How much is a 2016 Ford C-MaxDiesel worth in Ireland?

The median asking price for a 2016 Ford C-MaxDiesel on the Irish used-car market is around €7,950, based on 9 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2016 Ford C-Max depreciate per year?

A Ford C-Max loses roughly 14.8% of its value per year on the Irish used-car market based on Carintel.ie's regression across active listings.

Is it cheaper to import a 2016 Ford C-Max from Northern Ireland?

It depends on spec, mileage and CO2. Carintel.ie compares ROI median prices against Northern Ireland listings' landed cost, including VRT, NOx levy and registration fees, so you can see the saving at a glance on this page.

What are the running costs of a 2016 Ford C-MaxDiesel?

This page estimates annual running costs for a 2016 Ford C-MaxDiesel using WLTP consumption data, current Irish fuel and electricity prices, and Irish motor tax bands.

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Market Intelligence

Ford C-Max2016

Diesel

€7,950ROI listing median

NI import est.€11,828

ROI cheaper by ~€3,878

36 days avg on market · Low data confidence · VRT based on A7 (101–105 g/km) (15%), Revenue uses OMSP

Normal DemandMedium Confidence

Listing price range

€5k – €9k

25th to 75th percentile

Listings

ROI active now

Updated 5h ago · ROI · Low confidence

Median listing price

€7,950

private sale ~€7,168 Pricing assumptionsAssumptions· Good condition, full service history· No outstanding finance or damage· Based on ads seen in the past 30 days

Est. trade-in

€3,815 – €4,633

15–30% below private sale

Avg mileage

152k km

typical 168k km

Days listed

36d

avg on market · demand 44/100

AI Market Summary

Practical, spacious family MPV with good interior flexibility and reasonable running costs for its size — diesel suits longer commutes.
Median price €7,950 sits fairly in market; compare closely with petrol equivalents and newer Citroën C4 Picasso — diesel premium often not justified now.
DPF clogging is the main killer on urban-focused cars; EGR valve carbon buildup common from 80k km; timing belt replacement critical above 120k km to avoid catastrophic failure.
Before purchase, request full service history and ask seller about recent DPF regeneration cycles — limp mode without proof of repair is a red flag worth €1,000+ in future costs.

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Analysis & Insights

Price Analysis Costs Import Recalls & Info

Vehicle specification

Manufacturer WLTP data

Power

118 bhp

Torque

270 Nm

199 lb·ft

0–62 mph

11.3s

114 mph top

Engine

1.5L

1500 cc

Boot space

432L

1684L folded

Seats

5 doors

Fuel economy & emissions

Combined

68.9 mpg

4.1 L/100km

Urban

60.1 mpg

Extra urban

76.4 mpg

CO₂

105 g/km

EURO 6

Fuel tank

53L

Dimensions

Length

4.38m

4379 mm

Width

1.83m

Height

1.61m

Wheelbase

2.65m

Kerb weight

1,328 kg

1,915 kg gross

Safety & ownership

Euro NCAP

★★★★★

Adult 92% · Child 83%

Insurance

Group 17E

Warranty

3 years

Reliability & Safety Recalls

Ford C-Max 2016

Reliability

3/5

The 2016 Ford C-Max diesel is a practical family MPV with reasonable reliability, but diesel engines of this era are prone to DPF and EGR issues that can be expensive to resolve. Ownership costs are moderate if major faults are avoided, but the diesel powertrain requires careful maintenance to prevent costly repairs. Parts availability and repair costs are reasonable in the Irish/UK market.

Known issues

DPF (diesel particulate filter) clogging and regeneration failures, particularly on low-mileage urban driving — can result in limp mode and €800–€1,500 replacement costs
EGR valve carbon buildup causing rough idle, loss of power, and fault codes — common from 80,000 km onwards
Timing belt failure at high mileage (typically 120,000+ km) if not replaced preventatively — catastrophic engine damage if snapped
Fuel injector carbon deposits and occasional injector failure, especially under city driving — causes rough running and increased fuel consumption
Clutch wear on manual gearboxes, typically requiring replacement at 100,000–130,000 km
Coolant leaks from hose connections and thermostat housing, leading to overheating if unaddressed

Good for

Practical seven-seat MPV layout with flexible interior space for families and cargo
Fuel efficiency on motorway driving (40–45 mpg real-world on longer journeys with diesel)
Low running costs once major issues are avoided — road tax and fuel economy reasonable for the size
Strong dealer support and parts availability across Ireland and UK for this generation

Years to avoid: 2011, 2012, 2013

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