Ford Transit
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The Ford Transit is a family of light commercial vehicles manufactured by the Ford Motor Company since 1965, primarily as a cargo van, but also available in other configurations including a large passenger van (marketed as the Ford Tourneo in some markets since 1995), cutaway van chassis, and a pickup truck. The vehicle is also known as the Ford T-Series (T-150, T-250, T-350), a nomenclature shared with Ford's other light commercial vehicles, the Ford F-Series trucks, and the Ford E-Series chassis. As of 2015[update], 8 million Transit vans have been sold, making it the third best-selling van of all time[1] and has been produced across four basic platform generations (debuting in 1965, 1986, 2000, and 2013 respectively), with various "facelift" versions of each.
The first product of the merged Ford of Europe, the Transit was originally marketed in Western Europe and Australia. By the end of the twentieth century, it was marketed nearly globally with the exception of North America until 2013 when it replaced the Ford E-Series van. Upon its introduction in North America, the Transit quickly became the best-selling van of any type in the United States, minivan sales included.[2]
That mirrors the success the Transit has achieved in Europe, where it has been the best-selling light commercial vehicle for forty years, and in some countries the term "Transit" has passed into common usage as a generic trademark applying to any light commercial van in the Transit's size bracket.[3][4]
Taunus Transit (1953)
Ford Taunus Transit | |
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Transmission | 4-speed manual |
Predecessor of the British and German-built Transit, the first production Ford to wear the "Transit" badge was a van built in Ford's
Brief historical view
On May 9, 1945, the day after the
At that time neither Ford of Britain nor Ford Werke AG were 100% subsidiaries of Ford Motor Company in Detroit; before the Second World War each company had its own more or less protected market. After the war, several economical boundaries were abolished and local markets did not exist anymore in the same way that they existed before. With this, Ford of Britain and Ford-Werke AG suddenly became more competitive on the whole European Continent than local market subsidiaries of their parent company in Detroit.
Production of light commercial vehicles began in late 1948, when 148 half-ton delivery vehicles were built..
As usual in the
Due to continental European habits, the original series and model designations "FK" and Taunus mutated into real brands, each with its own emblem and different models, comparable with
In 1961, Ford discontinued the entire truck production in Germany and took the FK brand off the market, due to serious defects and therefore strongly decreasing demand.[
From 1957 onwards, with the launch of the
For this reason, such a situation with internal competition and parallel developments was very unsatisfactory for the Ford headquarters in Detroit. The aim was to not only standardize the vehicle production (world car), but also merge the company structures in Europe. Under parent's dictate, Ford of Britain and Ford-Werke AG started the "Redcap-Project" in the commercial vehicle sector in 1963, from which the Ford Transit was launched in 1965, based on a new unified platform.
Two years later in 1967, Ford of Britain and Ford-Werke AG merged to Ford of Europe with the headquarters in Cologne, Germany. The brand Taunus was taken off the market. Ford forced the standardization of platforms and even model-names overall European market under the Ford brand and logo. After the Ford Transit in 1965, a second unified platform (Ford Escort) was launched in 1967. With the discontinuation of the Ford Zephyr (British) and Ford P7 (German) 1972 all Ford platforms for the European market are unified. Since 1994 (discontinuation of the Ford Granada name) even the Ford model-names are the same for the European market.
Naming system
The German vehicle was not widely exported, and the "Mark 1" tag has commonly been applied, retrospectively, to the 1965 to 1978 pan-European model (see below). Whilst there have only been four basic platforms since 1965, the various facelifts and upgrades over the years have been referred to using a conflicting range of "Mark" numbers, with some sources counting a facelift as a new "Mark", some not. Ford's own historical look back at Transit production, published for the launch of the 1994 model, avoids the issue by referring to generations of Transit by years produced.[6] This article attempts to make mention of all the common naming systems.
First generation (1965)
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Engine | petrol |
The first generation Transit, or the Transit Mark I in the United Kingdom,[11] was introduced in October 1965, taking over directly from the Thames 400E. This generation had the longest production run of any Transit to date, staying largely unaltered for 12 years until the major update of 1977, with only one minor facelift for the 1971 model year, which saw updated front end styling on the V4 engined models (the 'pig snout' diesel/V6 models remained unchanged), and the introduction of a safety padded dashboard.
