Ford has taken Hybrid to the C-Max
For years, Ford has been known for
its line of SUVs, the F-150 and the Mustang. Now, Ford is taking it to a new
level with their Hybrid masterpiece the C-Max. The Ford C-Max Hybrid is
undoubtedly one of the best hybrid models for sale in the U.S.
The C-Max Hybrid has plenty of
power and is quite responsive under all sorts of driving situations. The C-Max
handles very well and delivers a comfortable ride on many different road
conditions. It is also quite maneuverable in tight spaces, which is a big plus
in city driving. All while having the space to hold all your passengers,
luggage and there is a good amount of cargo space.
At the center of the C-Max is its
powertrain. Its powertrain is a combination of a gas engine and a
battery-driven electric motor. The C-Max Hybrid has an extended range just off
of battery power and the lithium-ion battery pack is gets charged when the gas
engine is in operation. Lithium-ion battery packs also are more efficient than
the nickel-metal-hydride batteries used in first-generation hybrid vehicles,
they are smaller and lighter. The battery becomes charged while braking, which
requires no need to plug-in the car to charge.
Ford uses their power-split
technology to allow the C-Max Hybrid to travel in electric mode at higher speeds
than any other hybrid. Using the electric mode, it allows an overall 42 miles
per gallon in city driving and 37 mpg on the highway.
The C-Max’s exterior has a
functional quality that seems to enhance the vehicle’s no-nonsense appeal. The
higher roofline increases the interior space for people a storage and makes the
trunk larger than its comparable counter parts. The larger than normal hatch
can be opened with either the hands-free foot sensor or the key fob.
The driver experiences more plenty
of head room and a larger area of visibility, making it comfy on both long and
short trips. The technology and Sync3 infotainment system is taken straight
from the rest of Ford’s line of quality vehicles. Including park-assist, push
button start, voice activated navigation and 911 Assist. Some of the C-Max’s
other driver assist tech is” curve control” which slows the car in a curve when
using cruise control and “Torque Vectoring Control” to help you accelerate
through a turn when necessary.
