Ford C Max Energi Vs Hybrid

The Ford C-Max Hybrid and the C-Max Energi are both hybrid vehicles that use a gasoline-fed four-cylinder engine mated to an electric motor

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• It has a smaller battery than the C-Max Energi which means it has a shorter electric-only range1.
• It has a lower starting price than the C-Max Energi4.
• It has a combined fuel economy rating of 40 mpg3.

C-Max Energi:

• It has a larger battery than the C-Max Hybrid which means it has a longer electric-only range1.
• It has a higher starting price than the C-Max Hybrid4.
• It has a combined fuel economy rating of 38 mpg when running on gasoline but it can achieve up to 104 mpg when running on electricity1.

It’s worth noting that Ford has discontinued production of the C-Max Energi so it may be more difficult to find one for sale.

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What are the main differences in terms of fuel efficiency between the Ford C-Max Energi and the Ford C-Max Hybrid models?

The main differences in terms of fuel efficiency between the Ford C-Max Energi and the Ford C-Max Hybrid models are as follows:

1. Powertrain: Both the C-Max Energi and C-Max Hybrid models use the same hybrid powertrain which consists of a gasoline-fed four-cylinder engine mated to an electric motor. However the C-Max Energi has a larger battery compared to the C-Max Hybrid.
2. Fuel Economy: The fuel economy ratings for the C-Max Energi and C-Max Hybrid models vary slightly. the C-Max Energi has a combined fuel economy rating of 39 MPG while the C-Max Hybrid has a combined fuel economy rating of 40 MPG. The city fuel economy rating for the C-Max Energi is 87 MPG and the highway fuel economy rating is 104 MPG. On the other hand the city fuel economy rating for the C-Max Hybrid is 42 MPG and the highway fuel economy rating is 38 MPG.
3. Range: The C-Max Energi has a higher electric-only range compared to the C-Max Hybrid. The C-Max Energi is capable of driving on electricity alone at speeds of up to 85 MPH. However specific range figures were not mentioned in the .
4. Fuel Tank: The fuel tank volume for the C-Max Energi and C-Max Hybrid models also differs slightly. The C-Max Energi has a fuel tank volume of 14 gallons while the C-Max Hybrid has a fuel tank volume of 13.5 gallons.

Overall while the C-Max Energi offers a higher electric-only range and potentially better fuel economy in electric mode the C-Max Hybrid has a slightly higher combined fuel economy rating. The choice between the two models would depend on individual preferences and driving habits.

Could you provide a comparison of the driving ranges for both the Ford C-Max Energi and Hybrid versions? How do they differ when running solely on electric power?

The Ford C-Max Energi and Hybrid versions both use the same hybrid powertrain which consists of a gasoline-fed four-cylinder engine mated to an electric motor. However there are differences in their driving ranges and performance when running solely on electric power.

• Ford C-Max Energi: The C-Max Energi has a larger battery pack compared to the standard non-pluggable C-Max Hybrid. It is equipped with a 7.6-kWh battery pack which provides enough electric power to travel up to an EPA-rated 20 miles on electrons alone. This means that when the battery pack is fully charged the C-Max Energi can run solely on electric power for approximately 20 miles before the gasoline engine kicks in.
• Ford C-Max Hybrid: The C-Max Hybrid on the other hand has a smaller battery pack with a capacity of 1.4-kWh. While it also has an electric motor the electric power in the C-Max Hybrid is primarily used to assist the gasoline engine rather than running solely on electric power for an extended range.

It’s important to note that the driving range of both versions can vary depending on factors such as driving conditions temperature and individual driving habits. Additionally the C-Max Energi’s electric range of 20 miles falls short compared to other plug-in hybrid vehicles like the Chevrolet Volt which has an EPA-rated 53-mile electric range.

the Ford C-Max Energi has a larger battery pack and can travel up to 20 miles solely on electric power while the C-Max Hybrid primarily relies on the gasoline engine with the electric motor providing assistance.

In terms of overall cost of ownership including maintenance and battery replacement (if applicable) which model the C-Max Energi or Hybrid tends to be more cost-effective in the long run?

it is difficult to determine which model the C-Max Energi or Hybrid tends to be more cost-effective in the long run in terms of overall cost of ownership including maintenance and battery replacement. However some information can be gathered from the :

• Edmunds provides a “True Cost to Own” calculator for the 2018 Ford C-Max Hybrid which estimates the cost of ownership over a five-year period. According to the calculator the estimated total cost of ownership for the 2018 C-Max Hybrid Wagon SE 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT) is $37140 which includes depreciation taxes and fees financing fuel insurance maintenance repairs and any applicable federal tax credit.
• Girard Ford explains that the key difference between the C-Max Hybrid and the C-Max Energi is the engine which offers different benefits. The electric engine in the C-Max Energi goes further per charge but requires a long refueling time. The C-Max Hybrid on the other hand has a smaller battery and can’t be plugged in but has a larger gas tank and can go further on a full tank of gas.
• Car.USNews provides a comparison of the 2017 Ford C-Max Energi vs. 2017 Ford C-Max Hybrid vs. 2017 Toyota Prius and the pros and cons listed for the C-Max Energi include “swift acceleration” “decent driving dynamics” and “low ownership costs”. In a comparison of the 2017 Ford C-Max Energi vs. 2017 Toyota Prius V vs. 2017 Chevrolet Volt the pros and cons listed for the C-Max Energi include “swift acceleration” “decent driving dynamics” and “low ownership costs”.

Overall it seems that the C-Max Energi may have lower ownership costs than the C-Max Hybrid due to its electric engine and lower fuel costs. However the C-Max Hybrid may have lower maintenance costs due to its smaller battery and lack of plug-in capability. Ultimately the cost-effectiveness of each model will depend on individual driving habits and other factors.