Ford C-MAX Energi Plug-In Hybrid

20132017 · 5 configurations

Lowest
38
Average
38
Best
39

The Ford C-MAX Energi Plug-In Hybrid has been tested by the EPA across 5 different configurations spanning model years 2013 through 2017. Over this period, the C-MAX Energi Plug-In Hybrid has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 38 MPG to 39 MPG, with an overall average of 38 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

Historical Efficiency

2017
39
2016
38
2015
38
2014
38
2013
38

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (C-MAX Energi Plug-In Hybrid) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Ford C-MAX Energi Plug-In Hybrid. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Ford Ford C-Max grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
101
Total Deaths
39

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
6.9%
Fire Occurrence
1.0%
Speeding Involved
8.9%
DUI Involved
9.9%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

73%
Front
11%
Side
16%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes10
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
0.60
2022
Fatal Crashes22
Fatalities
9
Deaths/Crash
0.41
2021
Fatal Crashes11
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
0.55
2020
Fatal Crashes13
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
0.31
2019
Fatal Crashes9
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
0.22
2018
Fatal Crashes10
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
0.30
2017
Fatal Crashes5
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
0.60
2016
Fatal Crashes13
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
0.23
2015
Fatal Crashes7
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
0.43
2014
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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Historical Severity Timeline

2016
1
2015
2
2014
1
2013
10
Critical
Moderate
Advisory