MPG AtlasFord C-MAX MPG
EPA fuel economy for 11 Ford C-MAX trims sold from 2013 to 2018. Best ever: 40 MPG (2018 C-MAX Hybrid FWD). Latest model year 2018: 40 MPG combined across 1 trim.
Ford C-MAX fuel cost calculator
Enter what you pay for fuel and how far you drive in a year. The starting prices are the ones the EPA uses for its own yearly fuel-cost estimates. Every cost on this page updates as you type.
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the 2018 Ford C-MAX costs about $1,560 a year to fuel (C-MAX Hybrid FWD, 2.0 L, 4 cyl, Hybrid, 40 MPG).
| 2018 trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | Comb | Cost/yr | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C-MAX Hybrid FWD | 2.0 L, 4 cyl, Hybrid | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | Regular | 40 | $1,560 | cheapest |
Cost per year is miles per year divided by the EPA combined rating, times your fuel price; electric vehicles use the EPA's kWh per 100 miles instead. Plug-in hybrids blend electricity and gasoline by the EPA utility factor, the share of miles the EPA expects on battery power. Rounded to the nearest $10. Your prices are kept in this browser only.
Ford C-MAX MPG by year
| Year | Best combined | City | Hwy | Best trim that year | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 40 | 42 | 38 | C-MAX Hybrid FWD, 2.0 L, 4 cyl, Hybrid, Auto (variable gear ratios) | 1 |
| 2017 | 40 | 42 | 38 | C-MAX Hybrid FWD, 2.0 L, 4 cyl, Hybrid, Auto (variable gear ratios) | 2 |
| 2016 | 39 | 41 | 36 | C-MAX Hybrid FWD, 2.0 L, 4 cyl, Hybrid, Auto (variable gear ratios) | 2 |
| 2015 | 39 | 41 | 36 | C-MAX Hybrid FWD, 2.0 L, 4 cyl, Hybrid, Auto (variable gear ratios) | 2 |
| 2014 | 39 | 41 | 36 | C-MAX Hybrid FWD, 2.0 L, 4 cyl, Hybrid, Auto (variable gear ratios) | 2 |
| 2013 | 40 | 42 | 37 | C-MAX Hybrid FWD, 2.0 L, 4 cyl, Hybrid, Auto (variable gear ratios) | 2 |
Every Ford C-MAX trim
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | CO2 g/mi | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | C-MAX Hybrid FWD | 2.0 L, 4 cyl, Hybrid | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | Regular | 42 | 38 | 40 | 222 | $1,560 |
| 2017 | C-MAX Hybrid FWD | 2.0 L, 4 cyl, Hybrid | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | Regular | 42 | 38 | 40 | 222 | $1,560 |
| 2017 | C-MAX Energi Plug-In Hybrid | 2.0 L, 4 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | Regular Gas and Electricity | 41 | 38 | 39 | 122 | $1,230 |
| 2016 | C-MAX Hybrid FWD | 2.0 L, 4 cyl, Hybrid | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | Regular | 41 | 36 | 39 | 230 | $1,600 |
| 2016 | C-MAX Energi Plug-in Hybrid | 2.0 L, 4 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | Regular Gas and Electricity | 40 | 36 | 38 | 129 | $1,280 |
| 2015 | C-MAX Hybrid FWD | 2.0 L, 4 cyl, Hybrid | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | Regular | 41 | 36 | 39 | 230 | $1,600 |
| 2015 | C-MAX Energi Plug-in Hybrid | 2.0 L, 4 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | Regular Gas and Electricity | 40 | 36 | 38 | 129 | $1,280 |
| 2014 | C-MAX Hybrid FWD | 2.0 L, 4 cyl, Hybrid | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | Regular | 41 | 36 | 39 | 230 | $1,600 |
| 2014 | C-MAX Energi Plug-in Hybrid | 2.0 L, 4 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | Regular Gas and Electricity | 40 | 36 | 38 | 129 | $1,280 |
| 2013 | C-MAX Hybrid FWD | 2.0 L, 4 cyl, Hybrid | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | Regular | 42 | 37 | 40 | 229 | $1,560 |
| 2013 | C-MAX Energi Plug-in Hybrid | 2.0 L, 4 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | Regular Gas and Electricity | 40 | 36 | 38 | 129 | $1,280 |
CO2 is tailpipe grams per mile from the EPA test. Fuel cost per year uses the prices and miles in the calculator above (the EPA's own prices and 15,000 miles a year until you change them); blank when the fuel has no price here (hydrogen, natural gas).
Compare with other 2018 Large Cars
| Vehicle | Combined | City | Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Tesla Model S 75D | 103 | 102 | 105 |
| 2018 Hyundai Ioniq Blue | 58 | 57 | 59 |
| 2018 Honda Accord Hybrid | 47 | 47 | 47 |
| 2018 Honda Civic 5Dr | 34 | 31 | 40 |
| 2018 Hyundai Sonata | 31 | 28 | 37 |
| 2018 Kia Optima | 31 | 28 | 37 |
Questions people ask
What is the best MPG for a Ford C-MAX?
The most efficient Ford C-MAX the EPA has rated is the 2018 C-MAX Hybrid FWD at 40 MPG combined (42 city, 38 highway).
What MPG does the 2018 Ford C-MAX get?
Every 2018 Ford C-MAX trim is rated 40 MPG combined.
Which Ford C-MAX has the worst fuel economy?
The 2016 C-MAX Energi Plug-in Hybrid is the lowest rated at 38 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a Ford C-MAX for a year?
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the 2018 Ford C-MAX costs about $1,560 a year to fuel (C-MAX Hybrid FWD, 2.0 L, 4 cyl, Hybrid, 40 MPG).
More from Ford: every Ford model. Fuel types on this model: Regular, Regular Gas and Electricity. EPA classes: Large Cars, Midsize Cars.