El Ford Focus C-Max came to the market in 2003 to replicate the successful Citroen Xsara Picasso, Opel Zafira y Renault scenic. The first generation was sold as one more model within the Focus range, but when the brand launched its replacement, it was positioned as an independent model.
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Technical characteristics Ford Grand C-Max
The second generation of Ford Grand C Max It arrived on the market in 2010 and in 2013 it underwent a deep restyling. The model that is currently sold is this one, and although it could be considered a third generation, it is not because it is developed on the same chassis that gives life to the current Ford Focus.
Thanks to this modern platform the Grand C-Max offers first-rate dynamic behavior. As a counterpoint, it presents an interior habitability and trunk capacity below that of its rivals. Externally, the Grand C-Max measures 4,519 meters long, 1,82 meters wide and 1,642 meters high.
Mechanical range and Ford Grand C-Max gearboxes
La mechanical range of the Ford Grand C-Max It is one of the largest in its segment. In gasoline the range starts with the naturally aspirated 1.6-litre 85 hp. In the middle part it has the three-cylinder engine 1.0 EcoBoost that unfolds in 100 and 125 hp of power. Lastly, you can mount a version powered by Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) on the 1.6 engine, which on this occasion delivers 117 hp of power.
En diesel the range is articulated on the engines 1.5 and 2.0 TDCI. Both are four-cylinder and turbocharged and deliver 120 and 150 hp of power The gearboxes available for the Ford Grand C-Max are two: the first manual type with 5 and 6 ratios and the second automatic type, double clutch, and 6 speeds.
Equipment Ford Grand C-Max
The list of finishes and equipment of the Ford Grand C Max (from smallest to largest endowment) includes the versions Trend+ y Titanium. From the access version, the Grand C-Max has several airbags, ABS with EBD, ESP, TCS or speed control. The Titanium finish adds elements such as active headrests, an 8-inch touch screen or button start to the most basic.
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Ford Grand Grand C-Max according to EuroNCAP
El Ford Grand C Max that was subjected to the demanding EuroNCAP crash tests was that of the year 2010. The score achieved by the compact minivan was the maximum, 5 stars, remaining as follows. 96% protection for adult occupants, 81% protection for infants, 50% protection for pedestrians and 71% in systems and driving aids.
La current generation Ford Grand C-Max has not been subjected to EuroNCAP crash tests, but being based on the previous model the score remains at 5 stars.
Ford Grand C-Max and its rivals
El Ford Grand C Max has as direct rivals to the seven-seater compact minivans that exist on the market. Among them are the Citroen Grand C4 Picasso, Renault Grand Scenic y Opel Zafira.
Against these, it provides a more risky and personal design, as well as superior driving dynamics. On the contrary, unlike these, the Grand C-Max is a model with less versatility and interior space.
The Ford Grand C-Max of Km0 and second hand
Since it hit the market first generation Ford Grand C-Max The American model has been characterized by above-average dynamic behavior and fair interior roominess. Both characteristics have not prevented him from winning the favor of the public and being a demanded model in the second-hand market.
La minivan depreciation compact is located in the middle of the segment, being in the 29%. This value is not helped by the fact that there is a wide range of possibilities to acquire a used or semi-new one. The price range ranges from 2000 euros for models of the first generation to 24.000 euros for models of the current generation with few kilometers.
Highlights
- Integrated
- mechanical range
- dynamic behavior
Improvable Points
- rear habitability
- trunk capacity
- Quality of some materials
Ford Grand C-Max prices
El Ford Grand C Max it is sold with the long body, 4,519 meters, and seven seats. However, having several levels of finish and a very wide mechanical range allows it to offer a price range oscillating between 20.150 euros from the access version (1.0 EcoBoost 100 cv Trend) up to the 27.900 euros of the most equipped version (2.0 TDCI Titanium).
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