Overall production of this platform therefore lasted for over 20 years before finally being replaced by the all-new VE6 platform in 1986.
The van was produced initially at Ford's
Transits were also produced in Ford's Genk factory in Belgium and also Turkey. Transits were produced in Amsterdam for the local market from the mid-1970s until the end of 1981. This factory had ample capacity, since the Ford Transcontinental produced there had little success (total production 8000 in 6 years). Although the Transit sold well in the Netherlands, it was not enough to save the factory, which closed in December 1981.
The Transit was introduced to replace the
The Transit was a departure from the European commercial vehicles of the day with its American-inspired styling—its broad track gave it a huge advantage in carrying capacity over comparable vehicles of the day. Most of the Transit's mechanical components were adapted from Ford's car range of the time. Another key to the Transit's success was the sheer number of different body styles: panel vans in long and short wheelbase forms, pick-up truck, minibuses, crew-cabs to name but a few.
The engines used in the UK were the
The Metropolitan Police reported on this vehicle in 1972 via a Scotland Yard spokesman that "Ford Transits are used in 95 per cent of bank raids. With the performance of a car, and space for 1.75 tonnes of loot, the Transit is proving to be the perfect getaway vehicle", describing it as "Britain's most wanted van".[4][14][15]
The adoption of a front beam axle in place of a system incorporating independent front suspension that had featured on its UK predecessor might have been seen as a backward step by some, but on the road commentators felt that the Transit's wider track and longer wheelbase more than compensated for the apparent step backwards represented by Ford's suspension choices.[13] Drivers appreciated the elimination of the excessive noise, smell and cabin heat that resulted from placing the driver above or adjacent to the engine compartment in the Thames 400E and other forward control light vans of the 1950s and early 1960s.[13]
The Transit was also assembled in South Africa between 1967 and 1974, the last Transit to be sold in that country until 2013, when a fully imported model was introduced.[16]
Facelift (1977)
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Wheelbase | SWB: 2,690 mm (105.9 in) LWB: 3,000 mm (118.1 in) |
In August 1977, a facelifted version—codenamed within Ford as the "Transit 1978+1⁄2"—but usually referred to as the Transit Mark II,
In 1984, the York diesel engine was redesigned into the 2.5 L "DI" (direct injection) unit. At this time this generation received a minor facelift including a grey plastic front grille with integrated headlamp surrounds, wraparound indicators, longer bumper end caps and multifunction rear lights incorporating fog, indicator, reversing and side lights for the panel van. This facelift did not commonly result in a new "Mark" number.
The Mark II was available in 6 body styles: Van, Kombi, Chassis Cab, Parcel Van, Bus and Crewbus all available in short-wheelbase (2690 mm) and long-wheelbase (3000 mm) versions. A selection of 5 engines was available: 1.6-litre OHC Petrol, 1.6-litre OHV Petrol (Kent), 2.0-litre OHC Petrol, 2.0-litre OHC Petrol (Economy) and 2.4-litre Diesel. On top of this were 32 door combinations, 6 axle ratios and options for 12 – 17 interior seats. All of these were available in any combination when purchased with Ford's highly customizable custom plan. At the time this gave the business sector an unprecedented amount of flexibility, which was a major factor in the vehicles' ultimate success.[20]
In 1981, for mainland European market only, the Transit Clubmobil was introduced by the Hymer company. This was fitted with a 1.6 / 2.0 OHC engine, and featured a custom interior – captain style swivel seats in velour, pile carpet, motorsport steering wheel, unique Ronal 14" alloy wheels, unique side windows, folding back seat, luggage box, unique front spoiler, tinted glass, power assisted steering, spare wheel carrier and rear door ladder. In 3 years of production 150 were produced and less than 20 are thought to still exist.
In late 1982, the well-equipped Transit Ghia was introduced to some markets, only as a nine-seater bus. This offered a velour interior, full carpeting, tinted windows, and sunroof. Externally it can be identified by chrome dog-dish hubcaps and extra lamps in the grille.[21]
In 1982, a four-wheel drive version was added to the German market, called the SIRA-Ford Transit. This was developed together with Rau GmbH, a Ford dealer in Stuttgart.[22] "SIRA" combines "Sinpar" and "Rau" because Rau was the agent for French four-wheel-drive specialist Sinpar in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. The SIRA Transit used a Sinpar transfer case and other parts, and was available with the 2-liter petrol four or the 2.4-liter Diesel, on either wheelbase.[23] The 4x4 Transit was later offered in other markets as well.
