How big is the gas tank on a Ford Cmax hybrid?
The gas tank on a Ford C-Max Hybrid is about 13.5 gallons (roughly 51 liters).
In this article, we explain the tank size, how it affects driving range, and any year-to-year variations you might encounter with this model.
Tank capacity and its impact on range
Ford's official specifications list a 13.5-gallon fuel tank for the C-Max Hybrid. This capacity has remained essentially consistent across model years (2013 through 2018 in North America), with only minor manufacturing tolerances that might yield a slightly different reading at the pump. The key takeaway is that the car is designed around a mid-13 gallons capacity, not a significantly larger or smaller tank.
Estimated driving range
With a full 13.5-gallon tank and typical real-world fuel economy for the C-Max Hybrid, most drivers can expect a driving range in the roughly 500–600 mile neighborhood per tank, depending on driving conditions, terrain, and speed. EPA ratings vary by year and trim, but the general picture is a mid-40s miles-per-gallon range combined with a 13.5-gallon tank.
Notes on the plug-in C-Max Energi vs hybrid
The plug-in C-Max Energi is a different version that combines a battery-electric mode with petrol propulsion. It uses a different fuel-tank sizing because its primary emphasis is electric range; the 13.5-gallon figure referred to here applies to the standard C-Max Hybrid, not the Energi variant.
Summary
For the standard Ford C-Max Hybrid, the fuel-tank capacity is 13.5 gallons (about 51 liters). That size, paired with the model’s typical fuel economy, translates to a practical driving range in the hundreds of miles per tank, with real-world results depending on driving style and conditions. Always check your specific vehicle's label or owner's manual for the exact figure if you need a precise number for a particular year or trim.
