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Note: This performance review was created when the 2017 Ford C-Max Energi was new.
Performance: | 8.1 |
The 2017 Ford C-Max Energi has a satisfactory drive for a hybrid that is similar to its gas-only competitors'. It has agile handling (though its heavy battery can somewhat affect that) and an engaging ride, thanks to its communicative steering. Its acceleration is strong, especially with electric power only, and its gas engine adds extra oomph when accelerating to highway and passing speeds.
The 2017 Ford C-Max Energi has a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine and an electric motor that produce a combined 188 horsepower. A continuously variable automatic transmission is standard.
Fuel economy estimates for 2017 are not yet available. As a result, the following estimates are from 2016. On a full charge, the C-Max Energi can travel at speeds of up to 85 mph on electric-only power. It has a driving range of 19 miles, according to Ford. It gets a combined 88 mpg-e in electric-only mode. (Click here to learn more about mpg-e.) On a mix of gasoline and electric power, the C-Max Energi gets 40 mpg in the city and 36 mpg on the highway. This is less than many plug-in and conventional hybrids, such as the Chevy Volt and Toyota Prius v.
The C-Max Energi delivers quick acceleration, but passing moves will likely require the extra kick that the seamless transition to the gasoline engine delivers. Reviewers note the car's transmission generates a loud drone, which is a common malady of CVTs.
The 2017 Ford C-Max Energi can be recharged in seven hours using a standard household outlet. A 240-volt outlet – which can be found at public charging stations or installed in your home – can fully charge the battery in 2.5 hours. According to Ford, the C-Max Energi has an electric driving range of 19 miles on a full charge.
The 2017 Ford C-Max Energi has a comfortable, quiet ride. It has agile handling for a hybrid, but its heavy battery can take a toll on that at times. However, the sharp and responsive steering provides an engaging ride. Additionally, it has a regenerative braking system, which helps recharge the battery by utilizing the forward momentum to turn the electric motor and create an electric charge. A frequent criticism of these systems is that they can feel grabby compared to standard friction brakes. Unfortunately, the C-Max Energi is not immune to this criticism. Using the brakes will take some getting used to if you haven't driven a hybrid before.
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