Ford Grand C-Max reliability, MPG and running costs
Figures updated
The Ford Grand C-Max is a mpv / people carrier. In 2024 MOT tests it scored 90 for reliability (100 is average), ranking 330 of 442, and 32.7% failed first time against a UK average of 28.5%. Its most common MOT failure is brake pads (4.5% of tests).
Ranked 330 of 442 cars in the 2024 MOT Reliability League, and 13 of 20 people carriers
In 2024, 35,825 Ford Grand C-Maxes aged 3 to 20 had an MOT and 32.7% failed first time (UK average 28.5%). Taking age and mileage into account, the Ford Grand C-Max is 11% more likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage.
First-time fail rate
32.7%
UK 28.5%
Fail rate at 3 years
–
UK 12.7%
Average miles a year
8,800
Typical age at test: 9 years
Ford Grand C-Max MOT failure rate by age
Most common Ford Grand C-Max MOT faults
- Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick4.5% of tests
- Stop lamp: not working3.9% of tests
- Condition: has ply or cords exposed3.5% of tests
- Tread depth: tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm3.4% of tests
- Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt3.1% of tests
- Position lamp: not working2.7% of tests
What the Ford Grand C-Max fails on
| Area | Tests failing | vs similar cars |
|---|---|---|
| Lights and electrics | 13.3% | ▲ 1.2× as often |
| Tyres | 10.9% | ▲ 1.5× as often |
| Brakes | 7.8% | ▲ 1.2× as often |
| Visibility | 5.1% | ▲ 1.2× as often |
| Suspension | 4.9% | ▼ 46% less often |
| Body and structure | 4.2% | ▲ 1.4× as often |
| Exhaust and emissions | 3.5% | ▲ 1.2× as often |
| Seat belts and airbags | 0.8% | ▲ 1.1× as often |
| Steering | 0.8% | ▼ 64% less often |
| Wheels | 0.6% | ▲ 1.4× as often |
What MPG does the Ford Grand C-Max do?
Official economy for the Ford Grand C-Max ranges from 34 to 57.6mpg across the 16 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2012–2020). A typical petrol version manages 42.8mpg and a typical diesel 53.3mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
Work out a journey's fuel costHow much is road tax on a Ford Grand C-Max?
Any Ford Grand C-Max first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A Ford Grand C-Max registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £170 to £275 a year.
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Official figures for 16 versions sold in the UK between 2012 and 2020.
Fuel types
Diesel, Petrol
Official economy
34.0–57.6 mpg
CO2
129–188 g/km
Power
120–150 PS
| Version | Fuel | Economy | CO2 | Car tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand C-MAX Model Year Post 2019 1.5 TDCi (Stop/Start)120 PS · M6 · listed 2020 | Diesel | 49.6 mpg | 148g | £200 |
| Grand C-MAX Model Year Post 2019 1.5 TDCi (Stop/Start)120 PS · MPS6 · listed 2020 | Diesel | 47.1 mpg | 156g | £200 |
| Grand C-MAX Model Year Post 2019 1.0 EcoBoost125 PS · M6 · listed 2020 | Petrol | 43.5 mpg | 149g | £200 |
| Grand C-MAX Model Year Post 2019 1.5 EcoBoost150 PS · A6 · listed 2020 | Petrol | 34 mpg | 188g | £200 |
| Grand C-MAX Model Year Post 2012¾ 1.6 Duratorq TDCi (115PS) (+DPF)M6 · listed 2012 | Diesel | 57.6 mpg | 129g | £170 |
| Grand C-MAX Model Year Post 2012¾ 2.0 Duratorq TDCi (140PS) (+DPF)M6 · listed 2012 | Diesel | 53.3 mpg | 139g | £200 |
| Grand C-MAX Model Year Post 2012¾ 2.0 Duratorq TDCi (140PS) (+DPF)A6 · listed 2012 | Diesel | 48.7 mpg | 154g | £275 |
| Grand C-MAX Model Year Pre 2012¾ 1.6 Duratorq TDCi (115PS) (+DPF)M6 · listed 2012 | Diesel | 57.6 mpg | 129g | £170 |
| Grand C-MAX Model Year Pre 2012¾ 2.0 Duratorq TDCi (140PS) (+DPF)M6 · listed 2012 | Diesel | 53.3 mpg | 139g | £200 |
| Grand C-MAX Model Year Pre 2012¾ 2.0 Duratorq TDCi (140PS) (+DPF)A6 · listed 2012 | Diesel | 48.7 mpg | 154g | £275 |
| Grand C-MAX Model Year Post 2012¾ 1.6 Duratec GTDi Stop-Start (182PS)M6 · listed 2012 | Petrol | 42.8 mpg | 154g | £275 |
| Grand C-MAX Model Year Post 2012¾ 1.6 Duratec Ti-VCT (125PS)M5 · listed 2012 | Petrol | 42.2 mpg | 154g | £275 |
| Grand C-MAX Model Year Post 2012¾ 1.6 EcoBoost SCTi Stop-Start (150PS)M6 · listed 2012 | Petrol | 42.8 mpg | 154g | £275 |
| Grand C-MAX Model Year Pre 2012¾ 1.6 Duratec GTDi Stop-Start (182PS)M6 · listed 2012 | Petrol | 42.8 mpg | 154g | £275 |
| Grand C-MAX Model Year Pre 2012¾ 1.6 Duratec Ti-VCT (125PS)M5 · listed 2012 | Petrol | 40.9 mpg | 159g | £275 |
Economy and CO2 are official NEDC (before 2018) or WLTP figures. Car tax is the yearly rate at current rates for a car first registered in the year listed, before any expensive car supplement. Showing the 15 most recent of 16 versions.
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Frequently asked questions
›Is the Ford Grand C-Max reliable?
Its MOT record is worse than average: the Ford Grand C-Max is 11% more likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage, with a reliability score of 90 in our 2024 league (100 is average).
›What are common problems with the Ford Grand C-Max?
The most common MOT fault is “Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick”, found in 4.5% of tests. It fails on tyres and body and structure more often than similar cars.
›What MPG does the Ford Grand C-Max do?
Official economy for the Ford Grand C-Max ranges from 34 to 57.6mpg across the 16 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2012–2020). A typical petrol version manages 42.8mpg and a typical diesel 53.3mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
›How much is road tax on a Ford Grand C-Max?
Any Ford Grand C-Max first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A Ford Grand C-Max registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £170 to £275 a year.
›How many Ford Grand C-Maxes fail their MOT?
32.7% of Ford Grand C-Maxes aged 3 to 20 failed their MOT first time in 2024.
Sources: DVSA anonymised MOT tests 2024, all versions of the Ford Grand C-Max combined (Open Government Licence v3.0); official economy and CO2 from Vehicle Certification Agency data, © Crown copyright. VCA cannot accept liability for its accuracy. How we calculate the league.