Ford C-MAX Energi vs. Volkswagen e-Golf
When comparing the Ford C-MAX Energi's and the Volkswagen e-Golf's specifications and ratings, the Ford C-MAX Energi has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Ford C-MAX Energi's and the Volkswagen e-Golf's specifications and ratings, the Ford C-MAX Energi is a better car than the Volkswagen e-Golf.
Ford C-MAX Energi vs. Volkswagen e-Golf Pricing
A used 2017 Ford C-MAX Energi ranges from $11,995 to $20,344 while a used 2017 Volkswagen e-Golf is priced between $14,997 to $21,669.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Ford C-MAX Energi’s base engine makes 188 horsepower, and the Volkswagen e-Golf base engine makes 134 horsepower. The C-MAX Energi is rated to deliver an average of 39 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 552 miles. The e-Golf is rated to deliver an average of 126 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 125 miles.This gives the Volkswagen e-Golf the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Ford C-MAX Energi the advantage in maximum range. The C-MAX Energi uses electricity, regular unleaded, and the e-Golf uses electricity.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Ford C-MAX Energi has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Volkswagen e-Golf has the advantage in the area of cargo space. The Ford C-MAX Energi and Volkswagen e-Golf are comparable in regards to front shoulder room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
11995 - 20344
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
14997 - 21669
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.581952
Ford C-MAX Energi Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Volkswagen e-Golf Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Ford C-MAX Energi Rankings
Not yet available
Volkswagen e-Golf Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 4Ranking
2 out of / 12Ranking
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11 out of / 12Ranking
22 out of / 27Ranking
23 out of / 27Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Ford C-MAX Energi Trim Levels
SE, Titanium
Volkswagen e-Golf Trim Levels
Limited Edition, SE, SEL Premium
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
188 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
134 hp
Torque:
214 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.039 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
41 / 38 / 39
MPGe:
104 / 87 / 95
Range (city/hwy):
594 / 552 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity, Regular Unleaded
Battery Size/Capacity :
Not applicable
Maximum Charging Rate:
Not applicable
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
Not Applicable
Engine Configuration:
Not Applicable
Number of Cylinders:
Not Applicable
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not applicable
MPGe:
126 / 111 / 119
Range (city/hwy):
125 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity:
35.8 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
3.7 hours (240V)
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Cargo Space:
19.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
42.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
119.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.9 inches
Cargo Space:
22.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
52.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
116.3 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3859 lbs
Width:
82.1 inches
Height:
63.9 inches
Length:
173.6 inches
Wheelbase:
104.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3455 lbs
Width:
70.8 inches
Height:
57.2 inches
Length:
168.1 inches
Wheelbase:
103.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/50R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/55R16