Ford introduced the C-MAX in 2003 as a compact people carrier based on the Focus. During those first few years (through to 2007), it was known as the Focus C-MAX. The second generation also brought the seven-seater model, the Grand C-MAX. Ford worked hard to keep all the lineups relevant and competitive until it was discontinued in 2019.
446 Used Ford C-Max cars for sale
Ford C-Max2018 - 1.5 Tdci Titanium MPV 5dr Diesel Powershift Euro 6 s/s 120 Ps
33£9,212
- 1.5L
- Miles
61.7K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- People Carrier
Ford C-Max2011 (11) - 1.6 Titanium 5dr 12 MTH MOT*
12Low Mileage
£3,499
Finance available £56 pm
- 1.6L
- Miles
61.7K
- Petrol
- Manual
- People Carrier
Neath Abbey Cars Ltd
Ford C-Max2017 (17) - 2.0 TDCi 150 Titanium 5dr ++ ZERO DEPOSIT 212 P/MTH ++ SAT NAV / ULEZ / DAB
30£8,675
Finance available £171 pm
- 2L
- Miles
75.0K
- Diesel
- Manual
- People Carrier
Nick King Car Sales (Gloucester)
Ford C-Max2013 (63) - 1.6 TITANIUM TDCI 5d 114 BHP 5-Door
16Reduced
£3,995
Finance available £67 pm
- 1.6L
- Miles
106.0K
- Diesel
- Manual
- People Carrier
Rhondda Motor Company
Ford C-Max2016 - TITANIUM TDCI 5-Door
6Low Mileage
£8,995
Finance available £179 pm
- 1.5L
- Miles
39.0K
- Diesel
- Manual
- People Carrier
Ford C-Max2018 - 1.5 TDCi Zetec 5dr
36£7,790
- 1.5L
- Miles
63.8K
- Diesel
- Manual
- People Carrier
Marshall SKODA Oxford
Ford C-Max2017 (67) - 1.5 TDCi Titanium X Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr
37Low Mileage
£9,990
- 1.5L
- Miles
50.3K
- Diesel
- Manual
- People Carrier
Keywise Cars Ltd
Ford C-Max2019 - 1.5 TDCi Titanium Powershift Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr
23£9,995
Finance available £201 pm
- 1.5L
- Miles
49.8K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- People Carrier
Ford C-Max2016 - 1.5L ZETEC TDCI MPV 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 6 (118 bhp)
22Reduced
£5,995
Finance available £109 pm
- 1.5L
- Miles
69.9K
- Diesel
- Manual
- People Carrier
North End Motor Company
Ford C-Max2013 (13) - 1.0 EcoBoost 125 Titanium 5dr
13Low Mileage
£5,690
Finance available £105 pm
- 1L
- Miles
53.0K
- Petrol
- Manual
- People Carrier
Ford C-Max2013 (62) - 1.6 TDCi Zetec Euro 5 5dr
25Low Mileage
£3,795
Finance available £62 pm
- 1.6L
- Miles
82.6K
- Diesel
- Manual
- People Carrier
Ringley Car Sales
Ford C-Max2015 (65) - 1.5 TDCi Zetec 5dr Powershift
18Reduced
£5,499
Finance available £101 pm
- 1.5L
- Miles
46.8K
- Diesel
- Semi Auto
- People Carrier
Ford C-Max2011 (11) - 1.6 Titanium MPV 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 5 (125 ps)
12Low Mileage
£4,000
Finance available £67 pm
- 1.6L
- Miles
72.1K
- Petrol
- Manual
- People Carrier
PARTRIDGE MOTOR CARS LIMITED
Ford C-Max2017 (67) - 1.6 Ti-VCT Zetec Euro 6 5dr
55£7,290
Finance available £143 pm
- 1.6L
- Miles
63.7K
- Petrol
- Manual
- People Carrier
Green Street car sales
Ford C-Max2013 (13) - 1.0 EcoBoost Zetec 5dr £35 TAX
6Low Mileage
£3,495
Finance available £56 pm
- 1L
- Miles
70.0K
- Petrol
- Manual
- People Carrier
Trade Sales South Wales Ltd
Ford C-Max2016 (16) - 1.0 EcoBoost 125 Zetec 5dr
13Reduced
£6,995
Finance available £134 pm
- 1L
- Miles
46.0K
- Petrol
- Manual
- People Carrier
Ford C-Max2014 (64) - 2.0 TDCi Titanium Automatic*2 x Keys - New Mot - SH - Air Con - Alloys* 5-Door
10£4,295
Finance available £74 pm
- 2L
- Miles
86.0K
- Diesel
- Semi Auto
- People Carrier
SR Cars
Ford C-Max2017 - 1.5 Grand C-Max Zetec TDCi 5dr
90Low Mileage
£8,340
Finance available £164 pm
- 1.5L
- Miles
63.0K
- Diesel
- Manual
- People Carrier
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Why buy a used Ford C-MAX?
If you're in the market for a car that's affordable, spacious and practical, then a used Ford C-MAX is a great choice. Not only can the C-MAX be found for a decent price among used cars, but it's also affordable to run. The Ford MPV can be a lot of fun to drive, while the roomy interior is designed to keep passengers comfortable.
