Performance

The power to deliver a top quality job is the key to success in any business. So our comprehensive range of engines and transmissions, plus the choice of front, rear, or all-wheel drive have been developed to withstand the rigours of working life and to provide power just when you need it most.

Engines
Transmissions
Driving characteristics
Driving technology

Powerful and efficient

Our line-up of Duratorq TDCi diesel engines are designed to boost performance and efficiency. The latest common rail fuel-injection system helps shape a hard-working combination of horsepower and torque for superior load carrying and towing capability. An all new high-power 3.2-litre Duratorq TDCi 5-cylinder 200 PS diesel engine is the latest addition to the Ford Transit engine range. What’s more, thanks to the upgraded six-speed manual transmission and optional long-range fuel tank (103 litres) you have the ability to cover long distances with ease.

Diesel front-wheel drive (FWD)

2.2-litre Duratorq TDCi engine, available in three power and torque configurations:

85 PS/250 Nm
110 PS/285 Nm
140 PS/350 Nm

Diesel rear-wheel drive (RWD)

2.4-litre Duratorq TDCi engine, available in three power and torque configurations:

100 PS/285 Nm
115 PS/320 Nm
140 PS/375 Nm

3.2-litre Duratorq TDCi engine:

200 PS/470 Nm

Diesel all-wheel drive (AWD)

2.4-litre Duratorq TDCi engine:

140 PS/375 Nm

Choosing the right drive

There are advantages to each method of drive on a Transit. So to help you choose the right option, here are the advantages of each.

What does front-wheel drive (FWD) offer?

Lower load floor for easier loading and unloading
Larger load space
Outstanding manoeuvrability and driving feel
Better fuel economy and payload than equivalent rear-wheel-drive (RWD) models
Ideal choice for multi-drop delivery applications

What does rear-wheel drive (RWD) offer?

Traditional layout for heavier payloads
Ideal choice when towing

What does all-wheel drive (AWD) offer?

Ideally suited to more challenging road surfaces
Additional traction in difficult driving conditions, such as loose surfaces, mud or heavy snow
Increased vehicle competence on slippery or off-road surfaces

Specifications of transmissions available

FWD

Durashift 5-speed manual transmission (85 PS/115 PS TDCi diesel)
Durashift 6-speed manual transmission (140 PS TDCi diesel)

RWD

Durashift 5-speed manual transmission (100 PS TDCi without C-DPF/145 PS petrol)
Durashift 6-speed manual transmission (100 PS TDCi with C-DPF/115 PS TDCi/140 PS TDCi and 200 PS TCDi Duratorq diesel)

AWD

Durashift 6-speed manual transmission (140 PS TDCi Diesel)

Front-wheel drive

Rear-wheel drive

All-wheel drive

Outstanding dynamics

When you spend a lot of time in a vehicle, Transit’s outstanding dynamics help reduce your stress and tiredness levels. This has been achieved through careful component selection and engineering design. The steering is lighter and more responsive, making it easier to drive in congested towns or manoeuvre in tight parking spaces. The ride is also smoother, both laden or unladen, thanks to improved suspension balance.

Once on the move, the smooth acceleration through the rev range, regardless of load or driving conditions, will reduce driving effort. In addition, driver fatigue has been cut by making the cabin more car-like, by carefully reducing noise, vibration and harshness – whatever the road surface.

Driving safety

Four-wheel disc brakes with anti-lock braking system (ABS,) electronic brake-force distribution (EBD), which prevents rear-wheel lock-up, a Brake Traction Control System (BTCS), which stops wheelspin when pulling away, Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) with Emergency Brake Assist (EBA) - all ensure you can remain composed and in control in any situation.

Home Safe headlights

When you get out of your Transit at night, the lights are activated so they remain on for 30 seconds. An added bit of security that helps illuminate the way from your vehicle.

All-wheel drive (AWD)

This provides the driver with that extra bit of confidence just when it’s needed most on slippery surfaces, on or off-road. Our unique and innovative AWD diverts drive to the front wheels when grip is lost. This added traction complements the exemplary on-road performance (optional extra).