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FORD E-TRANSIT CUSTOM 320 L1 ELECTRIC AWD

160kW 71kWh H1 Van Trail Auto

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FORD E-TRANSIT CUSTOM 320 L1 ELECTRIC AWD 160kW 71kWh H1 Van Trail Auto

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Fuel Type
Fuel Type Electric
Range
Range 200 miles
Real World Estimate
Real World Estimate 170 miles
Transmission
Transmission Automatic
Top Speed
Top Speed 81mph

WLTP Combined Range/Economy achieved under standardised test conditions.

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An excess mileage charge will apply if you exceed the contracted mileage. The exact charge will be confirmed on the official quotation prior to your acceptance to proceed.

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  • Excess mileage charges will apply if you go over the stated contract mileage.
  • Vehicle damage charges may occur if the vehicle is returned outside BVRLA's Fair Wear and Tear guidelines.
  • All rentals are subject to the necessary finance acceptance criteria.
  • Prices shown are indicative and subject to change.
  • No ownership option is available on this lease.
  • Manufacturer’s maintenance schedule must be observed and additional charges may apply for failure to maintain servicing and any non fair wear and tear damage to the vehicle.
  • Quoted leadtimes are estimates based on information from the manufacturer and are subject to change. We will keep you up to date during the course of your order.
  • If you are ordering a Used Vehicle you acknowledge that some minor wear and tear or cosmetic damage may be present on the vehicle, such as small chips, scuffs, or scratches.

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Fuel Type
Fuel Type Electric
Range
Range 200 miles
Real World Estimate
Real World Estimate 170 miles
Transmission
Transmission Automatic
Top Speed
Top Speed 81mph

WLTP Combined Range/Economy achieved under standardised test conditions.

FORD TRANSIT CUSTOM Review

- Independent review from Car and Driving
  • Performance
    8
  • Handling
    8
  • Comfort
    7
  • Space
    8
  • Styling
    7
  • Build
    7
  • Value
    6
  • Equipment
    7
  • Economy
    8
  • Depreciation
    6
  • Insurance
    7
Not convinced by the current crop of mid-sized EV vans? You might be by this one, Ford's E-Transit Custom. Jonathan Crouch drives it.

Ten Second Review

Ford's E-Transit Custom aims to set new standards for what an all-electric mid-sized van can be. Quite simply, it's more thoroughly engineered than most of its segment rivals - and there are some clever features that you simply won't find anywhere else. In short, if you're needing a full-battery LCV of this size, you simply can't ignore this one.

Background

Could this be the most significant road test you'll view all year? Quite possibly. This is after all the very first all-electric version of Britain's best selling vehicle of any kind. Welcome to Ford's E-Transit Custom. If you're not convinced by the current crop of mid-sized EV vans, we think you might be by this one The significance of this model is difficult to over-state. There are more Ford Transits - and particularly Ford Transit Customs - on the road than any other van. Imagine the environmental impact of a growing proportion of them switching away from smoky diesel power, a change which starts right here and now with this battery-powered LCV. Unlike the larger '2 tonne'-series E-Transit model that we've already tried and quite liked, this E-Transit Custom isn't Ford's own work but the product of a shared project with LCV partner Volkswagen. The fruit of which has also been a mechanically identical EV version of the current generation Volkswagen Transporter. Ford also produces an E-Tourneo Custom passenger carrying MPV version of this model. But it's the E-Transit Custom panel van that's our focus here.