Second generation (1986)
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Predecessor | Ford A series (for LWB variants) |
Pre-facelift (1986)
Codenamed VE6, the second generation Transit platform appeared in January 1986 and was notable for its all-new bodyshell which was of "one-box" design (i.e. the windscreen and bonnet are at close to the same angle), and the front suspension was changed to a fully independent configuration on SWB versions. Initially fitted with Chubb AVA locks, Tibbe barrels were fitted soon after. The engine range was carried over largely unchanged from the last of the 1978–1985 Mk.1 facelift model, although in 1989 the high-performance 3.0 Essex
A subtle facelift in 1992 saw the fully independent front suspension adopted across the range, whilst a redesigned floor plan allowed the use of single, rather than paired, rear wheels on the LWB derivative, further increasing payload—these models are identifiable by the slightly more rounded front headlamps. In Australia, the third generation Transit did not go on sale until March 1994, after a 13-year absence from that market.
Facelift (1994)
A major facelift to the Transit in 1994 gave the Transit a new nose and
In 1994, a campervan conversion produced by Auto-Sleepers converted in Willersey, Gloucestershire, known as the Auto-Sleepers Duetto was available. It was available with the high-top roof.[32]
The naturally aspirated engines came in 70 PS (51 kW), 76 PS (56 kW)
The turbo diesel version came in 85 PS (63 kW), 100 PS (74 kW) and in 1998 a 115 PS (85 kW)
Intercooled version became available, All turbodiesels had an electronic fuel injection pump made by Lucas
For the 30th anniversary of the Transit in 1995 Ford released a limited edition model called the Transit Hallmark. Six hundred were made and were available in three colours with 200 being made in each.
In Europe the VE83 Transit was available up to 2000, but in Vietnam it was built up to 2003 when it was exchanged in June for the new generation.[27]
Third generation (2000)
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Pre-facelift (2000)
The Transit,
This version won the International Van of the Year 2001.
The
2002 saw the introduction of the first High Pressure Common Rail diesel engine in the Transit, with the launch of the 125 PS (92 kW) HPCR 2.0-litre in the FWD. Production of the van started at the new Ford-Otosan plant in Kocaeli, Turkey which saw the end of all production at the Genk, Belgium plant which had been producing Transits since 1965. This coincided with the introduction of the Transit Connect (also produced in Kocaeli), a smaller panel van based on the C170 (Focus) platform and aimed at replacing the older Escort and Fiesta based models. Despite the name, the Connect has no engineering commonality with the full-size Transit.
2003 saw a new instrument cluster with a digital odometer.
2004 saw the launch of the first RWD HPCR, the 135 PS (99 kW) 2.4-litre variant that also introduced the 6-speed MT-82 RWD
The five millionth Transit rolled off the Southampton line on Monday, July 18, 2005, and was donated to an English charity.
Facelift (2006)
The third-generation Transit received a facelift to the body, introduced in July 2006, including new front and rear lights, a new front end and a new interior featuring the
Mid-2006 saw the launch of the "Sport Van", a production van featuring the 130 PS (96 kW) engine with additional styling parts, "Le Mans" stripes and 18-inch alloy wheels.
Late-2007 saw the launch of the 140 PS (103 kW) engine for front-wheel-drives (replacing the 130 PS) complete with the VMT6 6-speed manual transaxle to cope with the extra power.
The 6-speed transaxle was introduced on the mid-power FWD in late 2008 when the 110 PS (81 kW) engine was upped to 115 PS (85 kW).
In late 2008, the "coated Diesel Particulate Filter" (cDPF)—designed to meet higher emission standards than the current Euro IV requirement—was introduced as an option on all diesel engines. Production ended in 2013, with the Southampton plant closing down making this generation the last of the British built Transits, but returned in China in two modified forms.
