Ford C-MAX 2003 1.6 TDCi

Ford C-Max 2003 1.6 diesel description

Minivan / MPV Ford C-MAX 2003 1.6 TDCi has been produced from October, 2003 to December, 2007. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 109 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 240 Nm (Newton metres) on 1750 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt and chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system and VGT turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 200 up to 330 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs 
This Ford C-Max 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.85 litres.

Ford C-MAX 2003 1.6 TDCi has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Ford C-MAX 2003 1.6 TDCi accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 185 km/h.

Ford C-MAX 2003 1.6 TDCi fuel consumption is 4.9 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (20.4 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Ford C-Max 2003 - 2007 version, fuel consumption in city - 6.3 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 4.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1120 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1340 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Ford real everyday fuel consumption is 5.7 litres per 100 km, which is 16% 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.

With the same engine there is also Ford C-Max version with automatic gearbox (Ford C-MAX 2003 1.6 TDCi AT) available, which is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 0.3 seconds later (in 11.6 seconds), moreover, it is less economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.8 litres per 100 km or 16 % - 5.7 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 1 litres per 100 km or 18 % - 6.7 litres per 100 km.
Ford C-Max 2003

Ford C-MAX 2003 1.6 TDCi technical data

Model: Ford C-MAX 1.6 TDCi
Body style: Minivan / MPV
Production period: 2003. October ... 2007. December 
Engine: 1560 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 129 g/km
Power: 109 HP ON 4000 RPM Torque: 240 NM ON 1750 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 185 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 11.3 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 4.9 (combined) 6.3 (urban) 4.1 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 5.7 l/100km (41.3 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 TDCi engine G8DA

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 200,000 to 330,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 1560 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 75 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 88.3 mm
Compression ratio 18.3 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain and belt
Fuel system Common Rail

Common rail fuel injection provides more engine power, is quieter, more environmentally friendly and offers better fuel economy, but is more expensive to maintain and repair.

Ford C-MAX 2003 1.6 TDCi oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 3.85 litres (4.1 quarts)
Power 109 HP ON 4000 RPM
Torque 240 NM ON 1750 RPM
Start of production (year) 2003
Duration of production 7 years

Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2006 onwards.

Engine also used on Ford Focus

All Ford C-Max minivan [2003 - 2007] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
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)
Ford C-Max 2003 reviews
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