Ford C-MAX 2003 1.6 16V Ti-VCT
Ford C-Max 2003 1.6 petrol description
Minivan / MPV Ford C-MAX 2003 1.6 16V Ti-VCT has been produced from August, 2004 to December, 2007. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 115 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 155 Nm (Newton metres) on 4150 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 270 000 and 450 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This Ford C-Max 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.1 litres.
Ford C-MAX 2003 1.6 16V Ti-VCT has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Ford C-MAX 2003 1.6 16V Ti-VCT accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 186 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Ford C-MAX 2003 1.6 16V Ti-VCT fuel consumption is 6.6 litres per 100km (15.2 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 8.9 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 5.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 820 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1020 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Ford real everyday fuel consumption is 7.9 litres per 100 km, which is 20% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Ford C-Max fuel consumption.
Ford C-Max safety
During safety testing Ford C-Max has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Ford C-Max is evaluated with four stars, children safety - with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Ford C-Max got two stars.

Ford C-MAX 2003 1.6 16V Ti-VCT technical data
Model: | Ford C-MAX 1.6 16V Ti-VCT | ||
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Body style: | Minivan / MPV | ||
Production period: | 2004. August ... 2007. December | ||
Engine: | 1596 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 160 g/km |
Power: | 115 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 155 NM ON 4150 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 186 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.9 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.6 (combined) 8.9 (urban) 5.3 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 7.9 l/100km (29.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres (14.5 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.33m (length) 1.82m (width) 1.60m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.7 meters | ||
Seats: | 5 seats |
Ford C-MAX 2003 1.6 16V Ti-VCT engine HXDA
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.Engine displacement | 1596 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 79 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 81.4 mm |
Compression ratio | 11 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing belt Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher. |
Fuel system | Injection |
Ford C-MAX 2003 1.6 16V Ti-VCT oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 4.1 litres (4.3 quarts) |
Power | 115 HP ON 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 NM ON 4150 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2003 |
Duration of production | 5 years |
Engine also used on | Ford Focus |
All Ford C-Max minivan [2003 - 2007] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Ford C-MAX 2003 1.6 16V Oct 2003 — Dec 2007 | 1.6 Petrol | 100 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Ford C-MAX 2004 1.6 16V Ti-VCT
Aug 2004 — Dec 2007 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.6 Petrol | 114 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Ford C-Max 2005 1.6 TDCi Jan 2005 — Dec 2007 | 1.6 Diesel | 90 HP | - | |
Ford C-MAX 2003 1.6 TDCi
Oct 2003 — Dec 2007 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.6 Diesel | 109 HP | 4.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Ford C-MAX 2003 1.6 TDCi Oct 2003 — Dec 2007 | 1.6 Diesel | 109 HP | 5.7 l/100km | Automatic |
Ford C-MAX 2003 1.8 16V Oct 2003 — Dec 2007 | 1.8 Petrol | 120 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Ford C-Max 2005 1.8 TDCi Jan 2005 — Dec 2007 | 1.8 Diesel | 115 HP | - | Manual (5) |
Ford C-MAX 2004 2.0 16V
Mai 2004 — Dec 2007 Most powerfull petrol version (145 HP) |
2.0 Petrol | 145 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Ford C-MAX 2003 2.0 16V
Jan 2003 — Jan 2007 Most powerfull petrol version (145 HP) |
2.0 Petrol | 145 HP | 8.3 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Ford C-MAX 2003 2.0 TDCi
Oct 2003 — Dec 2007 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 9.6 seconds |
2.0 Diesel | 136 HP | 5.6 l/100km | Manual (6) |