Engines
- 2.2 L Diesel, 63 kW (86 PS); 2006–2014
- 2.2 L Diesel, 81 kW (110 PS); 2006–2008
- 2.2 L Diesel, 85 kW (116 PS); 2008–2014
- 2.2 L Diesel, 96 kW (131 PS); 2006–2007
- 2.2 L Diesel, 103 kW (140 PS); 2007–2014
- 2.4 L Diesel, 74 kW (101 PS); 2006–2014
- 2.4 L Diesel, 85 kW (116 PS); 2006–2014
- 2.4 L Diesel, 103 kW (140 PS); 2006–2014
- 3.2 L Diesel, 147 kW (200 PS); 2007–2014
- 2.3 L Petrol, 107 kW (145 PS); 2006–2014
Fourth generation (2014)
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Li-ion High-Voltage Battery (EV) | |
Plug-in charging | V2L: 2.4 kW (EV) |
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Wheelbase | Cargo & passenger van 129.9 in (3,300 mm) (regular)[42] 147.6 in (3,750 mm) (long)[42] Cab chassis & cutaway 138.0 in (3,505 mm) (short)[43] 155.7 in (3,955 mm) (regular)[43] 178.0 in (4,520 mm) (long)[43] |
Length | 217.8–266.1 in (5,532.1–6,758.9 mm)[42][43] |
Width | 80.8–83.7 in (2,052.3–2,126.0 mm)[42][43] |
Height | 82.2–120.1 in (2,087.9–3,050.5 mm)[42][43] |
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Predecessor | Ford E-Series (North America) |
The fourth-generation Transit was launched in January 2013 at the 2013 North American (Detroit) International Auto Show.[44] In contrast to the previous generation developed in the United States (but never sold there), the fourth-generation Transit was co-designed by Ford of Europe and Ford in North America. After entering production for worldwide sale in 2013, the Transit entered sale in North America in 2014 as an early 2015 model.
The fourth-generation Transit was the first version to be offered for sale in the United States and Canada, replacing the E-Series passenger cargo and passenger van (the E-Series remains in production as a cutaway/chassis cab). While produced since 1965 (nearly as long as the Mustang), previous generations of the Transit were excluded from North America to avoid model overlap with the Econoline/E-Series.
The introduction of the fourth generation saw a transition of the Transit nameplate into a commercially oriented sub-brand of Ford. To supplement its namesake vehicle and the Transit Connect MPV, Ford spun off the previous front-wheel drive Transit into its own model line, the Transit Custom (sized between the Transit Connect and Transit), with the Fiesta-based Transit Courier introduced in 2014 as the smallest model of the product range. The namesake of the model line, the fourth-generation Transit is marketed against the Chevrolet Express/GMC Savana, Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, Fiat Ducato (and its variants), and the Volkswagen Crafter in markets worldwide.
Chassis
The fourth-generation Transit is offered in a rear-wheel drive powertrain layout; the front-wheel drive version of the previous generation has been replaced by the Transit Custom. The Transit van is offered in two wheelbases (129.9 inches and 147.6 inches[45]) while the chassis cab/cutaway van is offered in three wheelbases (138 inches, 155.7, and 178 inches). As with previous-generation vans, extended-wheelbase vans were produced with either single or dual rear-wheel axles (the latter, a first for North America, which previously reserved the design for chassis/cutaway cabs).
In a major change from the E-Series, the Transit uses a unibody chassis design instead of a separate frame; while no longer using a separate chassis, the high use of boron steel allowed for increase in payload capacity of up to 600 pounds (over a similar-configuration E-Series).[46] The long-running Twin I-Beams of the E-Series were retired, as the fourth-generation Transit uses MacPherson struts for the front suspension; the live rear axle is leaf-sprung.[45] The model line is fitted with four-wheel disc brakes.[45]
Powertrain
For its worldwide introduction in 2013, the fourth-generation Transit inherited the Duratorq diesel engines from the previous generation, shared with the Ranger and Mondeo. A 2.0L inline-four was introduced (for China), shared with the 2.2 and 2.4-litre inline-fours (the former, for Europe and Australia; the latter, Europe); the largest engine was a 3.2-liter inline-five (for markets outside South America). Gasoline engines were also offered, including a 2.0-liter EcoBoost inline-four (for China) and a 2.3-liter Duratec inline-four.
