2017 Ford C-Max Energi

The 2017 Ford C-Max Energi Titanium FWD was the top-tier trim of Ford's plug-in hybrid compact multi-purpose vehicle. It aimed to offer a blend of impressive fuel efficiency, a useful electric-only range, and a well-appointed interior with advanced technology, all wrapped in a practical, hatchback-like body style.Powertrain and Performance:Engine: 2.0-liter Atkinson-cycle DOHC 4-cylinder gasoline engine paired with an electric motor.Total System Horsepower: 188 hp.Torque: 129 lb-ft from the gasoline engine, with additional torque from the electric motor for responsive acceleration.Transmission: Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (eCVT).Drivetrain: Front-Wheel Drive.Battery: 7.6 kWh liquid-cooled lithium-ion battery pack.Electric-Only Range: Approximately 20 miles (32 km) on a full charge. This allowed for short commutes or errands to be completed solely on electric power.Fuel Economy:EV Mode: 95 MPGe (Miles Per Gallon equivalent).Hybrid Mode (when battery is depleted): 39 MPG combined (39 city / 39 highway).Charging Time: Approximately 2.5 hours on a 240V (Level 2) charger and around 7.5 hours on a 120V (Level 1) household outlet.Total Driving Range: Around 570 miles.Drive Modes: Featured ''EV Now,'' ''EV Later,'' and ''EV Auto'' modes, allowing the driver to control when to use electric power.Exterior Features:17-inch bright silver finish aluminum wheels were standard.Distinctive chrome grille with chrome surround.Automatic on/off halogen projector-beam headlamps with LED signature lighting and fog lights.Integrated charge port on the front driver's side fender, which illuminated during charging.Body-colored power, heated side mirrors with integrated turn signal indicators.Hands-free, foot-activated power liftgate: A very convenient feature, allowing you to open the liftgate by simply kicking your foot under the rear bumper with the key fob nearby.Interior Features:Leather-trimmed seating surfaces.Heated front seats.10-way power-adjustable driver's seat with power lumbar.8-way power-adjustable front passenger seat with power lumbar.Dual-zone electronic automatic temperature control with rear ventilation ducts.Leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio and cruise controls.Intelligent Access with push-button start.Remote start system.Auto-dimming rearview mirror.Universal garage door opener.Ample headroom for all passengers due to its tall, wagon-like design.60/40 split-fold-flat rear seats, though the Energi model had a slightly reduced cargo area due to the larger battery pack's hump (19.2 cu. ft. with rear seats up, 42.8 cu. ft. with rear seats down).Technology and Infotainment:SYNC 3 infotainment system: Standard with an 8-inch LCD capacitive touchscreen, offering a significant improvement in responsiveness and user-friendliness over the previous MyFord Touch system.Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility.Sony premium audio system with 9 speakers.Voice-activated Navigation System.SiriusXM Satellite Radio capability.Two smart-charging USB ports.SmartGauge® with EcoGuide: Digital instrument cluster displays that help monitor and improve driving efficiency, showing power flow and ''leaf'' scores.MyFord® Mobile app and website connectivity (allowing remote monitoring of charging, cabin preconditioning, etc.).Safety and Driver Assistance:Rearview camera.Rear Parking Sensors.Standard safety features included AdvanceTrac® with Roll Stability Control, Traction Control, 4-wheel ABS disc brakes, Electronic Brake-force Distribution, Brake Assist.Overall:The 2017 Ford C-Max Energi Titanium FWD was a practical and efficient plug-in hybrid for those who wanted to maximize fuel economy with the flexibility of electric-only driving for short distances. The Titanium trim elevated the experience with a wealth of premium features, a user-friendly SYNC 3 infotainment system with smartphone integration, and advanced safety technologies.