2018 Ford C-Max vs. Its Competition

2018 Ford C-Max
John Voelcker John Voelcker

If you can charge a plug-in car at home or at work, consider the Ford C-Max Energi plug-in hybrid; its higher price will be partially offset by a federal income-tax credit.

2018 Ford C-Max2018 Ford C-Max
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Quick Specs
5.3
The 2018 Ford C-Max Hybrid and Energi plug-in hybrid are comfortable and spacious, but their fuel economy is lower than virtually all hybrid competitors.
7.5
The 2018 Chevrolet Volt is an accomplished and refined extended-range electric car that makes an ideal everyday commuter.
6.2
With a plug-in hybrid joining hybrid and electric versions, the 2018 Hyundai Ioniq normalizes green powertrains: it’s relatively fun to drive, and doesn’t look strange.
5.4
New-car buyers seeking the comforts of a factory warranty can be limited in budget picks. The 2018 Kia Rio does many little things right for not a lot of cash.
6.2
The 2018 Toyota Prius wins our minds with its fuel-efficiency and low running costs. Our hearts are a different story.
MSRP From    
$24,120$33,220$22,200$13,900$23,475
Gas Mileage    
42 MPG City / 38 MPG Hwy43 MPG City / 42 MPG Hwy55 MPG City / 59 MPG Hwy28 MPG City / 37 MPG Hwy54 MPG City / 53 MPG Hwy
Engine    
Gas/Electric I-4Gas/Electric I4Gas/Electric I-4Regular Unleaded I-4Gas/Electric I-4
EPA Class    
Large CarsCompact CarsLarge CarsCompact CarsMid-Size Cars
Style Name    
SE FWD5-Door HB LTBlue HatchbackLX ManualOne (GS)
Drivetrain    
Front Wheel DriveFront wheel driveFront Wheel DriveFront Wheel DriveFront Wheel Drive
Passenger Capacity    
55555
Passenger Doors    
N/A4N/AN/AN/A
Body Style    
HatchbackHatchbackHatchbackSedanHatchback
Transmission    
CVT w/ODAutomaticAuto-Shift Manual w/ODManual w/ODCVT w/OD
Detailed Spec Comparison
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