THE STYLISH AND VERSATILE ALL-NEW C-MAX RANGE

THE STYLISH AND VERSATILE ALL-NEW
FORD C-MAX RANGE

• Exciting, all-new two-model C-MAX range makes global debut at
  Frankfurt Motor Show
• New C-MAX is the first product from Ford's new global C-segment platform
• Distinctive new designs show how compact multi-activity vehicles can be stylish and desirable
• 7-seat Grand C-MAX introduces extra space and flexibility to C-MAX line-up, with twin sliding doors and innovative seating concepts
• 5-seat model combines a sleeker, more sporting design with traditional
  C-MAX virtues of room and practicality
• Powertrain options include new high-efficiency, low-CO2 Ford EcoBoost
  petrol engines
• New technologies for Ford of Europe include semi-automatic parallel parking, blind spot detection and power operation for the rear tailgate
• Both models available in major European markets by late 2010
• Grand C-MAX confirmed for launch in North America in late 2011

An all-new, two-model Ford C-MAX range makes its global debut at this year's Frankfurt Motor Show. The exciting new C-MAX family brings new levels of style and desirability to the compact multi-activity vehicle (MAV) market, with a bold and dynamic new look which extends Ford's acclaimed 'kinetic design' language.

For the first time, Ford's MAV customers will have the choice of a 5-seat C-MAX or the new 7-seat Grand C-MAX, which features twin sliding doors and innovative seat design to provide outstanding space and flexibility.

The all-new Ford C-MAX range introduces a number of advanced new technologies to the compact MAV class focused on enhanced comfort, safety and sustainability, including the availability of new and powerful yet highly fuel-efficient low-CO2 Ford EcoBoost petrol engines.

The new C-MAX models are also the first products to be launched from Ford's new, global C-segment vehicle platform, and are previewed at Frankfurt in pre-production form prior to their European sales launch in late 2010.

Additionally, Ford is confirming that the Grand C-MAX model will also be introduced in North America in late 2011, joining the new Fiesta, the Transit Connect commercial van and the next-generation Ford Focus as one of six European-designed models promised by the company under its 'One Ford' strategy.

'Following the tremendous popularity of the S-MAX and Galaxy duo, we plan to extend that opportunity to compact MAV customers with our new expanded C-MAX line-up,' said John Fleming, Chairman & CEO, Ford of Europe. 'The spacious seven-seat Grand C-MAX is a brand new entry for us, and combined with the sporty, five-seat model allows us to deliver a class-leading choice of two dynamic and highly-capable family vehicles.

"The significance of the new C-MAX models cannot be overstated as they signal the impending arrival of up to two million vehicles a year in a variety of bodystyles, all based on our new global C-segment platform," Fleming added.