2016 · Midsize Car · Plug-in hybrid
2016 Ford C-MAX Plug-in Hybrid MPG & fuel economy
The 2016 Ford C-MAX Plug-in Hybrid is a midsize car with one EPA-rated configuration. This plug-in hybrid covers about 20 miles on electricity (88 MPGe), then returns 38 MPG on gas. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2015 model. Among 67 midsize cars rated for 2016, it ranks 7th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with 18¢/kWh electricity and $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,122 a year to fuel.
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Fuel average
The 2016 Ford C-MAX Plug-in Hybrid's fuel average is 16.2 km/L (6.2 L/100 km), or 38 MPG combined: 17.0 km/L in the city and 15.3 km/L on the highway. On electricity it is rated 88 MPGe.
| MPG | km/L | L/100 km | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City (gas) | 40 | 17.0 | 5.9 |
| Highway (gas) | 36 | 15.3 | 6.5 |
| Combined (gas) | 38 | 16.2 | 6.2 |
How it ranks among 2016 Midsize Cars
Full class ranking →Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.
C-MAX Plug-in Hybrid MPG across model years
Full history →1 EPA-rated configuration
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl · CVT C-MAX Energi Plug-in Hybrid |
Plug-in hybrid | 95 MPGe + 40 MPG | 81 MPGe + 36 MPG | 88 MPGe + 38 MPG | 550 mi | $1,122 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Regular gas + electricity
- Engine / motor
- 2.0L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- CVT
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Electricity use
- 37 kWh/100 mi
- All-electric range
- 20 mi
- Charge time (240V)
- 2.5 hrs
- Passenger volume
- 100 cu ft
- Cargo volume
- 19 cu ft
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 129 g/mi
- EPA fuel economy score
- 10/10
- EPA greenhouse gas score
- 10/10
2016 Ford C-MAX Plug-in Hybrid vs. rivals
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Frequently asked questions
What is the gas mileage of the 2016 Ford C-MAX Plug-in Hybrid?
Up to 88 MPGe + 38 MPG combined.
What fuel does the 2016 Ford C-MAX Plug-in Hybrid use?
Regular gas + electricity.
What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2016 Ford C-MAX Plug-in Hybrid?
The 2016 Ford C-MAX Plug-in Hybrid's fuel average is 16.2 km/L (6.2 L/100 km), or 38 MPG combined: 17.0 km/L in the city and 15.3 km/L on the highway. On electricity it is rated 88 MPGe.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2016 Ford C-MAX Plug-in Hybrid per year?
About $1,122 at 15,000 miles a year with 18¢/kWh electricity and $3.10/gal regular gas, or $7.48 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.