Ford C-Max problems: all generations
We have documented 2 generations of the Ford C-Max: C-Max I (2003–2010) and C-Max II (2010–2019). The one with the best score is the Ford C-Max I (6.0/10). Choose the generation or the year to see its faults, the engines best avoided and what to check before buying.
Ford C-Max I
2003–2010
Engines and gearboxes: 1.6 HDi, 1.8 TDCi, 1.25/1.4/1.6 Ti-VCT
Most serious fault: Critical severity
6.0 out of 10MotorFiable Score
Ford C-Max II
2010–2019
Engines and gearboxes: 1.0 EcoBoost, PowerShift gearbox, 1.6 EcoBoost, 1.6 HDi, 2.0 HDi, 1.5 EcoBoost, 1.25/1.4/1.6 Ti-VCT
Most serious fault: Critical severity
5.6 out of 10MotorFiable Score
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