The FORD FOCUS C-MAX (2004-07) 5DR MPV 2.0 145 ZETEC AUTO4 is a compact five-door family MPV: a taller, practical alternative to a conventional hatchback, rather than an SUV. Based on the Focus, it offers useful cabin space without a large vehicle’s bulk, placing it among Britain’s used family cars. It suits families, school runs, shopping and commuting, particularly buyers wanting easy access and everyday practicality. The 2.0 Zetec automatic appeals to drivers seeking relaxed stop-start motoring. Against rivals such as the Renault Scenic and Vauxhall Zafira, the C-MAX stands out for Focus-based road manners and a more car-like feel than many people expect from an MPV. Mycarcheck.com logged 517 look-ups across 274 distinct VINs. Checks show an average private-sale valuation of £900 and average recorded mileage of 92,000 miles; annual mileage averages 5,000. The cars had an average of almost four previous keepers, useful context when assessing an individual example.