With C-MAX Hybrid, the lithium-ion battery pack is recharged when the gasoline engine is in operation. Further, the regenerative braking system recaptures more than 95 percent of the braking energy that would otherwise be lost, and is able to use that power to help charge the battery.

Likes: Speedier than most other hybrids, refined powertrain, athletic chassis. Dislikes: Not as efficient as rivals, lackluster cornering grip, top-heavy feeling in corners. The C-Max hybrid powertrain is refined and well-integrated, and the transition from electric power to gasoline operation is practically seamless.

Average Lifespan: Hybrid batteries typically have a lifespan of 100,000 to 200,000 miles. Warranty Coverage: Most hybrid car manufacturers offer warranties that cover the hybrid battery for up to 8 years or 100,000 miles.

Available in three iterations, even the entry C-Max Zetec offers 16-inch alloys wheels, USB and Bluetooth connectivity, DAB radio and a heated front windscreen. In terms of safety, the Ford C-Max offers Euro NCAP five-star crash test safety, an 'impact absorbing body shell' and a full-complement of airbags.

Home charging times (AC) for a Ford C-Max Energi PHEV

The battery. And power the wheels. Hybrid Max is focused on performance is most evident with the type of internal combustion engine it's paired with and how it operates unlike.

Typically, leading hybrid car manufacturers like Honda and Toyota state that hybrid batteries last between 80,000 to 100,000 miles. But with regular maintenance and servicing, some hybrid car owners claim their batteries have lasted up to 200,000 miles!

5 Signs Your Hybrid Needs a New Battery

1. Fewer Miles to the Gallon. As a cost-conscious driver, you probably keep an eye on your gas mileage.
2. Erratic Engine Input. If your ICE runs erratically, it's another indication of a battery problem.
3. State of Charge.
4. Charging Problems.
5. Strange Noises.

In the five-seater Ford C-Max, you'll get a 432-litre boot with all seats in place that can extend to 1,684 litres if you fold down the rear seats. The load opening height sits at 816mm, while the loading width is 1,030mm.

Ford C-Max 2010 average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 5.1 to 6.6 litres per 100km, whereas for diesel engine - from 4.6 to 5.6 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient Ford C-Max 2010 petrol engine version is Ford C-Max 1.0 EcoBoost, consuming 5.1 litres per 100km.

We recommend that you charge your plug-in hybrid vehicle every day in order to enjoy sufficient range to complete the majority of your daily trips using only electric energy.

With smaller batteries than battery-electrics, plug-in hybrids achieve an electric-only range of 20‒55 miles, during which they produce no tailpipe emissions. When the vehicle uses up its electric range, it switches to gas and drives just like a conventional car.