Edsel Posted October 28, 2013 Report Share Posted October 28, 2013 When I floor the gas to get around a vehicle or to merge into traffic it seems to want to keep accelerating when I let of the pedal. I have to hit the brake to slow it down. It doesn't feel like most cars Ive driven where there is instant loss of power when letting off the gas. I hope this makes sense. Anyone else notice this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wab Posted October 28, 2013 Report Share Posted October 28, 2013 I do that a lot in west tx. never noticed any difference from any other car. Maybe a trip to the dealer for a demo ride with the service writer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stormy Posted October 28, 2013 Report Share Posted October 28, 2013 With my last car, letting up on the accelerator provided a noticeable degree of immediate engine braking. It seems to me that the CMax maintains its speed much more - coasting instead of slowing to the degree I expect. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edsel Posted October 28, 2013 Author Report Share Posted October 28, 2013 With my last car, letting up on the accelerator provided a noticeable degree of immediate engine braking. It seems to me that the CMax maintains its speed much more - coasting instead of slowing to the degree I expect. This is probably what I'm getting at. More like maintaing the speed you got up to vs the engine braking you are talking about. It's just kinda weird feeling. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drdiesel1 Posted October 28, 2013 Report Share Posted October 28, 2013 (edited) The eCVT has two rather large (MG2 is bigger then MG1) electric motors inside. They spin rotors to move the car and charge the battery. You're feeling the stored energy from those rotating masses. Normal ;) Edited October 28, 2013 by drdiesel1 Edsel 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fotomoto Posted October 28, 2013 Report Share Posted October 28, 2013 (edited) You're feeling the stored energy from those rotating masses. Normal ;) Plus the CMax is a heavy car. An object in motion :shift: tends to stay in motion...... :lol: Edited October 28, 2013 by fotomoto Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drdiesel1 Posted October 28, 2013 Report Share Posted October 28, 2013 (edited) I'm sure the engine isn't cut off immediately, either :victory: Edited October 28, 2013 by drdiesel1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HotPotato Posted October 29, 2013 Report Share Posted October 29, 2013 More disconcerting is that I floor it and nothing at all happens for a moment, presumably while the computer figures out how to respond. I suppose in actual time it is no different from a regular automatic car that has to register the change, unlock the torque converter, downshift, and build up revs, but it feels like forever when that semi is bearing down. But then that lovely C-Max power comes on and zoom! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drdiesel1 Posted October 29, 2013 Report Share Posted October 29, 2013 More disconcerting is that I floor it and nothing at all happens for a moment, presumably while the computer figures out how to respond. I suppose in actual time it is no different from a regular automatic car that has to register the change, unlock the torque converter, downshift, and build up revs, but it feels like forever when that semi is bearing down. But then that lovely C-Max power comes on and zoom!Sounds like you should change your driving to match the car. After all, it is a hybrid :spend: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtb9153 Posted October 29, 2013 Report Share Posted October 29, 2013 Funny I can't even speak for how Maxus reacts, since I've never really floored her in the 13 months I've had her. At least not for any long period like trying to overtake a slower car or truck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edsel Posted October 29, 2013 Author Report Share Posted October 29, 2013 Funny I can't even speak for how Maxus reacts, since I've never really floored her in the 13 months I've had her. At least not for any long period like trying to overtake a slower car or truck. You're missing out! :rockon: wab and FoutsNC 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wab Posted October 29, 2013 Report Share Posted October 29, 2013 Will a prius chip the tires? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HannahWCU Posted October 29, 2013 Report Share Posted October 29, 2013 Will a prius chip the tires?I know the CMax will! I have twice gotten the traction control to kick on while flooring my CMax! Once in the rain, I was trying to get it to do it. And once in the dry when accelerating and turning to merge into traffic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drdiesel1 Posted October 29, 2013 Report Share Posted October 29, 2013 Will a prius chip the tires?My C wouldn't... Most new cars have traction control. The nanny won't let it ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FoutsNC Posted October 29, 2013 Report Share Posted October 29, 2013 My C wouldn't... Most new cars have traction control. The nanny won't let it ;) Traction control can be turned off :thumbsup: The C-Max is an extremely fun car to play around with. Yes, it's a hybrid, but don't let that fool you :flyaway: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fbov Posted October 29, 2013 Report Share Posted October 29, 2013 +1 It's more a tall sport sedan than a small SUV to my eye. HAve fun,Frank HotPotato 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jmonty Posted October 30, 2013 Report Share Posted October 30, 2013 You're missing out! :rockon:This! Break those wheels loose once in a while! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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