2013 Ford C-Max Hybrid Review - One Of My Favorite Hybrids!
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- Опубліковано 8 лип 2024
- My thoughts on the 2013 Ford C-Max Hybrid with the 2.0L inline four, Hybrid system, and CVT!
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Timecodes:
0:00 - Intro
0:53 - Engine / Hybrid System
2:56 - Interior
5:45 - Sponsor Read
6:18 - Interior
6:50 - BFB Test
7:08 - Interior
8:08 - Back Seats
8:58 - Trunk / Cargo Space
9:41 - Exterior
10:02 - Final Thoughts
11:07 - Outro - Авто та транспорт
For the past two years, I have been the proud owner of a Ford C-Max Energi, and I must say it has been one of the most reliable cars I've ever owned. The plug-in hybrid technology is truly impressive, offering a remarkable 38km of pure electric drive, which is perfect for navigating city streets. Since my typical drives around town range from 40 to 60km, I find that I can cover over 2000kms on a full tank of gas. Additionally, I make sure to charge it every time I return home, which only costs me around 50 cents. The car's quiet operation, smooth ride, and overall sturdy feel further enhance my driving experience. In conclusion, I can confidently say that I am absolutely in love with my C-Max.
It was engineered by Ford Germany
i have 2013 Ford C-max hybrid SEL. its the first ford car i owned and i have to say, im impressed by it. great gas saving car. i drove my car 6 times cross country. Bought it at 42k miles and im currently at 238k miles. only major maintenance i had to get fix was my power steering assist since it is all electric. definitly expensive at the dealership. cost me 3100 dollar with parts & labor. you can get cheaper if you buy the part yourself and take it a mechanic outside the dealership for better price. its running like brand new and my goal is to see if i can drive this baby for another 200k. Maaaan that moonroof looks nice. sucks mines doesnt have it.
What's your average MPG and how much did it cost to have the timing belt replaced?
@@27Zangle 35.5 average. I drive alot of highway miles driving between 70 to 80mph. Every now and then around 90.
@@27Zangle I haven't even got the timing belt replaced. I have to double check. I think the cmax uses the chain.
0:47 XD, I’m glad we North Americans got the c-max. It’s a good car, especially the PHEV!
I had a plug-in Cmax. I enjoyed it for two years on an employee lease. It was definitely quicker than the Prius. And yes, the brakes are insane. It’s built on the focus platform and drives very very well. It holds the corners pretty good!
My memory of the Cmax stands intact. Amazing little car. Now I drive a 2021 Prius and looooove the 51 mpg ave.
My 2013 is the same color, SEL too. I have 189k and it’s been more reliable than my past Toyota hybrids. I like it more and more each year. It doesn’t even burn a drop of oil, and I average 40 mpg still. I’m not a Ford fan, but damn they make a good hybrid!
Hey would this car be good for a guy 6’4 300lbs? I wanna get this for my step son who is getting his license soon. I have a 2010 fusion hybrid which i love and this car have similar specs. The fusion is to tight for him but im thinking this might be perfect for a first car.
@@notacab1975 oh definitely! I’m 6’4 myself. I still have plenty of head room. It’s one of the more roomy cars on the market. Good seat travel too, I don’t even have to have the driver seat all the way back.
Actually i looking for a hybrid vehicles now.. Is Cmax will be my top list? How about the maintenance? Any problem so far?
@@rezaalkautsar6856 209,000 miles now. Changed all the fluids and filters for the 200,000 mile maintenance. I’m actually loading up tomorrow to do a 17 hour round trip loaded down with 4 adults + plus a cargo carrier on the hitch. I’ve got a lot of faith in this car. It’s still looks and feels like new inside and out, but partially that’s due to my care
@@rezaalkautsar6856 sweet! Good update. I love Ford's hybrids. Never was a Ford fan myself. My dad worked there for 30 years. But I gotta say their hybrids are reliable! Underappreciated for sure
Nice video brother I just bought one yesterday and I really love your video because I took the car for a test drive and I already see a lot of things you say here.
Excellent review!
107,00 miles on mine. So far so good.
