We leased our Ford C-Max two years ago to see what it would be like to own and drive a car powered by both a battery and gas. It has been a present surprise and one we're glad we made. It has averaged 46 mpg for the first two years and have no doubt it will continue for the next year. It drives smoothly, and we hardly notice when it switches from one mode to the other. In battery mode it is very quiet, and you have to pay attention to those around you as they may not hear you coming. It is roomy and holds four adults easily and five if you wanted. The back seats fold down for carrying things if you need to, and we've used it several times to purchase bags of mulch or fence supplies from Lowe's or Home Depot. It handles nicely on the freeways and has surprising pickup. I have to be careful as it gets up to 80 easily without noticing. I take it on trips around the state, and it's rides and drives as good as any car we've ever owned. We haven't decided yet, but it's quite possible we may lease another. All depends on what deals Ford has going when it's time to turn it in.

I like this vehicle. The quality is good. Smooth hybrid power. Nimble handling. Good gas mileage.