2013 Ford C-Max Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating

Source NHTSA

MPG (up to)

42 City / 37 HWY

Source FuelEconomy.gov

Horsepower

188

Seats

Positive Owner Reviews

Sandra L

Great mileage. Low maintenance and handles great.

I like the hybrid feature. I can do errands around town and use no gas. I like the gas mileage. I like the way I fit in the seats.

Violet N

Perfect semi-eco friendly car.

The ford c-max is the perfect first car and for anyone looking for a semi-eco friendly car. The only problem is that it is not the best car in snow but it still gets you to where you need to be. I love the cars shape and size, it is bigger than it looks!

Sara T

The c-max hybrid works great for road trips or daily travel.

My c-max has been a great vehicle. I have driven a crossed states and down to Mexico a few times. Comfortable ride with plenty of space. The battery has died few times from sitting for too long with the doors opening and closing. After a jump and a short ride the battery is fine again. Haven't had to replace it yet.

Greg H

Forty seven miles per gallon

47 MPG. Nice features. Good legroom. Only complaints are about my servicing dealer.

Gail R

The car has great gas mileage & is comfortable to drive.

My Ford C-Max has great gas mileage. It is easy to use the cruise control. The thing we have had trouble with is the rear license plate light which continuously falls out.

Roberta W

It is gutsy, great handling and can use fast freeway lane.

I get great gas mileage in the city and on the road. Approximately 35 mi/gal in city and 38-40 mi on the road. I love the electric motor part of the car and it has helped me drive more safely when I watch how much I save when the engine regenerates. It is extremely comfortable and easy to handle. We have done road trips and it is a great ride. It accelerates extremely well and is very quick to accelerate. I fill my tank about once every 2 weeks or more depending on where I go and how frequently. But I do not think about that if I need to use my car. It has been very reliable and maintenance has not been an issue. I will definitely buy another cmax. It has sufficient room and I love the hatchback for all of my shopping and traveling to and from school. Great reliable car. Also qualifies as for a sticker for the fast lane!

John F

Good value for price and less trips to the gas station.

Great mpg average. Comfortable. Perfect size. Roomy. Leather seats. Touch screen.

Connor Z

It's fuel efficient, but also has a lot of cargo room.

I like that my car is fuel efficient, has flexible cargo arrangements, and has enough room for our luggage/belongings and our dog. I really enjoy the heated seats and built-in navigation system. I appreciate the durable seat fabric.

Negative Owner Reviews

Andrew F

It is a hybrid, but not a good one. The mile per gallon was reviewed and Ford lied to its consumers. MPG is lower by at least 10% and I would not recommend this vehicle to others.

I have a Ford C-Max and I hate when I drive around town and don't use the engine it doesn't charge the battery to start the vehicle. So if it sits for a few days I can't start it. It has been in the dealership to fix this four to five times, but it still breaks.

Mary W

That I love my Saturn SL1. Even though it is from 1996, it works great and I don't plan to get a new one until I have to. Love the fact that I have no car payment.

That you do not have any cars later than 1996. Not everyone gets a new car every year. In fact, I have a 1996 Saturn SL1. You also did not have does not apply or none of the above

Karen B

Very poorly made vehicle!

Bought it to tow behind my RV but it accrues miles when towed! It now has 15, 000 miles on it that the engine was not even on for. The resale value is about 25% of what I bought it for. It does not get the mpg they listed when I bought it. I usually get around 36 mpg. It squeaks and sounds like a bucket of bolts and has from day 1. It is poorly made.

Stephanie L

Plug in hybrid ford c-max 2013.

The car is plastic and everything started cracking and breaking right after I paid it off. It does plug into the wall which is pretty cool! No one wants to work on it because of the electric motor and the parts are high priced. Ford service is unable to fix my window issue and even refunded my money for services...

Mark B

C-max failures by dealership.

Expensive repairs. Replacing parts takes forever. No real supply chain. Dealers do not know the car make very well. That is it.

James D

2013 ford c-max hybrid, 210,000 miles.

Purchased the c-max hybrid for the gas Mileage on my daily commute. Was getting 43 mpg highway for first 125,000 miles. Dealer did an $800 tune up and the mileage has been 35-37 mpg. . Service has been an issue. Oil change and tire rotation were usually good. Main problem has been for indicator lights. Have 210,000 miles on car with 50,000 of that with the check engine light on. Three ford dealers and an independent garage have failed to correct the issue. Overall, it has been dependable to drive.

N a

It drives well but the turning radius is not very good.

I like that it is a plug-in hybrid. The interior space is large. I would like better range on the electric motor.

Annette W

Nice and quiet when on eco. Lower fueling costs.

At the beginning my brand new cmax was in the shop a lot. Several warning lights kept going off for a long time. One of it is still on 4 years later. The original tires are very cheap and wore out uneven very fast. Interior charging outlets never worked. USB ports. Back door handle plastic broke off just by trying open the back hatch. It is electronic so I could not use the back hatch while waiting for the part. Indoor door handle cover fell off. Silver plastic part. It can not be ordered. Looks sad like it is. The mileage was advertised with 47 miles per gallon! I it barely makes 40. Car company admitted to have had the wrong calibration at that time.

Ford C-Max Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

SE Hybrid

188 HP 40 MPG 5 Seats

SEL Hybrid

188 HP 40 MPG 5 Seats

SEL

188 HP 40 MPG 5 Seats

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2013 Ford C-Max Owner Reviews

4.45

185 Reviews

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5 stars

61%

4 stars

27%

3 stars

11%

2 stars

1 star

Tasha P on June 25, 2021

Zippy and efficient little wagon!