This was a fun car to drive. I ditched the Michelin Energi's and put on some Continental DWS06 rubber on and it traversed the twisted really well! I'll never forget flooring it to pass a long line of cars and hitting the speed limiter at 115 mph!!!!!! It raced up there like nothing due to the CVT locking it at peak output. What was disappointing was the gas mileage at 37 mpg avg with the Energy Plug In.
Makes a great "toad" when pulled behind a motor home because it can be towed with all wheels on the ground. We towed our 2013 SEL Hybrid from TN to AK and back with zero issues and are still towing it behind our new Super C. It's a great little hybrid. And yes, the brakes take some getting used to! One feature that's really cool is the graphical status screen that shows the car and depicts which power source is being utilized while driving. It will actually teach you how to drive more economically just by watching it. There is also a fun screen that depicts a bush with green leaves. The more economically you drive it, the more leaves the bush has. This is the wife's daily driver when not being towed, and It bugs her that I can always add leaves to the bush after she has been driving it for awhile! She tends to have a heavier foot than I do.
Such a happy guy!
This was a great review thank you. Only thing missing, I think you didn’t say, was what type of battery it’s using. The Prius of same year uses like a nimh or at least not the lithium.
Questions for owner: does the backseat power outlet work without the engine turned on? I want to know if I can use it while car camping to power light or charge my laptop.
Also does the vent at the back actually blow air? My 2016 kia Forte has vents but close to nothing comes out from it, even at max power.
Lastly, can you use the video input freely? Meaning can I output videos for kids while driving?
Thanks on advance guys, I'm really looking forward to get this car.
I have a question, my ignition doesn't sound when I start up the car. I imagine it's normal, but it's definitely super scary for someone like me who's been driving a traditional car for years. How long am I supposed to twist the key for before letting go?
I just got one and so far I'm having the same experience
These are nice
I think your review is ok, but missed some key factors of this Ford European model. I actually own the 2014 CMax SE, and comes with some bells and whistles! & LOVE IT!
the ford focus had a big lunch. El oh el!
Se or sel?
Hello, I am looking to buy a used 2015 C-Max and see many at around 100,000 miles upto 140,000 miles. Can anyone direct me to a video or any resources on how to evaluate buying a used C-MAX? For all have owned and own one, has anyone had to change the hybrid battery. I like the car but am concerned about buying and the probability of having to then fork out $4K for a a hybrid battery. Please help - I am a point A to point B type of person and do not have month knowledge about cars in general :) Thank you in advance for all your help.
I brought mine from carmax which has 3 year guarantee if you add a special payment plan. I know that doesn't answer your question, but I hope it can reassure you that if you purchase from this dealer and the car breaks down you won't really have to invest much into fixing it.
Did you buy it?? I Have the same concern in this moment, I apareciatte any advice
Heck yea sippin gas and playing Twisted Metal in the back seat? Count me in!
I bought a used 2013 CMax Hybrid SEL (No plug-In) in 2021.
So far it is only getting 29 to 33 MPG overall.
New plugs, New oil, New air filter, Good tires, Average miles.
The gas engine kicks in a lot more than I thought it would below 40 MPH and I don't push it hard to go or stop. Last owner bought it new and was a little old lady. It seems to be in great condition and I like the car and how it drives except for the way it brakes it takes getting used to and the MS Sync / radio system had to be rebooted by pulling a fuse as it had stopped working. She even wrote a note about this problem in the owners manual.
Any suggestions as to how I can get my MPG up ? I tried premium gas and fuel injector cleaner all ready with minimal results.
All in all I am content with MPG as my 2012 4x4 Jeep only averages around 12 to 14 MPG.
Check and make sure it has EV tires. Most used car dealers will slap on cheap tires that will rob your MPG especially on hybrids.
It’s probably the weather or area you drive, hills kill mpg
This a sign that the battery will need replaced.
@@Jfarmerthunder In your experience how long the battery must be replaced?
@@rezaalkautsar6856 it's either every 10 years or 150k miles but it's like a phone battery so i all comes down to how it was used like did the previous owner let it die completely that hurt lithium batteries lifespan.
Odd my 13 cmax has a backup camera
It was an option just not mandated
Если честно, я с удовольствием посмотрел бы обзор на гамбургер от этого блогера.
