GaryK

Got mine today, delivered by FedEx, for $550. I've been getting 47mpg in city driving here in Pinehurst since the software upgrade, so it is all gravy to me. Thank you, Ford. Gary

I just ordered a set of red caliper covers from MGP Caliper Covers (www.calipercovers.com). Please note that their website is in the process of a major update and they do not list any 2013 Ford vehicles. However, if you call them, there is now a part # 10225 for the C-Max hybrids that they can ship you and no modification is required. Looked too cool to pass up and the installation appears to be a snap based on the videos they have posted on the website. I will repost with pics once the process is completed. Thanks for the idea and link to a source. Gary

Another early update. With only156 miles on our new C-max, the lifetime mileage is 47.8mpg. We live in Pinehurst, NC, where we rarely go over 50mpg, and have owned and driven three Priuses (Pria?) for 8 years prior to owning this new car. It took no time at all for me to get to the EPA rating, and I am sure we will be over 50mpg before long in our hybrid-friendly environment. My wife drove the car for the first time tonight and actually beat my mileage on her first try, with an average braking score of 99! Spinaker87, you need to improve your driving skills, because I was routinely getting 55 mpg in my 2010 Prius locally.

Hello Everyone: I am a new C-Max owner and former owner of three Prius's (2004, 2008, and 2010). I have yet to use a quarter tank of gas and am getting an average mpg of 44 in Pinehurst, traveling between 30 and 45 mph for the most part. Like many, my initial mileage was lower, but by resetting the lifetime trip meter, my new numbers have steadily increased from 40 - 44mpg average. Two of my shorter trips today had me over 50mpg, and my new lifetime average for the last 60 miles has been right at 48mpg. I believe my former experience with a hybrid car may contribute to a better braking score and hence the mileage I am experiencing. What is really interesting to me is how responsive the car is with such little throttle input. I rarely have the throttle depressed more than 1/8th of its throw. When you need to accelerate, the power is certainly there! I know it is early, but I am very encouraged by my early results, especially after reading the Consumer Reports article. The most incredible improvement over the Prius, however is the comfort of the ride and especially the seats. I could not conceive of driving my trade-in for more than an hour, and now look forward to a longer trip in the C-max. Great job, Ford