2016 Ford C-Max Review

Take a Closer Look at the 2016 Ford C-MAX

If you're shopping for a hybrid car, you should definitely consider the 2016 Ford C-MAX. This hybrid vehicle comes from one of the most trust brands in the automotive industry.

For drivers in the Richmond, Ashland, and Mechanicsville area, we're taking a closer look at the 2016 Ford C-MAX hybrid in this vehicle review, where we'll focus on engine power, fuel efficiency, interior space, and technology features. By the end of the review, you'll have a better idea as to what comes with this hybrid car and how you can get behind the wheel for a test drive at your local Ford dealer.

Ford C-MAX Engine Power and Efficiency

The 2016 Ford C-MAX features a 2.0-liter Atkinson cycle four-cylinder hybrid engine with electronic continuously variable transmission. In terms of fuel delivery, it features sequential multiport electronic fuel injection, which limits emissions while keeping the engine performing well.

The vehicle can reach 141 horsepower and gets an EPA-estimated 42 city/37 highway mpg. So not only does the 2016 Ford C-MAX feature a decent engine with a smooth transmission, but it's also very fuel efficient.

Interior Space and Seating  

The 2016 Ford C-MAX features premium cloth seats for up to five passengers. In terms of passenger space in the hybrid, you'll find 41 inches of front headroom and 40.4 inches of front legroom, with 39.4 inches of rear headroom and 36.5 inches of rear legroom.

The 2016 C-MAX offers 24.5 cubic feet of cargo space, but when the second row is folded, the cargo space increases to 52.6 cubic feet.

Technology and Entertainment

The 2016 Ford C-MAX offers the Ford SYNC® system that features Bluetooth® hands-free phone connectivity so you can download your phonebook to the car's computer system. You can also take advantage of SYNC® Applink, which allows you to use your sound system to play music from apps such as Spotify or Pandora®.

Drivers do have the option to upgrade to the SYNC®3 system, which has the features of the base-level SYNC system plus a whole lot more. For example, SYNC®3 offers voice activation, so you can select music and make phone calls by speaking commands. Plus there's Siri Eyes-Free, which reads text messages to you while you're driving. And you can respond by voice to select one of the pre-set responses.

 

2016 Ford C-MAX Review Conclusion

You've learned a lot about the 2016 Ford C-MAX hybrid in this vehicle review, including details about its fuel-efficient engine, plenty of room for both passengers and cargo, and impressive technology, such as the Ford SYNC® system.

Ready to get behind the wheel? Schedule your 20-minute test drive of the 2016 Ford C-MAX hybrid today at Richmond Ford Lincoln, a dealership that proudly serves the Richmond, Ashland, and Mechanicsville area.