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Advanced engineering

The C-MAX and Grand C-MAX introduce advanced engineering that enhances performance, sustainability and helps lower the cost of ownership.

You can choose from upgraded versions of our acclaimed Duratorq TDCi diesel engines, the 1.6-litre EcoBoost turbocharged petrol engine and the ever-popular Duratec petrol units. In addition, our lower CO2 engines are available with advanced transmissions, including a Durashift six-speed manual gearbox, used for the first time in the C-MAX and Grand C-MAX, and the PowerShift six-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.

	Engines and transmissions

	Driving technologies

New 1.6-litre EcoBoost petrol engine

The 1.6-litre EcoBoost petrol engine is available as a 150 PS power output. The unit achieves a fuel economy (combined cycle) of 42.8 mpg (Grand C-MAX) and 44.1 mpg (C-MAX) with a CO2 output of 154 g/km (Grand C-MAX) and149 g/km* (C-MAX). Better still, EcoBoost engines deliver the improved power and fuel efficiency while reducing CO2 emissions by up to 18% compared to the 2.0-litre Duratec petrol engine. Needless to say, the engines also meet today's most stringent global emissions requirements.

EcoBoost responsiveness and broad spread of power at low rpm levels combined with reduced size, weight and fuel economy mean a more exhilarating driving experience.

Upgraded Duratorq TDCi diesel engines

The 1.6- and 2.0-litre Duratorq TDCi diesel engines available in the C-MAX and Grand C-MAX have been completely updated to deliver improved performance, fuel economy and refinement. Driveability is significantly enhanced with increased responsiveness and plenty of power even at low engine speeds.

The 1.6-litre Duratorq TDCi is available in a 115 PS power rating. This can deliver extra performance when hard acceleration is required. It does this with an overboost, which increases peak torque from 270 Nm to 285 Nm for up to 15 seconds. There's exceptional fuel efficiency with both variants achieving fuel economy (combined cycle) of 61.4 mpg and CO2 emissions of just 119 g/km in the C-MAX (and 57.7 mpg and 129 g/km in the Grand C-MAX).

The latest 2.0-litre Duratorq TDCi engine brings powerful performance to the C-MAX's diesel line-up, but not at the expense of fuel economy and CO2 emissions. The 140 PS unit delivers more power, a broader spread of torque and improved responsiveness at low engine speeds, while achieving fuel economy (combined cycle) of 55.4 mpg and CO2 emissions of 139 g/km* in the C-MAX (with manual transmission).

Other petrol engines

The petrol engine line-up in the C-MAX and Grand C-MAX also includes Ford’s proven 1.6-litre Duratec Ti-VCT unit with power outputs of 105 PS and 125 PS.

This responsive and economical all-aluminium 16-valve Ti-VCT engine has been further optimised and tuned to deliver reduced fuel consumption and more performance. Fuel economy (combined cycle) figures have improved with 42.8 mpg and a CO2 output of 154 g/km* in the C-MAX.

The 105 PS engine has a top speed of 112 mph and accelerates from zero to 62 mph in 12.6 seconds. With the new 125 PS engine, top speed rises to 117 mph, while the zero to 62 mph time is cut to 11.5 seconds.

Ford PowerShift dual-clutch automatic transmission

You can also specify the highly efficient PowerShift six-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, which is available with the 140 PS version of the latest 2.0-litre Duratorq TDCi diesel.

The smooth and advanced PowerShift transmission is a dual-clutch design that combines the efficiency, optimised gear ratios and driving enjoyment of a manual gearbox with the smoothness and ease of use of an automatic. The transmission is significantly more efficient than conventional automatics, resulting in impressive fuel economy levels and low CO2 emissions. With the 140 PS 2.0-litre Duratorq TDCi engine, the C-MAX with Ford PowerShift has a (combined cycle)fuel consumption of 50.4 mpg and a CO2 output of 149 g/km*, while still being capable of an impressive 0-62 mph acceleration time of 10.1 seconds.

New six-speed Ford Durashift manual transmission

The C-MAX and Grand C-MAX vehicles fitted with the 1.6-litre EcoBoost petrol and 1.6-litre Duratorq TDCi diesel engines are available with a completely six-speed manual gearbox.

The Durashift transmission replaces existing five-speed gearboxes with a design that is exceptionally light and compact for its power output. The new transmission is 30% lighter than our other six-speed manual gearbox, while it's the same size and weight as the current five-speed transmission for small cars, despite having the additional ratio and a 50% higher torque capacity.

To reduce fuel consumption further, the design minimises efficiency losses, such as oil flow within the transmission. It also delivers best-in-class gearshift quality, with utmost precision and economy.

*Note: all CO2 emission figures in g/km and fuel consumption figures are from officially approved tests in accordance with EC Directive 93/116/EC. Fuel economy figures quoted are based on the European Fuel Economy Directive EU 80/1268/EEC and will differ from fuel economy drive cycle results in other regions of the world.

Active Park Assist

Active Park Assist helps you park in spaces just 1.2 times the length of the car. What’s more, it will actually perform a semi-automatic parallel parking manoeuvre. It uses a series of body-mounted sensors, so the driver only has to press the accelerator, shift gears or brake – the steering is all done for you! Audible warnings and information displayed on the centre console's screen guide the driver until the parking manoeuvre has been successfully completed. (Option as part of the Convenience Pack).

Blind Spot Information System

This high-tech visual aid is available to help make journeys more relaxing, especially on motorways. As another vehicle enters your blind spot, the system alerts you by illuminating a warning light in the relevant door mirror.

Torque Vectoring Control

Improves stability in tight corners by applying brake force to the inside wheel and transferring power to the outer wheel. Cornering is sure-footed thanks to the increased traction and reduced understeer.

Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) with Traction Control and Emergency Brake Assist (EBA)

The state-of-the-art ESP is at the heart of many of the active safety features. It monitors the vehicle’s progress and is always ready to apply effective – and often imperceptible – intervention when required. While the system cannot be overridden, a new reduced assistance mode helps the vehicle in slippery traction situations such as getting the vehicle out of deep snow.

ESP also incorporates Traction Control to eliminate excessive wheel spin and guarantee optimal traction performance and stability. For times when you need to stop quickly, EBA ensures full braking force is available whenever necessary, helping reduce stopping distances in an emergency. And, should you need to brake heavily, the Emergency Brake Warning repeatedly flashes the rear brake lights to alert other drivers.

Subframe-mounted suspension

The improved suspension system in the C-MAX and Grand C-MAX reduces steering friction and advances handling control. The front and rear suspension systems are mounted on the vehicle's subframe, which helps them to deliver optimal performance, composed steering and a thoroughly comfortable ride.

Steering and handling

The rack-and-pinion steering system with hydraulic power assistance provides the best possible steering feedback. To produce enhanced stability, special attention has been given to the tuning of the suspension and steering systems.

Electric power-assisted steering (EPAS)

The system can easily determine individual driving situations, like country road cruising or parking, and automatically apply the precise level of hydraulic support. As speed increases, less steering assistance is required and EPAS automatically stiffens the steering for better feedback and road contact. Integral to the steering system, Pull-Drift Compensation minimises the annoying holding effort when driving along roads with a heavy camber, or with a constant side wind. What's more, EPAS only provides power assistance when required, which can reduce fuel consumption by up to 3% compared to a conventional hydraulic power steering system.