Ford C-Max Radiator Replacement Parts
Need a used Ford C-Max radiator? Request a free quote from UK vehicle dismantlers and compare offers direct.
Enter your registration or select your vehicle
Find the right part faster and get quotes direct from UK breakers - free, and no obligation.
Choosing the right used Ford C-Max radiator
Used radiators vary between vehicles - and whether you call it used, second hand or a replacement, matching the right one matters. These are the details breakers need to match the right part to your car - our request form asks them so you only hear from suppliers with the correct part:
- State whether it's petrol or diesel
- State whether it's manual or automatic
Other used Ford C-Max parts
Used radiator for other Ford models
Fitment questions
What years does a Ford C-Max radiator fit across – are there different generations to be aware of?
The Ford C-Max ran in two main generations: the Mk1 from 2003 to 2010, and the Mk2 from 2010 onwards (with a facelift around 2015). Radiators are generally generation-specific, so a Mk1 unit is very unlikely to suit a Mk2 car and vice versa. When searching, always confirm which generation your car belongs to before approaching a breaker.
Will a radiator from a 2014 C-Max fit my 2016 C-Max – does the Mk2 facelift change anything?
The Mk2 C-Max received a facelift in 2015, and while many mechanical components carried over, ancillary fittings and mounting points can change quietly during a production run. Name the generation boundary (pre-facelift Mk2 versus post-facelift Mk2) when you contact the breaker and ask them to cross-reference against your registration, as this is the safest way to confirm whether a 2014 unit will physically suit your 2016 car.
Does the engine size or engine code matter when buying a used C-Max radiator?
Yes – engine code matters more than anything else for radiator fitment on a C-Max. Different engines (for example a 1.6 TDCi versus a 2.0 TDCi, or a 1.0 EcoBoost versus a 1.6 EcoBoost) can have different radiator sizes, hose positions, and cooling capacities. Check your V5C or run a VIN check to get the exact engine code, then quote that code directly to the breaker.
Does it matter whether my C-Max is a petrol or diesel when looking for a radiator?
Yes, fuel type is relevant because petrol and diesel engines generate different heat loads and often use physically different radiators with varying core sizes or fittings. Always tell the breaker whether your car is petrol or diesel, and back that up with the engine code from your V5C for the most accurate match.
Does the trim level affect which radiator I need – for example, is there a difference between a C-Max Zetec and a Titanium?
Trim level does not affect radiator fitment on the C-Max – a Zetec and a Titanium running the same engine code use the same radiator. What you might find is that a used radiator pulled from a higher-spec car looks slightly different cosmetically due to age or condition, but the part itself is interchangeable where engine codes match. Focus on engine code, fuel type, and generation rather than the trim badge.
Can I use a Grand C-Max radiator in a standard C-Max?
The Grand C-Max (the seven-seat version) and the standard five-seat C-Max share the same basic platform and engine range, so radiators may well be compatible when engine codes match, but the longer body and different front-end packaging of the Grand C-Max can affect fitment. Confirm this directly with the breaker by supplying both registrations or VINs so they can check the specific part numbers against your car.