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:All Max · 4 Zetec · 1

Source:ROI All NI

Market Intelligence

Ford C-Max2018

Diesel

36 days avg on market · Low data confidence

High DemandLimited Data

No ROI listings currently available

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

Updated 4d ago · ROI · Low confidence

Expected price

Est. trade-in

Avg mileage

150k km

typical 155k km

Days listed

36d

avg on market · demand 73/100

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

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