How much is a 2017 Ford C-MaxDiesel worth in Ireland?

The median asking price for a 2017 Ford C-MaxDiesel on the Irish used-car market is around €10,950, based on 12 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2017 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 2017 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 2017 Ford C-MaxDiesel?

This page estimates annual running costs for a 2017 Ford C-MaxDiesel using WLTP consumption data, current Irish fuel and electricity prices, and Irish motor tax bands.

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Trim:All Zetec · 1

Source:ROI All NI

Market Intelligence

Ford C-Max2017

Diesel

26 days avg on market · Low data confidence

Normal DemandLimited Data

No NI listings currently available

There are 1 NI listing for this model. Switch to "All" or "NI" source filter above to see pricing data.

Updated 11h ago · NI · Low confidence

Median listing price

€10,950

private sale ~€9,137 Pricing assumptionsAssumptions· Good condition, full service history· No outstanding finance or damage· Based on ads seen in the past 30 days

Est. trade-in

€6,965 – €8,458

15–30% below private sale

Avg mileage

144k km

typical 145k km

Days listed

26d

avg on market · demand 60/100

AI Market Summary

Diesel particulate filter prone to clogging on urban/short-trip driving; request full service history and ask dealer if DPF has been replaced or professionally cleaned.
PowerShift dual-clutch gearbox notoriously unreliable on this generation — shuddering, judder at low speed, and complete loss of drive reported; test drive extensively in stop-start traffic.
1.6L TDCi engine suffers fuel injector and carbon buildup issues causing rough idle and poor running; have a pre-purchase diagnostic scan done before committing.
Price has risen sharply year-on-year, but still reasonable for a spacious family diesel MPV; however, reliability concerns mean buying the right example matters more than chasing a deal.
NI import saves €1,078 before VRT applies on top — factor in full VRT, NOx levy, and registration costs before claiming any genuine saving.

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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 2017

Reliability

3/5

The 2017 Ford C-Max diesel offers decent practicality and fuel economy, but this generation suffers from several well-documented diesel engine and transmission issues. Ownership can be costly due to DPF regeneration problems and gearbox concerns, making it a moderate reliability bet for family transport.

Known issues

DPF (diesel particulate filter) clogging and regeneration failures, especially on low-mileage/city driving patterns
PowerShift dual-clutch gearbox shuddering, loss of drive, and judder on low-speed manoeuvres
Fuel injector problems and carbon buildup in 1.6L TDCi engine leading to rough running
EGR valve carbon fouling causing excessive smoke and limp mode activation
Heater matrix corrosion and coolant leaks in early 2017 examples
Electrical gremlins with dashboard lights, infotainment freezing, and battery drain issues

Good for

Practical 5-seater with flexible interior space and good boot capacity
Reasonable diesel fuel economy (45-55 mpg in mixed driving) for the segment
Affordable to buy secondhand with moderate running costs if engine/gearbox stay healthy
Comfortable for longer journeys with decent visibility and easy handling

Years to avoid: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016

AI-generated summary · verify with DVSA & owner forums

Safety Recalls3 found

Seat Belt2015

Rear seat belt anchorage may not be properly welded, reducing crash protection

Remedy: Inspection and re-welding of rear seat belt anchor points

0009

Fuel System2014

Fuel tank strap bracket may crack under load, risking fuel leakage

Remedy: Replacement of fuel tank strap bracket with reinforced part

0016

Engine2013

Engine stalling risk due to fuel vapour pressure issue in 1.6L diesel models

Remedy: Software update to fuel pump module

0010

AI-generated · verify at gov.uk/check-vehicle-recall

Potential value opportunities

NI · by value score

▼ €300

2017 Ford C-max 1.5 TDCi Zetec 5dr Video Review •

£5,450→€11,924imported

+12% vs expected price

NI Import

NI → ROI import costs

Assumes the car is NI-registered (no customs duty or VAT under Windsor Framework). Includes VRT + NOx levy + registration + transport. Click for full breakdown.

148k km · manual · Portadown · 30d

Zetec

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