corresponded to the overall result.
Facelift
In April 2007, the only C -MAX was given a facelift without the addition of Focus said carriage.
The front should be the " Kinetic Design " of the other Ford models continue: New vertically arranged fog lights, larger front grille with horizontal chrome strip and other headlights. In addition, Ford had the new C -MAX equipped with LED taillights, which gave the car a futuristic vision in the dark. The interior has been upgraded with silver applications in " brushed chrome " look and a new center console called "premium"; Furthermore, the instrument cluster illumination was changed from green been typical for Ford in red.
As of February 2008, the C -MAX was available with an LPG system installed; Base was the 2.0-liter petrol engine with 107 kW. The luggage compartment floor increased by 42.5 liters of LPG comprehensive, additional dump tank by around ten centimeters. In gas operation, about 400 km could be achieved. Together with the 55 -liter petrol tank had the car a range of over 1100 kilometers.
Rear view of the C -MAX
Equipment variants
- Atmosphere (basic model with ABS, Brake Assist, ESP with ASR, six airbags, elec. Steering, electr. Adjustable mirrors, central locking, height adjustable driver's seat )
- Trend ( as ambience Additional units radio central locking, electric. Heated mirrors, luggage cover, trip computer, air conditioning, 12 V socket in the luggage compartment, Driver's seat with lumbar support, seat system "comfort" rear)
- Ghia ( such as trend Additional units separately for driver and front passenger, electronically controlled air-conditioning, cruise control system, center console, rear sunblinds )
- Titanium
- Trend X ( Special Edition )
- Black Magic ( Special Edition )
- Fun X ( Special Edition )
- Futura ( special model, such as trend Additional units separately for driver and front passenger Air conditioning unit, Sony car stereo, alloy wheels )
- Style ( Special Edition )
- Connection ( set )
- Fun ( Special Edition )
In Switzerland, the C -MAX was available in two trim levels:
- Carving
- Titanium
Engines
In addition to the gasoline / diesel engines were alternative drive systems such as petroleum gas ( LPG), natural gas ( CNG) and Bio - ethanol E85 (FFV ) are available. The CO2 emissions were between 129 g / km and 174 g / km.
C -MAX '10 / Grand C -MAX (since 2010)
Ford C -MAX (since 2010)
Generally
At the IAA in September 2009, Ford before the second model generation of the C -MAX.
On December 4, 2010, she arrived in Germany on the market. In addition to the usual C -MAX is now also an extended version called the Grand C -MAX. This has two rear sliding doors and a fee from a third-row seats, which consists of two individual seats.
Technology
The C -MAX 2010 is built on the chassis of the third generation of the Ford Focus, but was introduced before that. Already in the first series of the C -MAX, it had been like. As in other Ford models, the new EcoBoost engines, gasoline direct injection engine with a low-pressure turbocharger and two variable -driven, overhead camshafts are also available in the C -MAX. The EcoBoost and some diesel versions are equipped with 6-speed manual gearbox and start -stop system.
In addition, Ford plans to offer the C -MAX plug- in hybrid and a full hybrid.
Security
The C -MAX and Grand C -MAX have a standard safety equipment that includes: front and side airbags for driver and front passenger, head and shoulder airbags for driver, front passenger and the two outer seats in the second row, Three -point seat belts with belt tensioners and belt force limiters for all seats, anti-lock brakes with electronic brake- force distribution, emergency brake assist, ESP with traction control and traction control including Torque Vectoring Control. It is a system based on the curve -outward front wheel delivers more torque in braking when cornering, thus increasing the driving stability. There are also safety seats to prevent slipping under the belt, an emergency brake, the flashing during emergency braking and steering column that collapses at a frontal collision, to prevent leg injuries.
For an additional charge various assistance systems are available, including a fatigue warning that measures the distance to the vehicle ahead, a lane assistant, a traffic sign recognition system, a parking assistant and a Blind Spot Assist, which help detect by radar sensors, if there is another vehicle in the blind spot to warn the driver via a warning light in the side mirror.
In the Euro NCAP crash test both the C -MAX and Grand C -MAX were the best value out of 5 stars.
Equipment variants
C -MAX and Grand C -MAX are available in Germany in three trim levels.
- The basic version ambience, in addition to the aforementioned safety equipment on electric front windows ( Grand C- MAX also additional rear), power-adjustable side mirrors with integrated turn signals and an MP3-compatible CD audio system.
- As a trend of the car is also equipped with a manual air conditioning, electric rear windows with total locking, heated mirrors, 12 -volt outlet in the cargo area, a chrome grille decorated and a height-adjustable driver's seat with adjustable lumbar support.
- The top model Titanium is also equipped as standard with fog lights, a headlight assistant with day and night sensor, automatic temperature control for the air conditioning, hill start assistant, a cruise control, rain sensor, and a power button for starting and stopping the engine. The passenger seat is also height-adjustable with adjustable lumbar support, as well as grille and side windows are decorated with chrome trim, shift knob and steering wheel are made of leather and alloy wheels with tire pressure monitoring system.
Engines
All engines meet the Euro 5 emissions standard, the diesel engines are fitted with a diesel particulate filter.
C-MAX Energi
At the Detroit Motor Show 2011, Ford before a plug- in hybrid model of the C -MAX, which will be available in 2012 in North America and 2013 in Europe. It is the first plug -in hybrid the company's history. The range with fully charged batteries should be over 800 km, the petrol consumption should be below that of the Ford Fusion Hybrid which consumes 5.7 liters per 100 km.
The car has a Ford developed by lithium - ion battery with a capacity of 7.6 kWh, in addition, while charging the vehicle's interior temperature can be specifically controlled, if desired, even by application of a smartphone.
The C -Max Energi has the same information system as the electric version of the Ford Focus. It informs the driver about the charge level, remaining range and fuel consumption of the batteries. He also is the so-called "brake- Coach" pointed out how it brakes the most efficient in order to recover as much energy to charge the batteries.
In addition to a 2.0-liter petrol engine which operates on the Atkinson cycle and 105 kW (143 hp), the vehicle has an electric motor with 88 kW (120 hp), which provides a maximum torque of 240 Nm. The top speed in electric mode lies at 136 km / h