What are the Ford C-Max dimensions?

Ford C-Max and Grand C-Max dimensions

Combining space, comfort and reliability, the Ford C-Max is an ideal candidate for a practical MPV.

It’s spacious enough for five people to be seated with plenty of head and legroom, and it has the option to fold the seats to increase loading space.

It easily rivals models like the Peugeot 5008 and the Volkswagen Touran, but if you’re looking for a seven-seater alternative, the Ford Grand C-Max is a great choice.

When it comes to the specifics with choosing a new car, dimensions like bootspace, length, turning circle and weight can be important.

Find out more about the Ford C-Max and Grand C-Max measurements in our guide.

How long is a Ford C-Max?

The spacious Ford C-Max has the styling of a sleek hatchback, so it doesn’t feel oversized despite its measurements.

The standard five-seater Ford C-Max is 4,379mm long, while the Grand C-Max seven-seater is slightly longer at 4,519mm.

The overall height of the larger Grand C-Max is 1,642mm, or 1,694mm if you add on the roof rails. The classic C-Max is slightly shorter at 1,610mm.

Ford C-Max Interior

The interior of the C-Max range of models is comfortable, well-built and hard-wearing.

These are models that will easily stand up to the wear and tear of daily usage, and they’re also comfortably spacious.

Ford C-Max five-seater interior size

• Front headroom: 1,041mm

• Maximum front legroom: 1,083mm

• Rear legroom: 916mm

• Rear headroom: 981mm

Ford Grand C-Max seven-seater interior size

• Front headroom: 1,038mm

• Maximum front legroom: 1,083mm

• Second-row legroom: 864m

• Third-row legroom: 783mm

• Second-row headroom: 988mm

• Third-row headroom: 937mm

Ford C-Max Exterior

The exterior is surprisingly sleek and hatchback-esque for a roomy MPV. It’s by no means a bulky-looking car that sacrifices style for practicality – you get the best of both.

Ford C-Max exterior size

• Overall length: 4,379mm

• Overall width with mirrors folded out: 2,067mm

• Overall maximum height: 1,610mm

Ford Grand C-Max exterior size

• Overall length: 4,519mm

• Overall width with mirrors folded out: 2,097mm

• Overall maximum height: 1,642mm without roof rails

Available bootspace

The bootspace in your Ford C-Max will depend on the model you choose and the seat configuration, as these cars are impressively versatile.

In the five-seater Ford C-Max, you’ll get a 432-litre boot with all seats in place that can extend to 1,684 litres if you fold down the rear seats. The load opening height sits at 816mm, while the loading width is 1,030mm.

All in all, especially with the back row folded down, the C-Max can give even those big SUVs with large bootspace a run for their money.

The seven-seater Ford Grand C-Max loses a bit of bootspace when all seats are in place, offering 115 litres of space when laden to the roof and with a tyre repair kit stored in the back.

In five-seat mode, the boot offers up to 755 litres of space, or up to 1,742 litres with the rear seats all folded down completely.

The load opening height in the Grand C-Max measures 853mm, while the load opening width is 1,030mm.

Turning circle

In the classic C-Max, you’ll be looking at a 10.7m kerb-to-kerb turning circle thanks to the Rack and Pinion with Electronic Power Assisted Steering setup.

The Grand C-Max offers an 11.2m kerb-to-kerb turning circle using the same equipment.

How much does a Ford C-Max weigh?

The exact weight of each C-Max model varies depending on the car you choose, but five-seater C-Max models will usually weigh between 1,391kg to 1,519kg.

Ford C-Max kerb weight (kg)

• 1.0L EcoBoost petrol 6-speed manual 100 PS: 1,391kg

• 1.5L EcoBoost petrol 6-speed manual 150 PS: 1,394kg

• 1.5L EcoBoost petrol 6-speed auto 150 PS: 1,413kg

• 1.6L Ti-VCT petrol 5-speed manual 125 PS: 1,374kg

• 1.5L TDCi diesel 6-speed manual 120 PS: 1,403kg

• 1.6L TDCi diesel 6-speed manual 115 PS: 1,390kg

• 2.0L TDCi diesel 6-speed PowerShift 170 PS: 1,519kg

Ford Grand C-Max kerb weight (kg)

• 1.0L EcoBoost petrol 6-speed manual 100 PS: 1,493kg

• 1.5L EcoBoost petrol 6-speed manual 150 PS: 1,473kg

• 1.5L EcoBoost petrol 6-speed auto 182 PS: 1,507kg

• 1.5L TDCi diesel 6-speed manual 95 PS: 1,501kg

• 1.6L TDCi diesel 6-speed manual 115 PS: 1,504kg

• 2.0L TDCi diesel 6-speed PowerShift 150 PS: 1,605kg

These lists don’t show the kerb weight for every Ford C-Max and Grand C-Max model on the market, but they should give you an idea of what to expect from popular options.

If weight is really important to you, it’s a good idea to check the individual C-Max model that you’re interested in before you buy.

How big is a Ford C-Max?

While the Ford C-Max is a spacious MPV, it’s not the largest model on the market, being similar in size to the Renault Scenic and the Ford Focus.

The Grand C-Max is obviously the more spacious choice, comparing well to models like the Volkswagen Touran and Peugeot 5008.

The bootspace is generous in each model, while the cabin is airy and doesn’t feel cramped.

Neither model is a nightmare to manoeuvre either, as they are more compact than they look from the outside.

Ford C-Max vs. Ford Grand C-Max - which is right for you?

The Ford C-Max is an ideal model for families who want extra space and practicality but don’t have an appetite for the popular SUV options on the market.

There are a few trim levels on offer too, so you can choose a specification that gets the bells and whistles that matter to you.

Tech in the C-Max lineup includes an infotainment system with the option for Ford Sync2 software, with an eight-inch colour touchscreen available in Titanium and Titanium X models.

Read our Ford C-Max review to check whether this models ticks all the right boxes.

The Grand C-Max is obviously more spacious and gets rear sliding doors that are ideal for squeezing passengers out when you’re in a tight parking spot. This can also be helpful for passengers with limited mobility.

If you want a car with a larger boot and don’t have use for seven seats, then the standard C-Max is likely the better choice.

While the Grand C-Max can be converted into a large-loader, it does have a much smaller boot when used in its full seven-seater form.

Read our Grand C-Max review to see how the two cars compare.