Video Summary
Here is the summary of the YouTube video review of the electric car:The Ford E-Transit Custom is designed to compete with other electric vans, and to take on the likes of the LDV eDeliver 7, Peugeot e-Expert, and Mercedes-Benz Vito electric. It is aimed at small to medium-sized businesses. The Chinese midsize vans start at around $65, the French one starts at around $80, and the German one starts at around $90; the reviewer estimates that the Ford E-Transit Custom would cost in the mid $70,000s. The exact pricing will be revealed closer to launch, but that will make it substantially cheaper than the bigger e-Transit. Only the long wheelbase E-Transit Custom in standard or high-roof specs will be sold. Pricing is subject to change. The pricing is likely to make it substantially cheaper than the much bigger E-Transit that launched here in late 2023. It has record-high Euro NCAP rating for a medium-size van.
Standard features include: adaptive cruise control, a heat pump for reduced battery drain, heated front seats, a reverse camera, a 13-inch touchscreen multimedia system using Ford's Sync 4 powered by a 5G modem, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and Alexa assistance. The Ford E-Transit has also earned a record-high Euro NCAP rating for a medium-sized van. There is an option to use an outlet to power tools but no bidirectional charging to power a home.
Some of the design and engineering features are that the E-Transit Custom has been completely redesigned and rides on an all-new platform. It is 13% more aerodynamic. The wheelbase has been stretched, but the roof has maintained a sub-2.1-meter height to fit into underground car parks. The floor is now lower for easier access, the apertures are wider, there is a battery pack for a lower center of gravity, and the rear suspension has an independent rear suspension system. Interior-wise, there is more room. There is a flattened floor so that occupants can easily exit to the other side. This was achieved due to the airbag location within the roof, creating more storage. Also, some versions have a steering wheel that can tilt down and create a flat surface for food or other items.
There are three powertrain choices in Europe: the regular diesel, a plug-in hybrid, and the all-electric model
The model being reviewed delivers 160kW power and 415Nm torque to the rear wheels via a single-speed auto. It has eco, normal, and sport modes, which are on an easy-to-use touchscreen display. The top speed is limited to 133km/h. A high capacity station charges from 10-80% in under 45 minutes.
The power from the e-motor comes via a 64kWh Nickel Cobalt Manganese battery pack; shrink-wrapped and low down to maintain the low floor. The WTLP range is 308km. Ford reckons that is four times the average daily mileage for van users in Europe. With a good independent rear suspension system. It is controlled and confident. It's responsive and sharp. Though some reviewers wanted a bit more one-pedal stopping. Servicing, they say, is every 2 years and can reduce costs by 40% over a diesel.
The reviewer concludes that with its great performance and excellent range it is the Tesla of electric vans.
