How much is a 2018 Ford C-MaxDiesel worth in Ireland?

The median asking price for a 2018 Ford C-MaxDiesel on the Irish used-car market is around €10,950, based on 6 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2018 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 2018 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 2018 Ford C-MaxDiesel?

This page estimates annual running costs for a 2018 Ford C-MaxDiesel using WLTP consumption data, current Irish fuel and electricity prices, and Irish motor tax bands.

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Trim:Titanium · 1 Zetec · 1 Unknown · 4

Gearbox:Manual · 5 Automatic · 1

Source:ROI All NI

Market Intelligence

Ford C-Max2018

Diesel

€10,950ROI listing median

€11,225All listing median

31 days avg on market · Low data confidence

High DemandMedium Confidence

Listing price range

€10k – €12k

25th to 75th percentile

Listings

all active now

Updated 10h ago · all · Low confidence

Median listing price

€11,225

private sale ~€10,857 Pricing assumptionsAssumptions· Good condition, full service history· No outstanding finance or damage· Based on ads seen in the past 30 days

Est. trade-in

€6,825 – €8,288

15–30% below private sale

Avg mileage

150k km

typical 155k km

Days listed

31d

avg on market · demand 71/100

AI Market Summary

Practical family hauler with flexible seating, good boot space, and efficient diesel engine — ideal for active Irish households doing regular school/shopping runs.
Median mileage (167k km) is within expected range for an 8-year-old at typical Irish usage; pricing stable year-on-year, suggesting fair market value with no shortage of stock.
DPF regeneration failures and EGR carbon build-up are common on higher-mileage examples — budget €800–€1,200 for DPF work; rough idle or limp-mode warnings are red flags.
Before buying, request full service history and ask seller if DPF has been cleaned or replaced; run a diagnostic scan to check for stored fault codes (DPF, EGR, electrical).
Check interior lighting (dashboard, map lights, interior trim) and battery condition; electrical gremlins can be costly to diagnose — test all switches and warning lights during viewing.

AI-generated analysis · Carintel.ie · verify independently before purchasing

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 2018

Reliability

3/5

The 2018 Ford C-Max diesel is a practical family MPV with a proven 1.5 TDCi engine, but this generation has shown moderate reliability issues, particularly with the DPF system and electrical gremlins. It offers good space and reasonable economy when well-maintained, though repair costs can mount quickly. Not the most dependable choice in the used MPV market, but acceptable if service history is solid.

Known issues

DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging and regeneration failures, leading to limp mode and expensive cleaning/replacement (€800–€1,200)
EGR valve carbon build-up causing rough idle, power loss, and fault codes — common on higher-mileage examples
Electrical faults: dashboard warning lights, interior lighting gremlins, and battery drain issues
Timing chain rattle on cold start, particularly if oil changes have been neglected
Fuel injector coking and poor cold-start performance, especially if low-quality diesel used
Dual-mass flywheel wear causing clutch shudder and vibration under load

Good for

Spacious interior and flexible seating for families or small businesses
Decent fuel economy (45–50 mpg real-world) for a 7-seat MPV when DPF is functioning
Proven 1.5 TDCi engine — parts availability is excellent and servicing widely available
Good towing capacity (1,200 kg braked) and practical load bay

Years to avoid: 2015, 2016, 2017

AI-generated summary · verify with DVSA & owner forums

Safety Recalls3 found

Airbags2017

Takata airbag inflators may rupture, causing injury

Remedy: Driver and passenger airbag inflator replacement

17V244

Brakes2017

Brake fluid hose may crack under pressure, reducing braking performance

Remedy: Brake fluid hose inspection and replacement where cracked

17V281

Fuel System2016

Fuel pump may fail due to contaminated fuel, causing stalling

Remedy: Fuel pump and filter replacement; fuel tank inspection and cleaning

16V391

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

Potential value opportunities

ROI + NI · by value score

Ford C-Max 2018

€9,750

-9% vs expected price

167k km · manual · Louth, Louth · 32d

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Ford C-Max automatic diesel 2018 low mileage

€10,950

-5% vs expected price

109k km · manual · PortLaoise, Laois · 27d

See ad

Ford C-Max C MAX 1.5 TDCI ZETEC HIGH SEATING POSIT

€11,500

+1% vs expected price

144k km · manual · Dundalk, Co. Louth · 32d

Zetec

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Ford C-Max High driving position

€11,800

+12% vs expected price

172k km · manual · Cork · 33d

See ad

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▼ €8,368

2018 Ford C-max 1.5 TDCi Titanium 5dr Video Review •

£7,195→€13,983imported

+15% 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.

Low km

67k km · automatic · 36d

Titanium

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