Ford C-MAX vs. Jeep Wrangler MPG

Chart is based on 179 fuel economy reports for the Ford C-MAX and 309 fuel economy reports for the Jeep Wrangler.

Ford C-MAX MPG

Year	Body/Powertrain	flat, hilly, or mountainousLand	driving style: very light to "lead foot"Foot	A/C use: none to heavyA/C	constant stop and goTraf %	many stops per mileCity %	stop every mile or twoSub %	fairly steady speedHwy %	Hwy Spd	MPG
2017	4dr Hatch 141-horsepower 2.0L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD	flat	light	none	0	0	53	47	69	34.8
2015	4dr Hatch 141-horsepower 2.0L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD	flat	light	light	24	37	21	19	66	44.4
2014	4dr Hatch 141-horsepower 2.0L I4 Plug-in Hybrid CVT FWD	flat	light	none	0	20	30	50	65	72.2
2013	4dr Hatch 141-horsepower 2.0L I4 Plug-in Hybrid CVT FWD	flat	light	light	17	21	42	21	70	63.0
2013	4dr Hatch 141-horsepower 2.0L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD	flat	light	light	1	18	35	46	63	43.1

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Jeep Wrangler MPG

Year	Body/Powertrain	flat, hilly, or mountainousLand	driving style: very light to "lead foot"Foot	A/C use: none to heavyA/C	constant stop and goTraf %	many stops per mileCity %	stop every mile or twoSub %	fairly steady speedHwy %	Hwy Spd	MPG
2018	4dr SUV 285-horsepower 3.6L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range	flat	med	hvy	0	0	25	75	60	18.4
2017	4dr SUV 285-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range	flat	light	hvy	0	80	0	20	70	12.5
2016	4dr SUV 285-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range	flat	med	hvy	0	5	80	15	68	17.0
2015	4dr SUV 285-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range	flat	med	none	0	30	15	56	75	19.1
2015	4dr SUV 285-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range	hills	med	light	10	20	30	40	70	14.7
2014	2dr SUV 285-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range	hills	med	light	10	10	30	50	70	18.2
2014	2dr SUV 285-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range	hills	light	light	20	70	0	10	60	15.0
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2013	2dr SUV 285-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range	flat	med	none	0	49	0	50	70	18.8
2012	4dr SUV 285-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range	flat	light	hvy	0	75	0	25	60	16.0
2012	2dr SUV 285-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range	flat	med	light	0	10	5	85	60	23.0
2012	2dr SUV 285-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range	flat	light	none	5	30	25	40	60	20.2
2011	4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range	flat	med	hvy	0	0	40	60	75	15.6
2011	2dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range	flat	light	light	2	40	10	48	90	21.3
2011	2dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range	hills	med	light	8	8	46	38	81	16.4
2010	4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range	flat	light	none	0	50	0	50	60	16.0
2010	4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range	hills	med	none	1	12	15	71	61	14.7
2010	2dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range	hills	v.lt	none	1	1	15	83	65	20.8
2010	2dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range	hills	med	none	5	20	10	65	70	18.5
2009	4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range	flat	med	none	0	37	40	23	70	17.2
2009	4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range	hills	med	none	5	28	18	50	68	17.1
2009	2dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range	hills	light	hvy	0	15	10	75	70	16.3
2009	2dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range	flat	light	none	0	0	20	80	70	18.5
2008	4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range	flat	light	none	18	55	9	18	65	18.6
2008	4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic RWD	hills	med	light	50	30	0	20	110	10.2
2008	4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range	flat	med	none	11	26	39	23	65	15.6
2008	2dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range	flat	light	light	3	12	3	82	62	18.8
2008	2dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range	flat	med	none	0	18	35	48	60	17.9
2007	4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range	hills	light	light	18	17	15	51	64	18.5
2007	4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic RWD	flat	med	none	25	10	10	55	68	20.1
2007	4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range	flat	med	none	2	10	23	65	60	17.1
2007	2dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range	flat	med	none	10	12	52	27	68	16.2
2007	2dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range	flat	light	none	3	11	15	71	64	18.9
2006	2dr SUV, ext. 190-horsepower 4.0L I6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range	flat	light	none	8	40	12	41	67	16.6
2006	2dr SUV, ext. 190-horsepower 4.0L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range	flat	light	light	26	39	18	17	62	14.1
2006	2dr SUV 190-horsepower 4.0L I6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range	hills	lead	none	11	33	25	31	66	15.2
2006	2dr SUV 147-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range	flat	light	hvy	0	0	10	90	65	19.7
2005	2dr SUV, ext. 190-horsepower 4.0L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range	hills	med	none	3	5	30	63	61	15.9
2005	2dr SUV 190-horsepower 4.0L I6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range	mtns	med	light	5	42	2	51	65	16.2
2004	2dr SUV 190-horsepower 4.0L I6 5-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range	hills	med	light	48	19	2	31	69	16.2
2004	2dr SUV 190-horsepower 4.0L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range	flat	med	none	10	10	30	50	65	13.7
2003	2dr SUV 190-horsepower 4.0L I6 5-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range	flat	light	none	2	2	33	63	62	16.9
2002	2dr SUV 190-horsepower 4.0L I6 5-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range	hills	med	light	20	25	20	35	60	17.0
2000	2dr SUV 181-horsepower 4.0L I6 3-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range	flat	light	none	5	74	11	11	60	13.5

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TrueDelta Reviews the Real Gas Mileage of the Ford C-MAX

