The product:
The C-Max Energi is a variant of Ford's C-Max Hybrid, a funky European-derived car abounding in sheer practicality. In our testing, the C-Max Hybrid achieved consistent low-40s fuel economy, while offering a large amount of versatile interior space.
Due to a larger lithium ion battery pack, the C-Max Energi sacrifices some of its cargo area, but gains the ability to drive under pure electric power for 21 miles, according to Ford.
The EPA estimates the C-Max Energi at 44 mpg city, 41 mpg highway, and 100 mpg equivalent, the last number based on it being driven under electric power. After a week of testing, my fuel economy in the C-Max Energi came to 58.2 mpg.
What it offers:
If you have a commute under 50 miles and a place to plug the car in, the 2013 Ford C-Max Energi makes an economical and excellent commuter and family vehicle.
The advantage:
With frequent recharging, the 2013 Ford C-Max Energi gets fuel economy approaching 100 mpg. Sync offers excellent voice command and connectivity for personal electronics.
The unfavorable:
A wide turning radius makes maneuvering in tight spaces tough. The optional MyFord Touch interface reacts slowly to input.
The price:
$32,950.00
Due to a larger lithium ion battery pack, the C-Max Energi sacrifices some of its cargo area, but gains the ability to drive under pure electric power for 21 miles, according to Ford.
The EPA estimates the C-Max Energi at 44 mpg city, 41 mpg highway, and 100 mpg equivalent, the last number based on it being driven under electric power. After a week of testing, my fuel economy in the C-Max Energi came to 58.2 mpg.
What it offers:
If you have a commute under 50 miles and a place to plug the car in, the 2013 Ford C-Max Energi makes an economical and excellent commuter and family vehicle.The advantage:
With frequent recharging, the 2013 Ford C-Max Energi gets fuel economy approaching 100 mpg. Sync offers excellent voice command and connectivity for personal electronics.
The unfavorable:
A wide turning radius makes maneuvering in tight spaces tough. The optional MyFord Touch interface reacts slowly to input.
The price:
$32,950.00
