The average annual repair cost is $557 which means it has lower than average ownership costs. The severity and frequency of repairs are both much lower than other vehicles, so the C-Max is one of the more reliable vehicles on the road.

The front-wheel drive hybrid has a 2.0-liter four-cylinder Atkinson cycle engine mated to an electric motor and a 1.4 kWh lithium-ion battery for total power output of 188 horsepower (140 kW; 191 PS).

Remarkably efficient, the design of the Ford C-Max hybrid packs an impressive amount of room and utility into a small footprint.

Introduced in 2013, the Ford C-Max is based on the same platform underpinning the Ford Focus and Ford Escape and is best described as a tall wagon, with front-wheel drive and room for five. The Ford C-Max and Toyota Prius have something in common: both models are hybrid-only vehicle lines.

100,000 to 200,000 miles However, with the average hybrid battery lifespan ranging from 100,000 to 200,000 miles, it's evident that these batteries are built to endure. Proper maintenance, understanding the impact of climate, and gentle Champaign driving habits can further enhance their longevity.

The make and model of your hybrid vehicle can affect its battery's life, but as a general rule the hybrid battery in Ford vehicles is warrantied to last roughly 8 years or to 100,000 miles, whichever comes first, under normal driving conditions.

The make and model of your hybrid vehicle can affect its battery's life, but as a general rule the hybrid battery in Ford vehicles is warrantied to last roughly 8 years or to 100,000 miles, whichever comes first, under normal driving conditions.

Sales for the C-Max peaked back in 2013 and never returned, partly due to the originally overstated 47 mpg combined city/highway driving for the C-Max Hybrid. Ford has since dropped that figure to 40 mpg combined driving and issued checks to disgruntled owners.

It's spacious enough for five people to be seated with plenty of head and legroom, and it has the option to fold the seats to increase loading space.

The C-Max Mk2 also has problems that include a loose door frame weather strip, leaky manual transmissions, coolant pump leaks, and a failure of the keyless entry system. However, don't worry, because here we explain what the issues involve and how the DIY mechanic can save large sums of money by repairing them at home.

$2,000 to $8,000 How much does a hybrid battery cost? Generally, a hybrid battery replacement cost can range from $2,000 to $8,000.

Not enough to move the car, but enough to prevent battery damage. If the high-voltage battery completely dies, however, the car won't be able to be driven at all, in most cases. The car will detect that a catastrophic failure has occurred and will put a stop to all motion to avoid damaging anything else.