Ford C-MAX Real Gas Mileage: Pros
Year	Comment
2013	The Ford C-MAX's fuel economy is at once the #1 reason most people will buy a C-MAX, but also the model's greatest shortfall. The EPA ratings are an impressive 47 mpg city, 47 highway. In real suburban driving we (and many owners) observed trip computer averages of 33 to 40, with an overall average of 35.8. Go easy on the gas and initiate braking early enough to fully recoup kinetic energy, and low to mid 40s can happen. But 47 is a stretch. There are two ways to look at this. On the one hand, the C-MAX isn't coming close to its EPA ratings. Odds are Ford will have to make an adjustment and credit past buyers for the difference, Hyundai-Kia style. (Which actually might be a reason to buy one before this happens.) On the other hand, even 36 mpg is about 8-12 miles-per-gallon better than similarly functional non-hybrid vehicles, including the related Ford Escape. Efficiency is supported by excellent, highly configurable instrumentation. I personally opted to view a tach (rare in a hybrid), driving style ratings, and average mpg. A "brake coach" lets you know after each stop what percentage of kinetic energy was regenerated. In hybrids, this has a large impact on mpg than how hard you accelerate (more on this below). The C-MAX is also offered as an "Energi" Plug-in Hybrid rated to cruise 21 miles on electricity alone. see full Ford C-MAX review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Real Gas Mileage of the Ford C-MAX

Ford C-MAX Real Gas Mileage: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2013	4dr Hatch 141-horsepower 2.0L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD	With some care, it is not too hard to surpass the revised EPA estimates of 44 city / 39 highway. It particulary shines in city and suburban driving where you can crest 50 mpg on some short trips. In mixed driving, we match the EPA estimate of 40 MPG without paying much attention. While not as great as the Prius, this efficiency was certainly a step up for us and the difference in fuel costs over a year between the C-Max and Prius was not worth the shortcomings we found in the Prius (particularly poor handling and uncomfortable seats). see full Ford C-MAX review

Ford C-MAX Real Gas Mileage: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2013	4dr Hatch 141-horsepower 2.0L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD	On the down side for fuel economy, cold weather does a number on the MPG as is reported with other hybrid. On short trips (4 miles or less) on a cold start in cold weather with the heater going, expect low 20s for your MPG. This is mitigated over longer trips once the engine has warmed up, but we still get 1-3 MPG under our usual in cold weather for longer trips. see full Ford C-MAX review

TrueDelta Reviews the Real Gas Mileage of the Jeep Wrangler

Jeep Wrangler Real Gas Mileage: Cons
Year	Comment
2010	Heavy and far from aerodynamic, the Jeep Wrangler doesn't earn impressive EPA fuel economy ratings: 17 mpg city, 21 mpg highway. In the suburbs I could only get the average mpg readout to top 20 if I was very easy on the pedals. In most of my suburban driving the trip computer reported averages around 16. The 4Runner's EPA ratings are no better. Its trip computer averages were two-to-three mpg higher, but some or even most of this advantage could have been due to summer weather. see full Jeep Wrangler review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Real Gas Mileage of the Jeep Wrangler

Jeep Wrangler Real Gas Mileage: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2013	4dr SUV 285-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range	Compared to my 2001 TJ Jeep Wrangler which got around 11 to 13 MPG, the 15-17 city and 18/21 highway are quite the improvement, especially since it is a longer/heavier 4-door model. At the worst, I've gotten 13 MPG in stop and go driving and 15 on the highway in very strong headwinds. The flip side; the best I've gotten in-city is 18 MPG and an impressive 28 MPG with a tailwind from Colorado to Texas! Overall, for driving what is basically shaped like a brick on the road; the fuel economy for my Jeep I feel is rather impressive. see full Jeep Wrangler review
2010	4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range	Being a true SUV, and as heavy as it is, fuel economy is not the best. However, I knowingly traded my 2010 Ford Mustang that got decent fuel economy in for this Jeep Wrangler that I knew got bad fuel economy because I wanted and needed an all season vehicle. Although my fuel economy hovers around 14 mpg, I don't regret my decision. see full Jeep Wrangler review
2009	4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range	I average 19 mpg on road and 22mpg on hwy. Better than many SUVs on the road. see full Jeep Wrangler review
2006	2dr SUV 190-horsepower 4.0L I6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range	If I fill it up before it gets to a quarter tank it gets around 15MPG, but if I wait until the light comes on and then do the math I'm getting 17. Either way, this is not really the kind of vehicle you buy for the gas mileage. see full Jeep Wrangler review

Jeep Wrangler Real Gas Mileage: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2013	4dr SUV 285-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range	Getting 20 mpg is a very rare occurance that causes celebration. see full Jeep Wrangler review
2012	2dr SUV 285-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range	fuel economy not good see full Jeep Wrangler review
2011	2dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range	- Bad. Knew that getting in to it. see full Jeep Wrangler review
2011	4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range	We are aware of the bad economy but seeing the WHOLE lineup has a new Pentastar V6 this is the last year for the old engine style. We luckily have another fuel efficient car so we will enjoy the ride and monitor the gas usage. see full Jeep Wrangler review
2010	2dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range	My 412 hp Mustang gets far better mileage than the 202 hp Jeep. What is wrong with that picture? see full Jeep Wrangler review
2009	2dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range	getting 20 highway 17 city see full Jeep Wrangler review
2008	2dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range	Although its to be expected from a Wrangler, you should be able to get more than 15-17 mpg from a vehicle today. see full Jeep Wrangler review
2008	4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range	Like most American cars, we trade power and performance for fuel economy or so it would seem see full Jeep Wrangler review
2008	4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range	Gas mileage could be better, a better transmission could easily increase both performance and economy see full Jeep Wrangler review
2008	4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range	It is bad but slightly better than the TJ. see full Jeep Wrangler review