Euro NCAP subjected both vehicles to a series of thoroughly demanding tests before awarding them each the coveted five stars out of five rating.

Grand C-MAX scored maximum points for its protection of young infants in impact tests and an impressive 96% for its all-round protection of adults. C-MAX achieved virtually maximum marks for its protection of young infants and a 92% result for its adult safety measures.

Both vehicles attained notable scores for their pedestrian protection as well as high ratings for their safety assist technology such as electronic stability control and front seat belt reminder systems which both come as standard.

The C-MAX and Grand C-MAX demonstrate our commitment to manufacturing vehicles that put you and your family's safety first.

 

By using the very latest technology in driver and occupant protection, our passive safety package called IPS is set to deliver the maximum 5-star Euro NCAP rating for adult occupant protection. This includes the following advanced systems, ready to spring into action in a fraction of a second:

*Note: a child seat should never be placed in the front passenger seat when the Ford vehicle is equipped with an operational front passenger’s airbag. The safest place for children is properly restrained on the second row seats.

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.

Improves vehicle stability in slippery conditions by increasing engine torque to prevent the drive wheels from locking as a result of a strong engine braking effect. The system re-accelerates the slipping wheel(s) to build up traction forces between the tyres and the road.

When the anti-lock braking system (ABS) is active on the front wheels of a heavily laden vehicle, brake pressure to the rear axle automatically increases to maximise braking performance.

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 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.

Flashes the break lights automatically during an emergency braking manoeuvre, to warn following cars.

When the vehicle recognises a potential emergency stopping situation, the ESP unit pre-charges the brake system, closing the gap between brake pads and discs to help reduce stopping distance.

Helps achieve the best possible braking during an emergency situation by increasing the brake pressure if the system senses that the driver has applied insufficient pressure.

This innovation prevents you from rolling backwards when making a hill start. After releasing the brake pedal when stationary, the technology keeps the wheels braked, assisting the driver to move away safely.

Provides an additional level of confidence and control while towing. It uses a combination of technologies to detect and apply engine and braking countermeasures that correct a trailer's swaying movement.

Select reverse gear and a rearward view automatically displays on the instrument panel. You can see how close you are to objects behind and graphics superimposed on the image indicate the vehicle's direction of travel. (Option, as part of Sony DAB navigation system at extra cost, on C-MAX and Grand C-MAX Titanium).

Available as part of cruise control, this system lets you set your top speed between 19 to 70 mph. The engine management system ensures you keep within your set limit, helping you concentrate on the road ahead rather than the speedometer. (Standard on C-MAX and Grand C-MAX Titanium).

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.

With six levels of sensitivity, autowipers on the C-MAX and Grand C-MAX spring into action at the first drop of rain, increasing in speed to deal with whatever the weather may throw at you. It's more convenient and can help your concentration level in really challenging driving conditions.

Helps you park in spaces just 1.2 times the length of the car. After confirming the space is large enough, the system operates the steering while you control the pedals. Audio and visual guides help you manoeuvre. (Option as part of Convenience Pack).

This innovation prevents you from rolling backwards when making a hill start. After releasing the brake when stationary, the technology keeps the wheels braked and assists the driver to move away safely.