Driving Experience

The 136PS E-Transit Custom variant most will choose is capable of up to 204 miles between charges - which about matches the class standard, but no more. Inevitably, that figure takes a dive the more power you choose; the 218PS model manages up to 195 miles; and the top 285PS version can only manage 165 miles between charges. We've talked about the different power outputs you can have. Well they all share the same eager class-leading 415Nm torque figure, transmitted through the front wheels. There are five driving modes - 'Normal', 'Eco', 'Sport', 'Slippery' and 'Tow/Haul'. The power surge in 'Sport' is fun for a bit but you really don't need anything more than the restricted forward thrust of 'Eco' for regular day-to-day use. If you've driven a few of the latest mid-sized vans and you're taking the back road home in this one, it'll soon become clear that this is the best-handling van in the segment; body roll and traction are both top-notch for an LCV. But whether that'll be important enough to operators to pay the prices Ford is asking here is another question. They may be more interested to hear that this E-Transit Custom can tow up to 2.3-tonnes, considerably more than direct rivals. At a cruise, this LCV is wonderfully quiet, even for an EV. There's not quite as much steering feel as you might remember from the previous generation Transit Custom, but the helm's light feel makes this van very easy to drive in town, where the reasonably-tight turning circle is useful, 10.9m kerb-to-kerb in the L1 version or 12.1m in this L2. During urban driving, you'll notice that ride comfort is another thing about this Ford that's class-leading, which will be welcome across the pot holes and speed humps that are such a feature of city life these days. As for brake regen, well you can increase that with an 'L' button on the gear selector stalk; or there's a full '1-Pedal' setting in the centre screen menus that can very nearly bring the van to a standstill when you come off the throttle.

Design and Build

The E-Transit Custom gets its own unique front grille, which as on other variants is flanked by angular, slim LED headlamps which are topped by wrap-around daytime running lights. Ford talks about the 'rebalanced proportions' and 'confident stance' of this MK2 design, which become more obvious as you walk around it. Inside, the column-mounted shifter, electronic handbrake and 'squircle' steering wheel combine to help cross-cab access - a valuable feature for drivers who park in tight areas and want to avoid getting out into live traffic. Every E-Transit Custom is fitted with a 13inch landscape touchscreen angled towards the driver for ease of use, equipped with Ford's advanced SYNC 4 communication and infotainment system powered by a 5G modem for superfast connectivity to the Ford Pro tech stack. Ford has also introduced a segment-first roof-mounted airbag that enables dashboard storage large enough to take a laptop or A4 file. The brand's designers went to such lengths when considering how owners would use this Transit Custom that even the grains on materials used in the cabin and load area are designed to use textures that avoid trapping dirt and water, giving the best balance between offering a firm footing for wet or muddy boots and enabling heavy items to be slid in and out easily.  As van drivers often occupy the cabin alone, the heating and ventilation system has a new 'Driver Focus Mode' option that uses sensors to direct airflow only to occupied seats. An intelligent windscreen monitors temperature and humidity, and automatically makes small heat and airflow changes to proactively keep the windscreen clear for improved efficiency and ease of use. 

Market and Model

At the time of this review in Summer 2025, Ford was requiring you to put aside around £46,000 ex VAT as a price starting point for the E-Transit Custom in this panel van form. But that's before subtraction of the government's £5,000 Plug-in Van grant, so most customers will probably end up paying somewhere in the £40,000-£45,000 bracket once all's said and done. Which is about the same as Ford wants for the alternative PHEV Plug-in Hybrid version of this model. For reference, the next model up in the Transit line-up, the much larger E-Transit '2-tonne' model, was priced from around £63,000 as we compiled this review. We're focusing on the E-Transit Custom in its most usual panel van form here, but you can also get it in three other body styles; the Multicab (which gives you an innovative L-shaped bulkhead with two extra rear seats and doors each side); the Double Cab-in-Van (basically a crew van with a full-sized extra rear seating row); or the Kombi (which can carry up to eight passengers). And on the subject of passengers, there's also a more luxurious MPV version, the E-Tourneo Custom, which can also carry eight and, at the time of this review, was priced from around £61,000 including VAT. All E-Transit Custom models use the same 65kWh battery and this Ford is available in its volume 136PS motor form with either 'Trend' or plusher 'Limited' spec. Find just over £1,500 more with that 'Limited' spec and you can get the gutsier 218PS motor - which you have to have with the more eye-catchingly-trimmed 'Sport' model we tried - by which time you'll be spending just over £50,000 (ex-VAT and before grant deduction - at the time of filming). If you simply must have the ultimate E-Transit Custom, there's a top 'MS-RT' variant with 285PS, but that really is expensive, priced as we filmed at just over £62,000, ex VAT before grant deduction. As with all the brand's LCVs, the E-Transit Custom is being sold by 'Ford Pro', the Blue Oval brand's commercial vehicle division and there's a choice of short or long wheelbase body shapes.

