When Ford wants to make a statement it does it in style. An icon of the motor industry for over 100 years the company has produced many ground-breaking models and keeps on turning out eye-catching cars that combine good performance, style and excellent economy in these difficult economic times.
A particularly good example of this is the
new Ford Grand Cmax Eco Boost a larger version of the C-Max Eco Boost five seater with a maximum of seven seats available. This is a compact people carrier with style and economy. Adults occupying the three middle seats having plenty of headroom, while the two rear seats are probably more suitable for children, though still with good space.
The Ford Grand C-Max Eco Boost is available with a choice of both diesel and petrol engines, which to go for is down to economy versus fuel costs. The diesel engines provide better fuel economy, but are more expensive at the filling station. They are available as 1.6 litre TDCi or a really powerful 2.0 litre TDC1, with the Eco Boost petrol engine available as a 1.6 litre turbo.
The ride is comfortable, the electric power steering adds good feel and it drives very smoothly. The Eco Boost engine delivers 40.9 mpg combined fuel economy and has CO2 emissions of 159 g/km.
Standard features in the Ford Grand C-Max Eco Boost range are excellent. Safety is taken care of with airbags and side impact protection features that are designed to reduce the likelihood of injuries resulting from accidents. As a family people carrier it has power child locks for additional safety and peace of mind, as well as ISOFIX child seat mounts.
A really different feature of this car are the rear sliding doors, making getting in and out of the car very easy for middle and rear seat passengers. Another design feature is the power operated tailgate, which enables it to be opened by simply pressing a button on the remote locking device, handy if children are being demanding or there lots of shopping is being carried.
Anyone who has trouble reversing into parking spaces will welcome the rear view camera and for in-car entertainment there is an impressive stereo system and Bluetooth with voice control, ideal for keeping in touch with work, family or friends.
Baggage space is room; there is great interior space and comfortable features. Overall, the Ford Grand C-Max Eco Boost makes an attractive addition to the smaller people carrier market.
