TheFord Transit Customis amid-sized,front wheel drivevanproduced byFord Europesince 2012. It marked a split in the Transit range, with the Custom being the smaller version and theFord Transitbeing the larger.[1]Similar to other Transit variants, the passenger versions were brandedTourneo Custom.[2]

Ford Transit Custom
Overview
ManufacturerFord of Europe
Production2012–present
Body and chassis
ClassLight commercial vehicle(M)
LayoutFront-engine, front-wheel-drive layout
Chronology
PredecessorFord Transit
Ford Econovan

First generation (2012)

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First generation
Overview
Also called
  • Ford Tourneo Custom
  • Ford New Transit (China)
  • Ford Tourneo (Vietnam)
Production2012–present
2016–present (China)
2019–2021 (Vietnam)
Assembly
DesignerPaul Campbell[3]
Body and chassis
Body styleVan(Transit Custom)
Crew cabvan (Transit Custom)
Minivan/Minibus(Transit Custom Kombi, Tourneo Custom)
Powertrain
Engine
Electric motor11.5 kW (15.4 hp) belt-driven integrated starter/generator (BISG) (Transit Custom EcoBlue Hybrid)
Transmission5 speed manual (China)
6-speedmanual
6-speedautomatic
9 speed automatic (China)
Hybrid drivetrainEcoBlue Hybrid mHEV(Transit Custom EcoBlue Hybrid)
Battery48-volt battery pack
13.6 kWh (PHEV)
Plug-in charging2.4 kW AC orType 27.2 kW AC (PHEV)
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,933 mm (115.5 in) (SWB)
3,300 mm (129.9 in) (LWB)
Length4,972 mm (195.7 in) (SWB)
5,339 mm (210.2 in) (LWB)
Width1,986 mm (78.2 in) (ex. mirrors)
2,290 mm (90.2 in) (inc. mirrors)
Height1,922–2,017 mm (75.7–79.4 in) (low roof)
2,280–2,381 mm (89.8–93.7 in) (high roof)
Kerb weight1,786–2,020 kg (3,937–4,453 lb)

The Ford Transit Custom was unveiled at the 2012 Commercial Vehicle Show at theNational Exhibition CentreinBirmingham, England.[3][4]Currently, the Transit Custom is not sold in the United States and Canada, but it is sold in Mexico. It was not sold in China until 2016. An updated version with mild styling changes and a new engine family was introduced in 2017.[5]

Powertrains

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One engine was available between 2012 and 2016, a 2.2-litreinline-fourDuratorqturbodiesel,in three power output levels: 74 kW (101 PS; 99 hp) and 310 N⋅m (230 lb⋅ft) of torque, 92 kW (125 PS; 123 hp) and 350 N⋅m (260 lb⋅ft), 113 kW (154 PS; 152 hp) and 385 N⋅m (284 lb⋅ft).[6]It was succeeded in 2017 by a 2.0-litreEcoBlueturbodiesel that was compliant withEuro 6emissions standards and offered comparable output levels.[7][8]An ECOnetic package was available for the lowest-output model, which added an automatic enginestart-stop system,low rolling resistance tires, and electronic controls to drive consumption and emissions down to 5.7 L/100 km (50 mpg‑imp;41 mpg‑US) and 148 g/km (8.4 oz/mi) ofCO
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,respectively.[9]

An optionalmild hybridsystem was introduced to theEcoBlueengines in 2019. A belt-driven starter/generator replaces thealternator,which is connected to a 48 V, 10 A-hr lithium-ion battery. Mild hybrid vehicles are equipped with a start-stop system that shuts down the engine when the vehicle is stopped or decelerating at less than 12 km/h (7.5 mph), returning energy to the storage battery and providing an improvement in fuel economy of approximately three to eight percent.[10]

Also in 2019, Ford introduced aplug-in hybridelectric vehicle (PHEV) version of the Tourneo, which uses Ford's 1-litreEcoBoostpetrol engine and an electric traction motor with a 13,6 kWh battery. The PHEV is aseries hybridwhere the petrol engine acts as a range extender, as the front wheels of the car are driven by the electric engine. It can go 50 km (31 mi) on electricity, but up to 500 km (310 mi) using the petrol engine. Fuel consumption is reported to be 3.3 L/100 km (71 mpg‑US). This version will be available in the second half of 2019.[11]

