The 2024 Ford Transit Custom range opens at $55,990 before on-road costs, an increase of $5800 over the outgoing base model.
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The long-wheelbase version is $1000 more. Only one roof height is available for now.
UPDATE, 11/07/2024 –Ford has provided more information on the Transit Custom Sport, and confirmed it's due here in the fourth quarter of 2024. We've updated this article and pulled it forward.
UPDATE, 24/01/2024 –Ford has confirmed the new Transit Custom range will gain a Sport variant, with the Trend receiving additional options.
That includes the Sport, which gets a unique body kit, stripes and alloy wheels. It's now due in the fourth quarter of 2024, having previously confirmed for a third-quarter launch.
Trend models reached dealerships earlier this year.
While prices have increased significantly over the old model, there's more standard tech than before.
The old 8.0-inch screen is replaced with a significantly larger 13-inch unit, and Android Auto and Apple CarPlay can now be connected wirelessly.
A wireless phone charger is standard, as is – for the first time in a Ford in Australia – a 5G embedded modem.
The transmission shifter has been moved to the column and there's now an electric parking brake, allowing the driver to enter easily from either side and go into the back without incident.
Ford also says it has increased space up front by moving the front wheels and strut towers further forward, while the Transit Custom has a shorter front overhang and is lighter than its predecessor.
The new-generation model also boasts independent rear suspension for greater comfort, while braked towing capacity has been bumped 600kg to 2500kg.
The load floor is lower, and the Transit Custom will slide under the 2m barrier found in many parking lots. It's also easier to climb into the load compartment thanks to a new access step, and it's easier to see back there with the old halogen load bay lights replaced with 'ultra-bright' LEDs.
There's still a wide range of safety features, bolstered by a safe exit warning feature. There's also a new roof-mounted airbag for the front passenger, which allows the passenger to make use of dashboard storage large enough for a laptop.
Pricing
All prices exclude on-road costs.
Drivetrains
Efficiency
Ford claims combined cycle fuel economy of 8.0L/100km in the 2024 Transit Custom.
All models have a 70L fuel tank, and a 20L AdBlue tank.
Dimensions
The Trend and Sport SWB vans can fit three euro pallets, while the Trend LWB can fit four.
Braked towing capacity is 2500kg on all models.
Servicing and Warranty
Ford backs its vehicles with a five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty.
Servicing is required every 12 months or 30,000km, whichever comes first, with the first four services capped at $499 each.
Safety
The new-generation Ford Transit Custom has yet to be tested by ANCAP.
Standard safety equipment includes:
- Autonomous emergency braking with intersection assist
- Reverse AEB
- Adaptive cruise control
- Blind-spot assist
- Lane-keep assist
- Rear cross-traffic alert
- Safe exit warning
- Reversing camera with 180-degree view
Cargo vans get dual front, front-side and curtain airbags, while the Sport Double Cab also gets a far-side airbag.
Standard Equipment
The Transit Custom Trend SWB and LWB come standard with:
- 7.0-inch instrument cluster screen
- 13-inch touchscreen infotainment system
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- DAB+ digital radio
- Satellite navigation
- 5G embedded modem
- Wireless phone charger
- FordPass app connectivity
- 4-speaker sound system
- 8-way manual driver's seat with single armrest
- Heated front seats
- Leatherette-wrapped steering wheel
- Drive mode selection: Normal, Eco, Slippery and Tow/Haul
- Load Area Protection Kit
- Side and rear door protection
- Moulded load floor liner
- LED load bay lighting
- Metal bulkhead
- Kerbside sliding door
- Integrated roof racks
- Halogen headlights
- Rain-sensing wipers
- Quickclear heated windscreen
- Push-button start
The Sport adds:
- Body kit
- Unique grille
- Grey-finish alloy wheels
- Dual racing stripes
- Side decals
- Soft-close sliding doors
- 17-inch matte black alloy wheels
- Rear spoiler
- LED headlights with LED daytime running lights
- LED tail lights
- Dual driver armrests
- 10-way power driver's seat
- 2 x USB-C ports on driver-side upper dash
- 'Sports' trim with blue accent stripes
- Closeable upper glovebox with dual USB-C outlets
- Proximity entry
The Sport Double Cab adds:
- 8-way manually adjustable passenger seat
- Dual passenger armrests
- Second-row bench
- 2 x rear USB-C outlets
- Centre console with dual cupholders, retractable door
- Carpeted cabin floor
- Pop-out rear windows
- Moulded plastic bulkhead
Options
The following options are available on the Trend:
- Dual side load doors with no windows: $1000
- Secure Visibility Pack with steel rear doors, digital rear-view mirror with integrated dashcam, and windowless metal bulkhead: $1500
- Load Space Air Conditioning: $700
Colours
Frozen White is standard, with Agate Black, Magnetic and Moondust Silver a $700 option.
The Sport is also available in Grey Matter and Digital Aqua Blue.
You can also opt for one of 58 special-order colours for an extra $1400.
Content originally sourced from: CarExpert.com.au