Practicalities and Costs

There are two body lengths (L1 and this L2) and two roof heights (the H1 version or H2). The door aperture height is 1,314mm on the H1 version and 1,814mm on H2 variants. Right, what about the cargo area? Well the L1 panel van body shape offers a maximum load length of 2,602mm. The L2 variant extends that to 3,002mm. With the load-through bulkhead in use that's standard on most models (though absent here), that load length figure's extended to 3,050mm with the L1 and 3,450mm with the L2. On all variants, the cargo area width is 1,777mm, narrowing to 1,392mm between the wheel arches. Unlike with most other vans in this segment, if the conventional H1 roof height isn't enough, you can also specify a taller roof height - H2. That means a cargo volume that can be anywhere between 5.8m3 and 9.0m3 depending on your body shape of choice. This being an EV, you might worry that potential payload will fall over the diesel version; actually, the maximum gross payload of 1,056kg is only351kg down on the best you'll get from an EcoBlue diesel variant. You can take up to 170kg on the roof. A class-leadingly wide side load door aperture enhances loading, and an integrated access step makes climbing up to the load compartment easier. The E-Transit Custom supports DC fast charging up to 125kW for a 15-80 per cent recharge in 41 minutes. A clever charge profile front-loads the energy to enable quick, useful top-ups; and the system delivers almost 24 miles of range in just 5 minutes using a 125kW DC charger. As for AC battery replenishment, well the E-Transit Custom's 11kW AC three-phase onboard charger is capable of fully recharging the battery in 7.8 hours, so customers will be able recharge overnight after a shift. AC charging via a 7.4kW wallbox obviously takes much longer - around 10 hours from empty to full.

Summary

The E-Transit Custom represents the next generation of mid-sized full-electric vans and as such, makes most of its more familiar competitors look distinctly out of date. A little disappointingly, there aren't huge gains in EV driving range compared to the class norm, but this Ford drives a whole lot better than its rivals and also delivers whole series of clever ideas that will make running an LCV of this kind easier. We particularly like the 'Ford Pro Charging' software to help with scheduling cheaper charging, the tilting steering wheel, the clever 'Delivery Assist' feature, the 'Power on Board' work tools-powering package and the Multicab version's unusual 'L-Shaped Bulkhead' design. Given the continuing wave of demand for vans of this size, fuelled by the British public's insatiable desire for home delivery, for sales success this Ford probably didn't need to be as good as it's ended up being. But impressive it is, the only potential issue being pricing - which could make some operators think twice and which will need to be alleviated by competitive finance rates. If we were considering an electrified Transit Custom, we'd also want to take into account that this model comes in a PHEV Plug-in Hybrid form - a model that on longer journeys won't leave you at the mercy of the UK's currently rather flaky public charging network. But if a full-EV mid-sized van it has to be, then right now, this one's the standard-setter in its class.
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Standard Equipment

Technical Data

Options

Charging info

Driver Convenience

  • 13" Touchscreen
  • 5G embedded modem
  • AECS NO SMS/Roll Detect 2G
  • PAS
  • Tyre pressure monitor

Entertainment

  • SYNC 4 - Android Auto/Apple Car Play,advance speech recognition,over the air update capability

Exterior Features

  • Automatic headlights
  • Automatic windscreen wipers
  • Coast-to-coast light bar
  • Daytime running lights
  • Electric front windows with one touch facility for driver and front passenger
  • Front mud flaps
  • Front splash guards
  • Gloss black door mirrors
  • LED tail lamps
  • Low roof line
  • Part body colour front bumper
  • Quickclear front window defroster
  • Rear cargo hinged door
  • Rear mud flaps
  • Rear splash guards
  • Signature BEV Grille
  • Trailer sway control