Ford Transit Custom powertrain options[6][7]
Years Engine Power Torque Fuel Consumption CO
2
2012–16 2.2 LDuratorq 74 kW (99 hp) 310 N⋅m (230 lbf⋅ft) Diesel 6.7–6.5 L/100 km (35–36 mpg‑US) 172–177 g/km (9.8–10.0 oz/mi)
92 kW (123 hp) 350 N⋅m (260 lbf⋅ft)
114 kW (153 hp) 385 N⋅m (284 lbf⋅ft)
2017+ 2.0 LEcoBlue 77 kW (103 hp) 360 N⋅m (270 lbf⋅ft) Diesel & Diesel hybrid 7.7–7.1 L/100 km (31–33 mpg‑US) 186–204 g/km (10.6–11.6 oz/mi)
96 kW (129 hp) 385 N⋅m (284 lbf⋅ft) 8.9–6.9 L/100 km (26–34 mpg‑US) 186–204 g/km (10.6–11.6 oz/mi)
125 kW (168 hp) 405 N⋅m (299 lbf⋅ft) 8.9–7.0 L/100 km (26–34 mpg‑US) 184–234 g/km (10.4–13.3 oz/mi)
136 kW (182 hp) 7.6–6.2 L/100 km (31–38 mpg‑US) 186–234 g/km (10.6–13.3 oz/mi)
2019+ 1.0 LEcoBoost 92 kW (123 hp) 355 N⋅m (262 lbf⋅ft) Petrol hybrid 7.7–6.9 L/100 km (31–34 mpg‑US) 210–234 g/km (11.9–13.3 oz/mi)
Ford Transit Custom key dimensions & combinations[7]
Length
Roof
L1 L2
4,973 mm (195.8 in) 5,340 mm (210 in)
H1 1,922–2,000 mm
75.7–78.7 in
Volume 5.7 m3(200 cu ft) 6.6 m3(230 cu ft)
Interior
(L×W×H)
2,554 mm × 1,351 mm × 1,406 mm
100.6 in × 53.2 in × 55.4 in
2,921 mm × 1,351 mm × 1,406 mm
115.0 in × 53.2 in × 55.4 in
GVWR 2,600–3,200 kg (5,700–7,100 lb) 2,900–3,400 kg (6,400–7,500 lb)
H2 2,285–2,366 mm
90.0–93.1 in
Volume 7.2 m3(250 cu ft) 8.2 m3(290 cu ft)
Interior
(L×W×H)
2,554 mm × 1,351 mm × 1,778 mm
100.6 in × 53.2 in × 70.0 in
2,921 mm × 1,351 mm × 1,778 mm
115.0 in × 53.2 in × 70.0 in
GVWR 2,600–3,200 kg (5,700–7,100 lb) 2,900–3,400 kg (6,400–7,500 lb)

Models

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Transit Custom Nugget

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The Ford Transit Custom Nugget is a small van designed as a camper (akacampervan) that is sold by Ford and converted byWestfalia.[12]It has various features of overnight camping, such as a sink, stove, and foldout beds.[13]The "Nugget" was launched in select European markets in the spring of 2019.[14]

Swift Monza

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TheSwift Monzais acampervanconversion produced bySwift Leisureand based on the Tourneo version of the Transit Custom. It is available with the 2.0 EcoBlue 128PS turbodiesel engine. It is aimed at young families.[15]

Markets

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Vietnam

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The Transit Custom was released in Vietnam on September 12, 2019 until June 2021 as the Tourneo. Assembled atFord Vietnammanufacturing facility, it is offered in Trend and Titanium (7 seater, SWB) variants with 2.0 L EcoBoost inline-4 petrol engine (rated at 203 horsepower and 300 Nm) with 6-speed automatic transmission as the single powertrain option.[16]

China

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In February 2023, theJiangling Fordjoint venture launched a facelifted version of the outgoing first generation for the Chinese market called the Transit V362.[17]A 2 litre turbo diesel engine is standard alongside two transmission options across the range: a 5 speed manual and a 9 speed automatic.[18]

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Safety

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Euro NCAPtest results
Ford Transit Custom 2.2 diesel Trend Kombi (LHD) (2012)[19]
Test Points %
Overall:
Adult occupant: 30 84%
Child occupant: 44 90%
Pedestrian: 14 48%
Safety assist: 5 71%

Second generation (2023)

