Especificaciones y análisis del Ford Grand C-MAX
Power
125HP
Torque
200Nm
Consumption
5.2l/100
Emissions
118g/km
0-100 km/h
12.2s
Top Speed
185km/h
Weight
1493kg
Price
18,550€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 6v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
600 L
60 L
92 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Ford Grand C-MAX Edition 1.0 EcoBoost Auto-Start-Stop 125 CV 5 plazas (2012-2015)
General description
The 2011 Ford Grand C-MAX is not just a minivan; it's a statement of intent for families who refuse to give up the pleasure of driving. Into a spacious and versatile body, Ford implanted the heart of its award-winning 1.0 EcoBoost engine, creating a vehicle that takes care of your loved ones without forgetting the driver within you. It's the smart solution for those who need space but long to feel the road.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel of this Grand C-MAX is a real surprise. The small 125 hp three-cylinder engine pushes with unexpected energy and joy from very low revs, thanks to a turbo that seems to have no lag. It feels agile, light, and willing. The six-speed manual gearbox is precise and complements a chassis that is pure Ford DNA: a masterful balance between the comfort needed for a family trip and the agility and poise that invite you to enjoy every curve. It's not a sports car, but its driving conveys a confidence and connection that are thrilling.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is the perfect fusion of functionality and dynamism. The sliding rear doors are a godsend in tight parking spots and when getting children in, a detail that defines its family vocation. Aesthetically, it shuns the boxy shapes of other minivans, adopting the fluid lines of Ford's 'Kinetic Design'. Inside, space is the protagonist. Although the center console may seem a bit cluttered with buttons today, everything is within easy reach. The feeling is one of spaciousness and light, with a gigantic 600-liter trunk ready for any adventure.
Technology and features
The greatest technological feat of this car lies under the hood. The 1.0 EcoBoost engine was a revolution in its time, proving that such a small block could easily move a family car, offering very low fuel consumption thanks to the Auto-Start-Stop system. Beyond this engineering gem, it had the expected technology of its era: a functional infotainment system with basic connectivity and a full suite of active and passive safety equipment that ensured peace of mind for all occupants.
Competition
At its launch, it faced segment giants like the Renault Grand Scénic, the Citroën Grand C4 Picasso, and the Volkswagen Touran. While the French models focused on superlative comfort and almost infinite interior modularity, and the Touran showcased German sobriety and build quality, the Grand C-MAX played a unique card: being the most rewarding and fun to drive. It was the choice for the family parent who, deep down, still loves winding roads.
Conclusion
The Ford Grand C-MAX with the 1.0 EcoBoost engine is an incredibly rational purchase that feels passionate. It's a car that does everything well: it's practical, spacious, safe, and efficient. But its true value, what makes it special, is that it achieves all this without being boring. It's a family life companion that doesn't ask you to give up anything, especially the smile that appears on your face when you find a good road. A choice made with the head, but that celebrates the heart.