For a few years the minivan market has changed. Although Ford is still reluctant to eliminate classic models such as the Ford S-Max and Ford Galaxy, has not succumbed in the effort to create new large family vehicles. The Ford Tourneo Custom has a hard-working origin, but thanks to a series of changes it becomes an ideal tourism for large families.
When we talk about family cars we talk about many types of solutions and models, but in this case we do it in the largest format. The Tourneo Custom is born from the body of the Ford Transit, one of the most famous and well-known industrial vans on the market. However, thanks to various modifications it is capable of becoming a passenger car.
These types of changes are being applied to many similar models. Models that have their origin in the commercial branch but that are also presented as multipurpose vehicles for passenger transport. In recent years the market for the great MVPs has grown a lot, and today it is a very competitive segment. Although for sales the Ford Tourneo Custom is not the most popular.
Technical characteristics of the Ford Tourneo Custom
As we have already said, the Ford Tourneo Custom derives from the Transit. It rests on the same platform as the industrial model, but uses the conventional bodywork with slight modifications. Following the market trend, Ford markets the model with two different lengths in order to further open the range of potential customers.
On the one hand, we have the short wheelbase Tourneo Custom, the smallest unit in the family, its measurements are: 4,97 meters long, 1,99 meters wide and 1,98 meters high for a wheelbase of 2,93 meters. As expected, the long wheelbase unit extends the measurements: 5,34 meters long, 1,99 meters wide and 1,98 meters high for a total wheelbase of 3,3 meters.
The different size allows us to have different cargo sizes for the same number of passengers. The two bodies can carry a maximum of eight passengers in a completely versatile interior. The difference lies in the load capacity. 922 liters of minimum volume for the short wheelbase Tourneo Custom and 1.447 liters of minimum capacity for the Long Wheelbase Tourneo.
Mechanical range and gearboxes of the Ford Tourneo Custom
New times demand new solutions. The increasingly restrictive anti-pollution regulations force brands to introduce inappropriate mechanical schemes, or rarely seen, in segments that have always abused traditional mechanics. The range is mainly based on diesel engines, but we also find units conventional hybrids and also plug-in hybrids.
In the diesel branch we have a single engine that is capable of squeezing two different powers. A two-liter TDCi block delivering a minimum of 106 horsepower, only for the short wheelbase version, and a 185 horsepower maximum, this time it is available for both lengths. Two very valid options, although somewhat short on power, which are no match for the most modern mechanics. The traction is front, and the management can be entrusted to a manual gearbox with six speeds or an automatic with the same number of relations.
These mechanics are accompanied by electrification. The hybrid Ford Tourneo Custom It has a four-cylinder, two-liter diesel block that, accompanied by an electric motor and a lithium-ion battery, develops a maximum of 185 horsepower. He plug-in hybrid For its part, it enjoys a motor of three EcoBoost cylinders, an electric motor and a 13,6 kWh capacity battery. All together it develops 126 horses and an electric range of 50 kilometers.
Ford Equipment Custom Tourneo
Soul of industrial but character of tourism. Being a vehicle designed for social use, the equipment and finishes are better than those found in a cargo van. The materials are of higher quality, as is an internal insulation that limits the exterior and engine noise. All this so that the sensation of comfort is the usual one of a car.
The range of the Ford Tourneo Custom is not only staggered in the mechanics, it also does so in the equipment. Distribution takes place in four finishes: Trend, Sport, Titanium and Active. The latter introduces differentiating aesthetic features that give it an SUV touch, such as black plastic wheel arches. The rest of the finishes also slightly modify their appearance, going from a more sober style to a more attractive one with a greater number of chrome elements.
As far as equipment is concerned, we must abandon the typical industrial Spartan concept. Being a tourism integrates many typical solutions of these, and thanks to it we can find details such as: WiFi, navigation system, SYNC3 infotainment with eight-inch touch screen, connectivity for mobile devices, climate control, rear camera, and many more solutions designed for better versatility. Without forgetting an outstanding team of driving assistants.
The Ford Tourneo Custom on video
The Ford Tourneo Custom according to Euro NCAP
El Ford Tourneo Custom It is the first model in its market segment to achieve five stars in the impact tests it performs. EuroNCAP. Some ratings are really outstanding, like the protection for adult and child occupants in the event of an accident, with 84 and 90 percent respectively. As to active aids to driving he obtained a remarkable 71 percent of protection. Where it did not achieve a good score is in the case of running over pedestrians, since it had to settle for a fair 48 percent.
The Ford Tourneo Custom of Km 0 and second hand
In the used and kilometer zero markets there is not a high number of units of the Ford Tourneo Custom. In the first case we can access units with more than 150 thousand kilometers and seven years old for a price that ranges between 13 and 17 thousand euros, depending on the power of the 2.2 TDCi block, 125 or 155 horses. In its favor is the fact that most of the units have high finishes.
If we look for units of kilometer zero the layout of units is smaller. The offer is limited since dealers do not accumulate many units in stock. The offer focuses on last year models with updated mechanics. Prices are attractive, with significant discounts compared to factory new units. The average price is between 32 and 37 thousand euros depending on the mechanics and the available finish.
Rivals of the Ford Tourneo Custom
In recent years the minivan segment has become very polarized. Traditional formats are in the doldrums and the supply and demand for larger sizes is growing more and more. The market has seen the appearance of hitherto non-existent models. That has made the rivals of the Tourneo Custom have multiplied. The most important are: Mercedes V Class, Volkswagen caravelle, Peugeot Traveler, Citroen SpaceTourer, Opel Zafira Life y Toyota proace, among other. All of them are rivals for size and format, although for price the Ford is positioned in a general segment.
Highlight
- Security
- indoor versatility
- efficient mechanics
To improve
- limited power
- Without extra long body
- Without rear air conditioning
Ford Tourneo Custom prices
We come to the prices section and we must highlight the attractive budget offered by the Tourneo Custom. It is one of the most accessible in the segment. The starting price of the Ford Tourneo Custom is 30.625 euros for the short battle unit. The price of the long unit rises to a minimum of 32.591 euros. In both cases, the models are associated with the Trend finish, although with different powers; 106 horsepower for the short body and 131 horsepower for the long body. The advertised prices do not include offers or promotions.
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