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Ford Grand C-MAX Estate (2010-2019) running costs and reliability

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Running costs rating: 4 out of 54.0

Written by Parkers Published: 6 June 2019

Miles per pound (mpp)

Low figures relate to the least economical version; high to the most economical. Based on WLTP combined fuel economy for versions of this car made since September 2017 only, and typical current fuel or electricity costs.
Petrol engines 4.5 - 5.8 mpp
Diesel engines 5.4 - 5.8 mpp
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Fuel economy

Low figures relate to the least economical version; high to the most economical. Based on WLTP combined fuel economy for versions of this car made since September 2017 only.
Petrol engines 31 - 39.8 mpg
Diesel engines 42.2 - 45.6 mpg
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When it comes to Ford Grand C-Max running costs, things are pretty reasonable. Servicing costs are reasonable, and the 1.6-litre Duratorq TDCi diesel returns an average of 57.7mpg. The Grand C-Max should be competitive to insure because Ford has added a Thatcham category one alarm as standard.

Ford Grand C-MAX driving

Ford Grand C-Max emissions are kept low thanks to a range of efficient diesel engines. The greenest Grand C-Max is the 1.6-litre TDCi diesel, emitting 129g/km of CO2 when mated to a six-speed manual gearbox.

Ford Grand C-MAX boot

There’s little to say when it comes to Ford Grand C-Max reliability. It’s generally excellent, and this should prove to be the case for the Grand too because it uses the same engines and mechanical parts.

Ford Grand C-MAX interior

Ongoing running costs

Road tax £35 - £255
Insurance group 10 - 26
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