FORD GRAND C-MAX MPV REVIEW

For The Ford Grand C-Max is one of the best handling cars in its class, yet the ride isn’t overly firm. Running costs are low, the seats are easy to fold and sliding rear doors make it easy to get kids in and out.

Against Some rivals are roomier, and the central seat in the middle row is narrow, so it’s only really suitable for short journeys. There’s also some wind noise at motorway speeds.

What Car? says

44 5stars

The Ford Grand C-Max is well equipped, good to drive and pretty cheap to run. Some people will love the seating layout, but it won’t suit everyone.

What Car? readers say

4

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The full Ford Grand C-Max review

Performance
4 out of 5 stars
A good range of engines
Ride & Handling
4 out of 5 stars
Sharp handling and good ride comfort
Refinement
4 out of 5 stars
A bit of wind noise, but other wise refined
Buying & Owning
3 out of 5 stars
Not cheap, but running costs are affordable
Quality & Reliability
3 out of 5 stars
Plush cabin; reliability could be better
Safety & Security
4 out of 5 stars
A good showing in both areas
Behind The Wheel
3 out of 5 stars
Lots of adjustment; some fiddly controls
Space & Practicality
4 out of 5 stars
More six-plus-one than seven-seater
Equipment
4 out of 5 stars
All models are well equipped

There are 7 Ford Grand C-Max versions available

MPV 1.6 125 Zetec 5dr	£19,800	What Car? says:3 stars out of 5
MPV 1.6 TDCi 115 Zetec 5dr	£20,795	What Car? says:4 stars out of 5
MPV 1.6 125 Titanium 5dr	£21,050	What Car? says:3 stars out of 5
MPV 2.0 TDCi 140 Zetec 5dr	£22,000	What Car? says:4 stars out of 5
MPV 1.6 TDCi 115 Titanium 5dr	£22,045	What Car? says:4 stars out of 5
MPV 1.6 150 Ecoboost Titanium 5dr	£22,250	What Car? says:3 stars out of 5
MPV 2.0 TDCi 140 Titanium 5dr	£23,250	What Car? says:4 stars out of 5

Buyer's notes

Target Price team says:

The first thing buyers have to decide is whether they want the regular five-seat Ford C-Max or the more expensive, but more family-friendly, seven-seat Ford Grand C-Max.

Opt for the Grand, and there are four engines to choose from: 123bhp 1.6 and 148bhp 1.6 turbo petrols, and 113bhp 1.6- and 138bhp 2.0-litre diesels.

Ford’s PowerShift semi-automatic gearbox is available as an option on the 2.0-litre diesel, and most of the engines are also available with a choice of trims.

Entry-level Zetec cars come with alloy wheels, air-conditioning, Bluetooth, rear parking sensors and stability control. Meanwhile the pricier Titanium spec gets a premium Sony stereo, automatic headlights and wipers, cruise control, climate control and keyless start.