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Pros
- Surprisingly fun to drive
- Good range of engines available
- Economical to buy and run
Cons
- Not as versatile as some rivals
- Cabin is good but not premium
- Early models have fiddly dash and infotainment
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Used Ford C-Max buying guide
Engines and transmissions
You have the choice of petrol and diesel engines, manual or automatic transmission and standard front-wheel drive.
Petrol- 1.0-litre EcoBoost outputs either 98bhp or 123bhp, providing efficiency of up to 55mpg, depending on the model variant.
- 1.5-litre engine is more powerful, creating 147bhp and a 0-60mph time of 9.9 seconds, but also decreases the efficiency to 33.6mpg.
- 1.6-litre variants produce 103bhp, 123bhp, 147bhp or 179bhp, with the most powerful hitting 60mph in 8.2 seconds and holding a respectable fuel economy of up to 45mpg.
- 1.5-litre generates 118bhp, with fuel economy varying between 46.3mpg and an impressive 74mpg on the ECOnetic variants.
- 1.6-litre produces 113bhp and offers a fuel economy of 62mpg.
- 2.0-litre Titanium variant offered that produced 138bhp or 147bhp, with the less powerful offering up to 57mpg and the higher powered producing up to 64mpg.
Practicality
The C-MAX is a practical people carrier that offers ample space for the family to enjoy the drive without feeling cramped.
Interior space- Adults have plenty of headroom and legroom thanks to the design of the seats and higher roofline.
- Three adults may struggle to fit in the back seat together, but a child fits perfectly between two adults.
- Rear ISOFIX points for child seat installation are easy to access.
- 432-litre boot can be accessed easily and features a great shape.
- Folding down the rear seats increases the boot space.
- Available hands-free electric boot opening.
- C-MAX is only available with a five-seat configuration.
- Grand C-MAX has a third row which increases seating to seven people.
Safety
- 2017 Euro NCAP rating was three out of five stars.
- Adult occupant received the highest score of 76%.
- Standard kit includes a full array of airbags, autonomous emergency braking and an impact-absorbing body shell.
Technology
- Available 8.0-inch touchscreen display offers more functionality.
- Connectivity supplied through USB and Bluetooth.
- DAB radio and voice control beca
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Different generations of used Ford C-Max
Second Generation (2010 to 2019)
The new C-MAX was designed to bring more comfort and improved safety features. A new EcoBoost engine was released to increase the efficiency without sacrificing power. The design was also changed slightly to fit in better with the rest of the lineup.
By 2014, the vehicle was ready for an update, even though Ford decided to keep the overall egg-shaped design. The bold styling and unique way of combining an MPV with a hatchback helped to make this model popular until it was retired.
- Fuel type:
- Diesel / Petrol
- Engine Size:
- 1 - 2
- MPG:
- 32 - 74
- Acceleration:
- 8.5 - 12.9 seconds
- Boot space:
- 432 - 666 L capacity
- NCAP Safety rating:
- 5 / 3 / 5 stars
Greenest
1.0 EcoBoost Zetec 5dr
Cheapest
1.6 Zetec 5dr
Fastest
1.6 EcoBoost Titanium X 5dr
First Generation (2007 to 2010)
The C-MAX was released to keep up with the growing MPV market and it was based on the Focus. The rear independent suspension made it a comfortable drive - an aspect that set it above some of the competition. However, from the outside, it looked like a carbon copy of the Focus with some larger features.
In 2007, the C-MAX received a name change (the word 'Focus' was dropped) and was updated. The headlight designs were changed to differentiate it from the Focus and a new bumper was released.
- Fuel type:
- Diesel / Petrol
- Engine Size:
- 1.6 - 2
- MPG:
- 34 - 62
- Acceleration:
- 9.6 - 13.1 seconds
- Boot space:
- 550 L capacity
- NCAP Safety rating:
- stars
Greenest
1.6 Zetec 5dr
Cheapest
1.6 Studio 5dr
Fastest
2.0TDCi Zetec 5dr
Used Ford C-Max FAQ's
Which is the most popular engine in the Ford C-MAX?
There's a nearly equal split between petrol and diesel-powered C-MAX variants among used cars. The diesel models may be slightly more efficient, but the petrol engines can output more power.
Which are the most popular model variants?
Ford offered the C-MAX in three models: Zetec, Titanium and Titanium X. The most popular has been the Zetec because of its lower price. Some variants come standard with 16-inch alloy wheels, rear parking sensors, fog lights, a heated windscreen, cruise control, voice control and autonomous emergency braking.
What optional extras should I look out for?
You could consider looking for the panoramic glass roof that adds more light to the cabin and provides an upmarket feel. Also available are part-leather upholstery and heated front seats, which are great for when temperatures drop.
Is the Ford C-MAX a good family car?
The C-MAX is designed with families in mind, offering a more spacious back seat with plenty of headroom for even the tallest passengers. The boot space is also accommodating, perfect for a holiday with the family.
Is there a hybrid version of the Ford C-MAX?
Ford didn't build a C-MAX with a hybrid powertrain. Instead, used car buyers have an option between petrol and diesel models.
Is the Ford C-MAX available as an automatic?
There are automatic options with the used C-MAX lineup. These aren't nearly as popular as the manual gearbox, but you shouldn't have trouble finding one to suit your needs.
Is there a four-wheel drive version available?
As with most cars in this segment, the C-MAX is front-wheel drive. This configuration offers decent handling in normal driving conditions and helps to keep efficiency as high as possible.
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