2013 Ford C-Max

Maximize Your Lifestyle

The 2013 C-MAX is the first-ever hybrid-only vehicle line from Ford in North America.

Both the all-new C-MAX Hybrid and the all-new C-MAX Energi Plug-in Hybrid offer the sporty style and performance of a Ford vehicle with the added benefit of leaving a smaller carbon footprint. The vehicles run on a combination of gas and electric.

The key difference between the C-MAX Hybrid and the C-MAX Energi is that the C-MAX Energi is the first plug-in production vehicle for Ford. That means that the C-MAX Energi is like a “hybrid plus,” which operates just like a traditional hybrid, plus features a charge port and larger lithium-ion battery. This allows you to plug in for electric-only range, which enhances efficiency.

Whichever model suits your lifestyle, both feature the SmartGauge® with EcoGuide, a 2.0L Atkinson-cycle I-4 gas engine teamed with an advanced high-voltage lithium-ion battery, and innovative technology like the available SYNC® with MyFord Touch®. The C-MAX Energi also seamlessly integrates with the smartphone app and website, MyFord® Mobile.*

*MyFord Mobile subscription complimentary for five years. Subscription fees apply after five years.

2.0L I-4 Hybrid Electric Powertrain



For more than a decade, Ford has engineered alternative-energy vehicles. These include the world's first hybrid SUV - powered by a gas engine/electric motor and designed to be efficient and reduce impact on the environment while still offering impressive performance.

The C-MAX Hybrid and C-MAX Energi both offer an engine that was designed for hybrid efficiency

The new 2.0L Atkinson-cycle I-4 gas engine is teamed with an advanced high-voltage lithium-ion battery

A new electronically controlled continuously variable transmission (eCVT) built and engineered by Ford.

Next-generation SmartGauge® with EcoGuide



Next-generation SmartGauge® with EcoGuide

SmartGauge® with EcoGuide coaches you on how to drive more efficiently.

Standard on C-MAX Hybrid and C-MAX Energi

Innovative instrument gauge cluster

Built-in LCD tutorials on braking and driving efficiency

Four levels of customizable information with MyView

Easy-to-use five way steering wheel controls

Accessible through MyFord Touch® controls

Green leaves displayed growing on a lush green vine indicate greater driving efficiency

Available SYNC® with MyFord Touch®



Keep your hands on the wheel and eyes on the road.27

Call without reaching for your phone

Voice control your music

911 Assist® can call even if you can’t

Vehicle Health Report checkups

Voice-control your climate

Customizable color screens

Screens also display other efficiency content with features like EcoRoute,* which displays the most economical way to get to your destination.

*The vehicle must be equipped with a navigation system to get EcoRoute.

Hybrid Technology – 47 mpg



Efficient operation combined with dynamic style and performance.

Electric motor powered by an advanced state-of-the-art battery provides up to 47 mpg*

2.0L Atkinson-cycle I-4 gas engine teamed with an electronically controlled continuously variable transmission (eCVT)

Regenerative braking system

The next-generation SmartGauge® with EcoGuide is an innovative gauge cluster that provides real-time information to help you get the most efficiency from your C-MAX vehicle

*EPA-estimated 47 city/ 47 hwy/ 47 combined mpg.

C-MAX Energi Technology



Think of the all-new C-MAX Energi plug-in hybrid as a "hybrid plus". It was designed to deliver maximum efficiency by combining an advanced state-of-the- art battery and electric motor with a gasoline engine.

The gasoline engine does not run all the time, so you may go farther between refueling stops

Plug-in capability lets you charge the battery using either a standard 120-volt or a 240-volt outlet upgraded with available electric vehicle supply equipment

Next-generation SmartGauge® with EcoGuide* provides images representing driving efficiency

Available SYNC® with MyFord Touch®

EV Mode button allows the driver to easily switch between all-electric and gas power

*The vehicle must be equipped with a navigation system to get EcoRoute.

Illuminated Charge Port



You’ll always know at a glance when your car is charged and ready to go.

When the connector cord is plugged into the C-MAX Energi charge port, located between the driver’s door and front wheel well, the port will illuminate into quadrants to indicate its current level of charge

When all four quadrants are illuminated, the vehicle has fully charged

Available 240V charging cord shown.

Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (eCVT)



Enjoy incredibly seamless engine speed shifts.

Allows engine to run at its most efficient operating points (speeds and torque) over a full range of vehicle speeds

Does not require shifting elements such as clutches. This contrasts with other mechanical transmissions that offer a fixed discrete number of gear ratios
Includes state-of-the-art electric motor for performance on demand

Available Foot-Activated Liftgate



Simply place your foot under the rear bumper to open the power liftgate

Requires available Intelligent Access key to be on your person

Motion sensors are located in two places in the bumper

Flexible Fold-Flat Second-Row Seat



C-MAX features second-row seats that fold flat.

Second-row 60/40 bench seat

Easy-to-use forward fold-flat functionality

Provides ample cargo space on demand

Available Active Park Assist



Helps make parallel parking easier.

Once the feature is engaged by pushing the active park assist button, ultrasonic sensors can detect an appropriate parallel-parking spot

Sensors measure available parking spaces and inform the driver of an appropriate parking spot

With minimal driver input, the vehicle virtually parks itself

Takes the guesswork out of determining if a vehicle can be parked in the desired space

Innovative Storage



C-MAX thoughtfully offers multiple storage areas including a center console and in-floor storage second-row compartments.

Located in the floor of the second-row footwell

Just lift up the floor mat

Get extra storage for small personal items

Secure storage for added peace of mind

Source: Ford