2011 new grand Ford C-MAX To deliver the required extra space, the Ford Grand C-MAX has a 140mm longer wheelbase, and is also 58mm higher than the C-MAX. Within its 4.52m overall length, it offers plenty of room for seven passengers, or for five occupants with a generous amount of luggage. range now offers C-segment MAV customers a choice of two alternative models according to their needs – the sporty five-seat Ford C-MAX or the spacious new seven-seat Ford Grand C-MAX.
The five-seat C-MAX has very similar exterior dimensions to the current model, retaining the traditional C-MAX virtues of room and practicality. The new model will reinforce its appeal to customers who value its comfortable accommodation, high seating position, flexibility and compact footprint.
Exterior Design
The new Ford C-MAX range demonstrates that compact MAVs can be stylish and desirable while still delivering outstanding space and functionality.
Interior Design
Inside the new C-MAX, the same kinetic design philosophy is used to shape the distinctive features and surfaces, ensuring that the dynamic and modern character of the exterior is reflected in the style of the cabin.
Front and Rear Suspension
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The chassis design of the new C-MAX is an evolution of the innovative concepts used in the current Focus and C-MAX. The suspension systems have been comprehensively updated, with optimised new designs for the ‘Control Blade’ multilink rear suspension and the semi-isolated front subframe.
The front suspension is based on the same MacPherson strut arrangement, but with lighter and re-optimised components, and a wider front track (increased by 10 to 15mm depending on wheel specification). The updated specification includes:
* Lighter, weight-optimised front lower control arms
* Re-designed, lightweight front sub-frame (saving 2 kg per vehicle)
* New hollow anti-roll bar (saving 2 kg per vehicle)
* Revised anti-roll bar mounting to improve roll control
* Improved damper valve technology for improved ride comfort and road noise while maintaining body control
* Re-optimised bushes to reduce transmission of road noise and vibration
The rear suspension also has a wider track (increased by 24 to 29mm depending on wheel specification), and features an updated version of the much acclaimed independent ‘Control Blade’ multilink suspension system. The key elements of the new system include:
* Re-optimised ‘Control Blade’ design
* Increased diameter dampers for improved ride comfort and road noise while maintaining body control
* Larger hub bearings for increased camber stiffness and handling precision
* Revised anti-roll bar mounting to improve roll control
* Individually tuned suspension settings for C-MAX and Grand C-MAX models
* Re-optimised bushes to reduce transmission of road noise and vibration
Electric Power-Assisted Steering
The new C-MAX range uses a completely new electric power-assisted steering (EPAS) system, which plays a key role in delivering the more dynamic driving experience offered by the new model.
The EPAS system is the latest rack-mounted design, which is capable of delivering precise steering with a natural and confident feel. The system has been carefully tuned with sophisticated speed mapping to deliver accurate responses at high speed while remaining light and manageable in parking manoeuvres.