Interior Features

  • 6 Load compartment tie down loops
  • Courtesy light
  • Heat pump
  • Interior grab handle with driver's sunglasses holder
  • LED lights
  • Locking glove box lid
  • Sensico gearshift knob

Security

  • 2 remote keys
  • Alcohol Interlock wiring preparation pack
  • Locking wheel lug nut
  • Thatcham category 1 alarm

Technical

  • ABS
  • ESP
  • Hill launch assist
  • Traction control
  • Vapor injected heater

Wheels

  • Signature BEV Full wheel covers
  • Temporary spare wheel

Electric Vehicle Data

  • Battery Capacity % guaranteed under warranty
    70
  • Battery Capacity in kWh
    71
  • Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Charge Time (Mins)
    402
  • Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Percentage Change
    10-80
  • Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Power Supply - kW
    7.4
  • Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Charge Time (Mins)
    280
  • Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Percentage Change
    10-80
  • Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Power Supply - kW
    11
  • Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Charge Time (Mins)
    29
  • Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Percentage Change
    10-80
  • Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Power Supply - kW
    125
  • Battery Charging Scenario 4 - Charge Time (Mins)
    Not Available
  • Battery Charging Scenario 4 - Percentage Change
    Not Available
  • Battery Charging Scenario 4 - Power Supply - kW
    Not Available
  • Battery Leased
    No
  • Battery Type
    Lithium-ion
  • Charging Port Location
    Front
  • Coupler/Connector Type
    CCS Type 2
  • Maximum Charging Rate - kW
    125
  • Standard manufacturers Battery warranty - Mileage
    100000
  • Standard manufacturers Battery warranty - Years
    8
  • Usable Battery Capacity
    71
  • WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Comb
    25.9
  • WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Comb
    2.4
  • WLTP - Pure Electric Range (km) - City
    459
  • WLTP - Pure Electric Range (km) - Comb
    323
  • WLTP - Pure Electric Range (miles) - City
    285
  • WLTP - Pure Electric Range (miles) - Comb
    201

Emissions - ICE

  • CO
    Not Available
  • CO2
    0
  • HC
    Not Available
  • HC+NOx
    Not Available
  • Noise Level dB(A)
    Not Available
  • NOx
    Not Available
  • Particles
    Not Available
  • Standard Emissions
    Not Available

Engine and Drive Train

  • Automatic Transmission
    Yes
  • Bore
    Not Available
  • Catalytic Convertor
    Not Available
  • CC
    1
  • Compression Ratio
    Not Available
  • Cooling System
    Not Available
  • Cylinder Layout
    Not Available
  • Cylinders
    Not Available
  • Engine Codes
    Not Available
  • Engine Layout
    Not Available
  • Engine Make
    Not Available
  • Fuel Delivery
    Not Available
  • Fuel Type
    Not Available
  • Gears
    1 SPEED
  • Manual Transmission
    No
  • Number of Valves
    Not Available
  • Stroke
    Not Available
  • Valve gear
    Not Available

Fuel Consumption - ICE

  • EC
    Not Available
  • EC Combined
    Not Available
  • EC Extra Urban
    Not Available
  • EC Urban
    Not Available

