Anyway, I am totally in the dark on these batteries and how they interconnect. Battery number 3 lasted 2600 miles 3 months , and battery number 4 lasted 6000 miles 8 months. Not if you're a hybrid. Last week when the battery died the seats had been left on. Put it in the stock market? Note that what the car projects as the distance traveled with a full charge is not the same as the battery capacity. That's not bad for a car of that vintage.
The time I describe is the third time for us. She usually keeps it dialed into the 4 position. Then I had to jump start the car to get it going. What is the Coverage Period for Diesel Engine? Also, Lithium Ion tech is highly advanced and proven. It is possible to lower that break-even point with tax breaks. I was a factory rep for Ford for several years. It is not nearly as good on the highway, but drives great and hugs the road.
They replaced the battery once. Release both the accelerator and brake pedals. Of course, your actual savings will depend on gas prices, which rebates and tax incentives are available, and how many miles you rack up visiting Great-Aunt Gilda. I have a 2013 cmaxenergy energy. Just remember that warrenty only covers the battery in non wear and tear conditions.
First one, on the exact same daily drive, was getting 20+. Tried to get the dealership then to trade me out vehicles. I have been very conservative with my driving which is mostly interstate driving. How cost effective are hybrids? What is a Ford Powertrain Warranty? This last time I even took it right to the Ford dealer and asked them to check my battery. Actually, mine is a C-Max Energi, so apparently has 3 batteries, 12 v, 1. I think its time for everybody to reach Lemon Law lawyers.
To date, however, they've proven themselves to be fairly hardy. I can't remember if they replaced it once already as one of the recalls. How much is it worth to you to pollute less? Do not attempt to start the engine. The inconvenience of going back and forth to the dealer and things not being fixed properly the first time around is more than annoying! You really need to press the dealer to make sure the software is up to date. I have not yet found if an earlier change should be done for break-in, or how I would reset the warning if I decide to change the oil myself. Still, the batteries are the unknown variable in the long-term costs of maintaining a hybrid vehicle. I bought a 2013 C-Max in April 2013.
Found a 2013 we like, but it is on its 4th battery in 4 years. Here's a shocker: Because carmakers consistently used technology advances to make new vehicles more powerful over the years, cars averaged 14 mpg in 1923, the University of Michigan reports, and a measly 17. And more basic, what is the basic care and feeding of the gas engine ie. We had our battery randomly die at least 4 times. We like the car, but reliability is an issue. However, hybrid manufacturers are offering good warranties on most or all of the hybrid components. We have taken things in to our own hand, since this vehicle is out of warranty.
Finally, whatever happens, you'll be doing your part to reduce pollution, minimize greenhouse gasses, and reduce America's oil consumption, for which we wholeheartedly applaud you. This is just one rant I have. Battery replacements in hybrids are infrequent. This car has changed that. I completely done with this car. I'm past the 36K mark.
The Ford manual is mostly worthless and difficult to find useful information in and gives such nonsense warnings as do not use the C-Max as an ambulance. I have a 2016 hybrid. I am reading of people having lots of issues with the battery. Oh I should mention the battery indicator showed it at almost full. It would also be nice if Ford or some individual put together a half hour informational video on the care and feeding of the C-Max, and how to get the most bang for the dollar.
Just bought a new 2015 C-Max. Next day it did the same thing. Update from Jul 23, 2015 : Well another two weeks at Gabus Ford dealership and the car still isn't repaired! Here's just one example of why that matters. Update from Sep 2, 2015 : Got the car back after five weeks in the shop. Bad thing is people who bought C-Max Hybrid are stuck with the problem. Your dealer will be in the best position to discuss this with.