Especificaciones y análisis del Ford C-MAX
Power
90HP
Torque
215Nm
Consumption
4.5l/100
Emissions
119g/km
0-100 km/h
13.1s
Top Speed
174km/h
Weight
1391kg
Price
16,601€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 5v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
473 L
55 L
66 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Ford C-MAX Trend 1.6 TDCi 90 CV (2008-2010)
General description
The 2007 Ford C-MAX was introduced as a breath of fresh air in the compact MPV segment. It wasn't just a practical family vehicle; it was a statement of intent from Ford: functionality doesn't have to be at odds with driving pleasure. This version with the 90-horsepower 1.6 TDCi engine is the heart of the range, a perfect balance between efficiency and a capable response for daily life, enveloping its occupants in a space designed for living.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the C-MAX is surprising. 90 horsepower might seem modest, but the 215 Nm of torque from just 1750 rpm gives it unexpected agility in the city and a decent recovery capability on the highway. It's not a sports car, but its chassis, a Ford masterpiece, conveys a confidence and connection to the road that makes you forget you're driving an MPV. The suspension smoothly filters out irregularities but keeps the body firm in corners, creating a sense of control and comfort that you'll love on every trip.
Design and aesthetics
Imbued with Ford's 'Kinetic Design' language, the C-MAX boasts fluid and dynamic lines that set it apart from the boxy aesthetics of its rivals. Its sharp front end and rising waistline give it an athletic look. Inside, space is the protagonist, but with a modern dashboard design for its time, full of angular shapes and clear instrumentation. The feeling is of being in a raised command post, with excellent visibility and all controls within easy reach, creating a cozy and functional atmosphere.
Technology and features
For its time, the C-MAX Trend came well-equipped to ensure comfort and safety. The technological heart is its common-rail direct-injection diesel engine, with a turbo and intercooler, a formula that guarantees extraordinarily low consumption of 4.5 l/100km. Although today its audio system or the absence of screens may seem from another era, it had essential safety features like ABS and multiple airbags, and precise steering that, together with its effective chassis, formed a technological package focused on safety and driving efficiency.
Competition
In a highly competitive market, the Ford C-MAX faced giants like the Renault Scénic, the king of modularity, and the Citroën C4 Picasso, with its avant-garde design and panoramic windshield. It also competed against the sportier SEAT Altea and the sober and efficient Volkswagen Touran. Against all of them, the C-MAX played the balance card, offering superior dynamic behavior without sacrificing the practicality and space a family needs.
Conclusion
The Ford C-MAX 1.6 TDCi 90 HP is much more than just a family car. It is a faithful, economical, and surprisingly fun-to-drive travel companion. It represents a smart and passionate purchase, a vehicle that more than meets the rational needs for space and consumption, but also brings a smile to your face on every curve. It's proof that family life can still have a soundtrack of driving sensations.