General

  • Alternative Fuel Qualifying
    Yes
  • Did at least one aspect of this vehicles safety give cause for concern?
    No
  • Badge Engine CC
  • Badge Power
    218
  • Based On ID
    Not Available
  • Battery Volts
    12
  • Chassis Engine Number
    Not Available
  • Coin Description
    Not Available
  • Coin Gross Vehicle Weight Code
    Not Available
  • Coin Power Output Code
    Not Available
  • Coin Series
    Not Available
  • Coin Wheelbase Description Code
    Not Available
  • Coin Wheelbase Name Code
    Not Available
  • Generation Mark
    2
  • Ghost model for valuation purposes
    No
  • Insurance Group 1
    Not Available
  • Insurance Group 2
    Not Available
  • Manufacturers Corrosion Perforation Guarantee - Years
    12
  • Manufacturers Paintwork Guarantee - Years
    3
  • NCAP Adult Occupant Protection %
    Not Available
  • NCAP Child Occupant Protection %
    Not Available
  • NCAP Front/Side Impact - Discontinued February 09
    Not Available
  • NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09
    Not Available
  • NCAP Overall Rating - LCV
    5 Star
  • NCAP Pedestrian - Discontinued February 09
    Not Available
  • NCAP Pedestrian Protection %
    Not Available
  • NCAP Safety Assist %
    Not Available
  • Relative Height
    H1
  • Relative Length
    L1
  • Running Cost League Headings
    MEDIUM
  • Service Interval Frequency - Months
    24
  • Service Interval Mileage
    999999
  • Special Edition
    No
  • Special Order
    No
  • Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage
    100000
  • Standard manufacturers warranty - Years
    3
  • Vehicle Homologation Class
    N1
  • Vin/Frame No.
    Not Available

Performance

  • 0 to 62 mph (secs)
    8.6
  • BHP
    218
  • Engine Power KW
    160
  • Engine Power RPM
    5700
  • Engine Torque LBS.FT
    465
  • Engine Torque MKG
    64.2
  • Engine Torque NM
    630
  • Top Speed
    81

Test Cycles

  • Emissions Test Cycle
    WLTP
  • RDE Certification Level
    Not Available

Tyres

  • Alloys?
    Yes
  • Automatic Clutch
    Yes
  • Plated 3rd Axle
    Not Available
  • Plated 4th Axle
    Not Available
  • Space Saver?
    No
  • Tyre Make
    Not Available
  • Tyre Size Front
    215/65 R16
  • Tyre Size Rear
    215/65 R16
  • Tyre Size Spare
    TYRE REPAIR KIT
  • Wheel Style
    Not Available
  • Wheel Type
    16" ALLOY

Vehicle Dimensions

  • Height
    1968
  • Height (including roof rails)
    Not Available
  • Length
    5050
  • Load Deck Height
    593
  • Load Height
    1322
  • Load Length
    2602
  • Load Space Width Between Wheel Arches
    1392
  • Load Width
    1777
  • Lower Rear Door Width
    1400
  • Rear Door Height
    1314
  • Side Load Door Height
    1301
  • Side Load Door Width
    1030
  • Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb
    10.9
  • Turning Circle - Wall to Wall
    11.6
  • Upper Rear Door Width
    1400
  • Wheelbase
    3100
  • Width (excluding mirrors)
    2032
  • Width (including mirrors)
    2275

Weight and Capacities

  • Boot Capacity Saloons
    Not Available
  • Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)
    Not Available
  • Gross Train Weight
    5350
  • Gross Vehicle Weight
    3225
  • Load Space Volume
    5.8
  • Luggage Capacity (Seats Down)
    Not Available
  • Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)
    Not Available
  • Luggage Capacity - 2nd Row Seats Removed
    Not Available
  • Luggage Capacity - 2nd Row Seats Up
    Not Available
  • Luggage Capacity - 3rd Row Seats Down
    Not Available
  • Luggage Capacity - 3rd Row Seats Removed
    Not Available
  • Luggage Capacity - 3rd Row Seats Up
    Not Available
  • Max. Roof Load
    170
  • Max. Towing Weight - Braked
    2300
  • Max. Towing Weight - Unbraked
    750
  • Minimum Kerbweight
    2371
  • No. of Seats
    3
  • Payload
    854
  • Plated 2nd Axle
    2000
  • Plated Front Axle
    1650

Driver Convenience

Entertainment

Exterior Features

Interior Features

Packs

Paintwork

Passive Safety

Security

Technical

Trim

Wheels

Charging Speeds

10h 8min

Home

7kW Charger

1h 25min

Fast

50kW Charger

0h 42min

Rapid

100kW Charger

0h 28min

Ultra-Rapid

150kW Charger

Our Customer Ratings

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