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Second generation
Overview
Also calledFord Tourneo Custom
Volkswagen Transporter / Caravelle (T7)
Production2023–present
AssemblyTurkey:İzmit, Kocaeli(Ford Otosan)
Body and chassis
Body style5-doorMPV
LayoutFront-engine, front-wheel-drive
Rear-motor, rear-wheel-drive(EV)
PlatformFord Pro Platform
RelatedVolkswagen Transporter (T7)
Powertrain
EngineDiesel:
2.0 LEcoBlueI4
Petrolhybrid:
2.5 LPHEVI4
Electric motorEKRAPermanent magnet motor
Transmission6-speedmanual
8-speedautomatic
Battery82.5 kWhNMC(EV)
Dimensions
Wheelbase3,100–3,500 mm (122.0–137.8 in)

The second generation Transit Custom was unveiled in September 2022, with production to commence atFord Otosanin 2023.[20]TheVolkswagen Transporter (T7)will be a rebadge of the second generation Transit Custom.[21]

On November 22, 2022, the passenger version, the Tourneo Custom, was revealed. Like the panel van, the MPV will be available in electric, plug-in hybrid and diesel versions, as well as the Active crossover variant.[22]

E-Transit Custom

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The E-Transit Custom is abattery-electricpanel vanvariant announced in March 2021 alongside the second-generation Transit Custom[20]and given its final name in May 2022. Key specifications include an estimated range of 263 mi (423 km) using theWLTPdriving cycle. Production of the E-Transit Custom is expected to begin in the second half of 2023 atFord Otosan.[23]The all-electric E-Transit Custom adds another drivetrain option to both the VW T7 Transporter and the Ford Transit Custom, which are expected to continue offering mild hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and diesel options.[24]

The 400 V traction battery of the E-Transit Custom uses the same pouch cells as theFord F-150 Lightning,with a total useable capacity of 74 kW-hr. The revised target range is 380 km (240 mi). Charging at rates of up to 125 kW (DC) or 11 kW (AC) are possible. The traction motor output power is either 100 or 160 kW (130 or 210 hp), depending on the purchaser's choice, with a peak output torque of 415 N⋅m (306 lbf⋅ft) for both variants.[25]

Maximum cargo volume ranges from 5.8 to 9.0 m3(200 to 320 cu ft) carrying a load of up to 1,100 kg (2,400 lb); the maximum length of cargo that can be accommodated is 3,450 mm (136 in). The van will be offered with either short or long wheelbase, and low or high roof.[25]

Safety

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Euro NCAPtest results
Ford Tourneo Custom 2.0 EcoBlue Titanium (LHD) (2024)[26]
Test Points %
Overall:
Adult occupant: 30.2 75%
Child occupant: 42.6 86%
Pedestrian: 48.6 77%
Safety assist: 9.7 53%

Awards

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Year Award Ref(s)
2013 International Van of the Year [27]
2019 What Van - Medium van of the year [28]
2018 Most Popular Medium Van [29]

References

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  11. ^Tarmo Riisenberg (April 4, 2019)."Ford Tourneo Custom changes into a plug-in hybrid".Autoleht.RetrievedApril 4,2019.
  12. ^Ford starts selling adventurous, little Transit Custom Nugget camper van,By C.C. Weiss, January 23, 2019.
  13. ^Ford Sells a Transit Camper Called the Nugget That’s Really Neat.
  14. ^"ADVENTUROUS TRANSIT CUSTOM NUGGET CAMPER NOW AVAILABLE DIRECT FROM FORD DEALERS IN SELECTED MARKETS".January 18, 2019.
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  18. ^"【 toàn thuận 】 giang linh phúc đặc _ toàn thuận giá cả _ toàn thuận báo giá _ hình ảnh _ ô tô nhà".car.autohome.cn.
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  23. ^Stafford, Eric (May 9, 2022)."Ford E-Transit Custom Is a New Electric Commercial Van For Europe".Car and Driver.RetrievedNovember 16,2022.
  24. ^Stopford, William (March 17, 2021)."Ford Transit Custom, Volkswagen Transporter gaining electric models".CarExpert Australia.RetrievedNovember 18,2022.
  25. ^ab"All-new, all-electric E-Transit Custom from Ford Pro is set to spark the EV revolution in Europe for small businesses"(Press release). Ford Media Center. September 8, 2022.RetrievedNovember 18,2022.
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  29. ^Petrie, Georgia (May 3, 2018)."Honest John Awards 2018: Ford Transit Custom claims Most Popular Medium Van".Honest John.RetrievedMay 26,2023.
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