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10:43 Luckily, Ford Hybrids are incredibly reliable. In their infancy, Ford Hybrids used many Toyota Patents. They learned how to make a good Hybrid early on. Ford Hybrids after 2013 are 100% Ford built, but still have the Toyota reliability. Ford does pump out some garbage, but their Hybrids are fantastic. Thousands of these C-Max and Fusion Hybrids out there with well over 200K of trouble free miles. In the Hybrid game, Ford and Toyota are the only two makers that have the issues completely ironed out. Honda's new Hybrid system should prove to be reliable too, but it's too early to tell. Honda's IMA was a joke.
Hey, bro. I want to buy a 2013 c-max sel recently, but he has driven 130,000 miles, and the price is 7,800 dollars. I don't know if it's worth buying. I really like it. He fits me very well. But I don't know if such a high mileage will often cause problems after I buy it?
@@user-cd7cl2tb1c 130K is nothing for that car. Get a mechanic to look it over though.
@@OhPhuckYou Thank you very much for your answer. I know that the version of this car before 2015 has problems with the bearings in the transmission, right? This is what worries me
@@user-cd7cl2tb1c Most of the failures would've been fixed. They would generally fail before 75K, but it's still an issue to pay attention to.
@@OhPhuckYou Thank you very much for your reply, I asked the car dealer and they said that car does make noise. Do you know how can I fix this problem? Where can I fix it?
There is definitely room for head in the back seat hahahah
You can actually do up to 80 on electric only
Actually 85 mph. My 2013 has 189k now. It’s been a great car
@@Thissandthat nice! I have a 2013 ford fusion hybrid with 196k miles now. Thinking about maybe getting a cmax for the extra cargo room. Less mpgs but oh well. Mine still averages over 41 combined and that's agressive lead foot driving in Texas with over 100 degree weather every day and mostly 70mph highway lol!
@@AustinRides7264 that’s awesome you totally should. Mine has 210,000 now still runs great and getting 41 mpg
@@Thissandthat it's tempting. Mine is the base trim se model with cloth seats which are comfy but a pain because I have to clean them often. I use it for Uber. I like that the cmax is a small SUV, probably wouldn't have to worry about bottoming out so much like I do in the fusion 😂 mine is in pearl white and I would try to find a cmax in the same color if I could. Does yours have the Blindspot monitors? Any complaints?
I really love Ford's hybrid powertrain. For me it's the sweet spot for power and efficiency and reliability.
@@AustinRides7264 mines pearl white too. Great color! Mines been super reliable over the years. My only complaint was the cylinder 1 fuel injector has failed twice. I replaced it myself only costing about $20 each time. The car feels very sturdy. Mine is SEL with leather. No blind spot monitoring here. Surprisingly the engine doesn’t burn any oil, and still runs perfectly. My Toyota is in the past would be burning oil by this point
The headlights and taillights make it look more like a bloated Fiesta than a Focus.
The Kia Niro seems like a much better choice and more efficient with 10 years warranty. This C-max is very ugly looking in my opinion.
Really? What are your reasons?
The Kia Niro is much better looking, but their DSG Hybrid system is much less reliable, and can't forget the Theta-II engine problems they suffer from.
Kia engine issues plague the whole Kia engine line. It comes down to poor piston rings. They begin to slurp oil after 85000 mi... @@OhPhuckYou
Not sure if mentioned they upped the e.v highway top speed can do 80mph. I have a 2013 sel teal put 30,000 on it in a year.
Lots of compliments. Lots of little cool things to learn about the car. I always recommend these cars. something did seem slow to me with this one under full acceleration. The Sync system is pretty bad on the first few years. Much more fun than a prius. I average low 40s mpg mix driving
Hey, bro. I want to buy a 2013 c-max sel recently, but he has driven 130,000 miles, and the price is 7,800 dollars. I don't know if it's worth buying. I really like it. He fits me very well. But I don't know if such a high mileage will often cause problems after I buy it?
Those transmissions are prone to failure
Pre-mid 2015 has a transmission flaw, but fixed after that date.
@@FadeDance Can you point me in the direction of proof of this fix?
Saw the information on this before buying used. Yeah they fixed the issues after 2015. Upgraded the software also. It was in the forums years ago. Own a 2016 , 146k mile avg 43mpg lifetime. No issues.
195 k, trans went bad, 85oo $ to fix !!!
@@anonymousbyproxy8250 which year do you have? Regularly maintained? Abused?