I have the first generation c-max energi which is a plug-in hybrid. I love the gas efficiency. Since I am working from home, I fill up my gas tank about once a month! Since ford does not make this vehicle anymore I am not able to get the sync system updated. I can get my groceries in the back since it is a wagon and it is just big enough to not be too big. I have 103,000 miles on it and it operates as if it is new! It has a very smooth ride and I love the heated seats! I plan on replacing the vehicle in about 4 years. I feel it still has a lot of miles ahead of it!

Heather R on June 24, 2021

Comfy, reliable and stylish.

Haven't had this car for very long but no major problems since I got it. Great performance and reliability, comfortable, and has a self driving feature-help with backing up in reverse. Has color changing lights for the door handles & cup holders when it is dark out.

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Pros from Owners

Oliver S.

The hybrid option allows me to use half the gas that a car would generally consume. I get an average of 40 miles per gallon. Great for camping and traveling. Plenty of room for storage and trustworthy for traveling.

Cons from Owners

Oliver S.

No heated seats unlike the 2012 Ford Fusion. Hybrid normally implies less horsepower and more time acceleration. Only 2 wheel drive so I can only drive depending on weather. The color black will make salt build up more visible and ugly.

Ranks #12 Hybrid & Electric by Owners

The 2013 Ford C-Max has an average owner rating of 4.55 out of 5 which ranks it #12 of 27 other Hybrid & Electrics.

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Ranks #10 Hybrid & Electric by Fuel Economy

The 2013 Ford C-Max has a combined MPG of 44 which ranks it #10 of 27 other Hybrid & Electrics.

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132 MPG

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42 MPG

Is The 2013 Ford C-Max A Good Car?

Yes, I would say it is a good vehicle; fuel efficient and easy to drive. It is reliable for getting around town without any issues.

Laura L.

Yes it is. It runs very smooth, gets great gas mileage (obviously) and has a good sound system. I love the roof as well. I wish it opened, but it is great to get some sunshine in.

Jodi W.

Yes, I prefer it to previous cars I've owned, which include a Smart Car, Toyota Yaris, and Honda Civic.

china K.

Yes it is a very good vehicle. I get great gas mileage and I love driving it. My Ford C-Max Hybrid has all the new tech in it, like back-up camera and parking assist

Alexandria C.

How Reliable Is The 2013 Ford C-Max?

It is a reliable vehicle. I have had one issue since purchasing it; I had to replace the fuel injector on a long-distance trip which did cause issues and we had to stay an extra night. Other than that... Read More

Laura L.

It is reliable. I had some issues with the computer updating and it kept draining my battery. I took it to the dealership and they had to reboot a bunch of the systems, but so far so good.

Jodi W.

I have had no problems whatsoever after a year of owning the C-Max. Gas mileage averages about 45 mpg.

Douglas B.

My 2013 Ford C-Max Hybrid is very reliable. I have only had it for four months but I haven't had any problems with it.

Danielle T.

Is The 2013 Ford C-Max A Good Value?

I purchased the used vehicle for $9,500. I believe that was above blue book value, but I was in need of a vehicle. I feel it should have been cheaper, as there are some features missing, but I cannot... Read More

Laura L.

I think it is. I do not know how much they are new since I bought mine used. I do not know that ford even makes them anymore.

Jodi W.

The C-Max is a great value compared to other hybrids I looked at. I got mine used for $10,000 - used Priuses were thousands more than that.

Collin V.

My 2013 Ford C-Max-Hybrid cost me $6,000.00 dollar and I think it was a good value, It has saved me tons of money because it get great gas mileage.

Mel S.

Frequently Asked Questions

What would cause the 2013 Ford C-Max transmission noise?

Answer: The 2013 Ford C-Max transmission noise causes are loose torque converter or transmission fluid is old. The transmission is one of the most important parts of the vehicle. You will come into problems at some...

What's the 2013 Ford c max spare tire location?

Answer: The spare tire for a 2013 Ford C-Max is going to be located in the rear of the trunk if You have one. Not all vehicles came equipped with one and it was up to the dealership if they wanted to include one. Once...

What's the 2013 Ford c max lug nut size?

Answer: The 2013 Ford C-Max comes standard with M12 X1.50 lug nuts that have a 13/16 inch hex on them. This means that to remove or reinstall Your lugs You will need to use a socket or tire iron that is 13/16 inches....

Does the 2013 ford c max hybrid have transmission problems?

Answer: The 2013 Ford C-Max Hybrid has a well-known issue with the transfer shaft assembly bearing. The bearing has been reported by numerous drivers that it fails prematurely. It also caused issues with the...

Does the 2013 ford c max have a factory warranty?

Answer: Yes, Your 2013 Ford C-Max Hybrid does come with a factory warranty. The basic warranty covers the vehicle for 36 months, or 36,000 miles, whichever occurs first. The corrosion perforation warranty goes to 60...

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Safety & Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

Overall

Front

Rollover

Side

*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Roof Strength

Driver-side Overlap Front

*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

2013 Ford C-Max Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

Positive Owner Reviews

Negative Owner Reviews

Ford C-Max Models

2013 Ford C-Max Owner Reviews

Pros from Owners

Cons from Owners

Ranks #12 Hybrid & Electric by Owners

Ranks #10 Hybrid & Electric by Fuel Economy

Is The 2013 Ford C-Max A Good Car?

How Reliable Is The 2013 Ford C-Max?

Is The 2013 Ford C-Max A Good Value?

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