Ford drive on with development of new Transit
The new Ford Transit which is on the way
The all-new Ford Transit Custom makes its global debut at the Birmingham CV Show this week. Representing a completely new generation of Ford one-tonne vehicles, the Transit Custom marks a major step in Ford’s commitment to refresh its entire commercial vehicle line-up by 2014.
With its bold new design, car-like interior and outstanding driving dynamics, this Transit is targeting an expanded share of the segment, appealing to a broad range of professionals, skilled tradesmen and small businesses.
The new model has lost none of the legendary Transit toughness and value, however, combining class-leading load-carrying ability, impressive durability and attractive cost-of-ownership – with best-in-class fuel economy.
The launch of this new range marks the start of a far-reaching transformation of Ford’s global commercial vehicle range. With more new models set to be revealed in the coming months, 2012 is destined to be a very exciting year for the company’s commercial vehicle business.
With a full range of van, kombi, and double-cab-in-van models, the dynamic new Transit Custom will go on sale later in 2012 in Europe as well as other global markets. The Transit Custom model will not be offered in North America.
Maximum load
In addition to offering maximum load volume which exceeds that of its closest competitors (6.0 cubic metres with full bulkhead fitted), the load area of the Transit Custom has been carefully optimised to offer more space and more convenience than any of its rivals.
Key features and innovations include - optimised bulkhead and loadspace design enables SWB model to carry three Euro pallets loaded to at least one metre high; load-through hatch in bulkhead enables loads up to three metres in length, such as pipes or ladders, to be safely carried inside the vehicle; class-leading width between wheelarches allows wide loads, such as 8 feet x 4 feet (2440mm x 1220mm) boards to be easily accommodated flat on the floor (or stored vertically if required); class-leading height and width of sliding side load doors for ease of loading; deployable integrated roof rack system seamlessly integrated into the roof, and can be deployed when required. When not in use, the cross bars can be quickly folded down, reducing drag and fuel consumption, as well as keeping the vehicle height under two metres (with the exception of the 330 series); repositioned tie-down hooks and fixing points located on the body sides, leaving the floor clear for easier loading and cleaning; easy clean load floor liner offers enhanced durability and simple cleaning.
To provide customers with a wide range of payload options from 600-1,400kg, Transit Custom is available with multiple GVM options.
Running costs
Low running costs start with the class-leading fuel economy, delivered by an improved version of Ford’s 2.2-litre Duratorq TDCi diesel engine. Available in 100PS, 125PS and 155PS power ratings, this torquey and responsive power unit now features Auto-Start-Stop as standard on Stage V vehicles, delivering combined fuel consumption of 6.6l100km (42.8mpg) and 174g/km CO2 emissions – a reduction of up to 8 per cent on the equivalent current Transit.
Key features including minimised maintenance and repair times, a 12-year anti-perforation warranty, and the longest service intervals in the class at two-years /50,000 km/30,000 miles.
Production of the new Transit Custom will start from mid-2012 at Ford’s plant in Kocaeli, Turkey, with market availability later in the year.
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