La Ford Transit It is the largest van that the American firm sells. In this latest generation, which hit the market in 2014, it is a overall model which is also marketed in the United States as a replacement for Ford E-Series (dates from the year 1953).
Technical characteristics Ford Transit
El Ford Transit it is offered in Spain with bodies van, passengers y cab chassis. The range is really wide, with different lengths and heights. As a result, the load capacity of the model (from floor to ceiling) varies from 6,3 cubic meters until the 15,1 meters in the van versions with maximum length and height.
In the versions intended for passengers (approved as a bus) it can include from 9 to 18 seats. Lastly, and unlike some rivals, some versions can incorporate on the rear axle twin wheel, in order to increase the volume of its load capacity.
Ford Transit mechanical range and gearboxes
In Spain the mechanical range of the Ford Transit is made up entirely of TDCi diesel engines, all of them 2.0 liter four cylinder. The powers are 105, 130 and 170 hp. There are versions of front, rear or all-wheel drive for all bodies of this van, except for the 4×4, which is not available on passenger models.
In the case of the version intended for passengers (approved as a bus) the only mechanics available is a diesel cycle TDCi, with four cylinders and 2.2 liters of displacement that delivers a maximum power of 125 and 155 CV respectively.
Equipment Ford Transit
The range of equipments of the Ford Transit in the Spanish market is structured around two versions called Environment y trend. Both finishes are not associated with all the bodywork possibilities that the model has, leaving some versions (those intended for professional use) limited to the elements of fullfilment of security requirements y comfort basic.
From the basic ending (Environment) has ABS and EBD brakes, stability and traction controls (ESP and TCS) and a air bag. In the most equipped versions (trend) can include things like a 5-inch screen infotainment system, governor and speed limiter or air conditioning.
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Ford Transit and its rivals
Main rivals against which the Ford Transit has to compete in the market are the Citroën Jumper, Mercedes Sprinter o Renault Master.
The Ford Transit of Km0 and second hand
El Ford Transit It is one of the best-known industrial vehicles with the best reputation in the second-hand and zero kilometer market. For this reason, we can find units in the first case with a mean of 300 thousand kilometers, from the year 2013 for about 5 thousand euros.
In the case of searching for units of kilometer zero, the offer is not very extensive, since it is a model that has multiple configuration possibilities. In any case, there are units one year old, with bus bodywork, an average of 3 thousand kilometers and mechanics 2.2 TDCi of 155 CV per 29 thousand euros.
Highlights
- Variety of bodies available
- Loading capacity
- Reliable mechanical range
Improvable Points
- Active driving aids
- Maneuverability
- Safety (has not been subjected to EuroNCAP impact tests)
Ford Transit prices
La price range of the Ford Transit that the firm recommends for the Spanish market starts at 16.500 euros for the version with Van H2 bodywork, 2.0 hp 105 TDCi engine and Ambiente finish. At the top is the version intended for bus with mechanics 2.2 liters of 155 CV that starts in the 27 thousand euros.
To these rates it is necessary to subtract the possible promotions that the firm applies each month. In addition, these prices may be influenced by the extras that are added or the possible tax deductions to which customers can avail.
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