"So how does the C-MAX stack
"So how does the C-MAX stack up against the perennial favorite Prius v?"
How can the Prius V be a "perennial" favorite, it is only approaching the one year mark?
Toyota will be introducing the next generation of its hybrid power-train but Ford did beat them here.
The Prius V however, has to be given the trophy for being a bigger cargo hauler... and with a 4 inch longer wheelbase, a more comfy ride.
I have average warm months mileage of 48mpg on my V, 43mpg in cold months, 46.7 overall. Several tanks have been 50+ mpg. Admittedly I drive mostly city mileage. I run mostly in ECO mode, does the EPA test mpg without using the ECO throttle position switch? Ford has done a good job with the C-Max (other than the name, sounds like a lift-truck :--) ),the CMax wasn't around when I bought the V, oh well then I was less confused!