For production in the Americas, the Transit was offered with higher-displacement gasoline engines (shared with the F-Series). A 275 hp 3.7L V6 was the standard engine in North America, with a 310 hp 3.5L twin-turbo EcoBoost V6 offered in both North and South America; the 185 hp 3.2L inline-5 was offered beginning in 2015 (renamed as a Power Stroke diesel).
As an option through Ford, the 3.7L engine can be converted to run on compressed natural gas (CNG) or liquefied petroleum gas (propane).[47]
Body configuration
In a design shift, the Transit (and Transit Custom) moved from the New Edge styling of the previous generation to the
Body length Body height
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217.8–219.9 in (5,530–5,590 mm) | 235.5–237.6 in (5,980–6,040 mm) | 263.9 in (6,700 mm) | ||||
WB | 130 in (3,300 mm) | 148 in (3,800 mm) | ||||
Low | 83.6 in (2,120 mm) | Volume | 280.9 cu ft (7.95 m3) | 311.9 cu ft (8.83 m3) | ||
Interior (L×W×H) | 126.0 in × 54.8 in × 56.9 in (3,200 mm × 1,390 mm × 1,450 mm) | 143.7 in × 54.8 in × 56.9 in (3,650 mm × 1,390 mm × 1,450 mm) | ||||
GVWR
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8,670 lb (3,930 kg) T-150 9,070 lb (4,110 kg) T-250 9,500 lb (4,300 kg) T-350 |
8,670 lb (3,930 kg) T-150 9,070 lb (4,110 kg) T-250 9,500 lb (4,300 kg) T-350 9,950 lb (4,510 kg) T-350HD SRW | ||||
Medium | 100.8 in (2,560 mm) | Volume | 358.7 cu ft (10.16 m3) | 400.5 cu ft (11.34 m3) | ||
Interior (L×W×H) | 126.0 in × 54.8 in × 72.0 in (3,200 mm × 1,390 mm × 1,830 mm) | 143.7 in × 54.8 in × 72.0 in (3,650 mm × 1,390 mm × 1,830 mm) | ||||
GVWR
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8,670 lb (3,930 kg) T-150 9,070 lb (4,110 kg) T-250 9,500 lb (4,300 kg) T-350 |
8,670 lb (3,930 kg) T-150 9,070 lb (4,110 kg) T-250 9,500 lb (4,300 kg) T-350 9,950 lb (4,510 kg) T-350HD SRW | ||||
High | 110.1 in (2,800 mm) | Volume | 453.4 cu ft (12.84 m3) | 536.4 cu ft (15.19 m3) | ||
Interior (L×W×H) | 143.7 in × 54.8 in × 81.5 in (3,650 mm × 1,390 mm × 2,070 mm) | 172.2 in × 54.8 in × 81.5 in (4,370 mm × 1,390 mm × 2,070 mm) Width 45.4 in (1,150 mm) for dual rear wheels | ||||
GVWR
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9,070 lb (4,110 kg) T-250 9,500 lb (4,300 kg) T-350 9,950 lb (4,510 kg) T-350HD SRW |
9,070 lb (4,110 kg) T-250 9,500 lb (4,300 kg) T-350 9,950 lb (4,510 kg) T-350HD SRW 9,950–11,000 lb (4,510–4,990 kg) T-350HD DRW |
In most worldwide markets, the Transit passenger van is primarily marketed under the Ford Tourneo name, with Ford using the Transit name for both cargo and passenger vans in the United States and Canada. In line with other Ford trucks in North America, the Transit is marketed in XL and XLT trims. In line with the F-Series trucks (and its E-Series predecessor), in North America, the Transit is marketed in 150/250/350 (and 350HD) payload series, determined by wheelbase, body length, and roof height.
As with the E-Series and the previous-generation Transit, the model line serves as the basis for multiple commercial vehicles, including ambulances, buses, and recreational vehicles.
2020 update
For 2020 production, the Ford Transit underwent a mid-cycle model revision, distinguished by an update of the front fascia and dashboard.
All-wheel drive is again an option for the model line.[49] A new trim level marketed as Transit Trail was also made available for the Transit and Transit Custom. It features a Quaife locking differential and design elements of the North-American market Ford F-150 Raptor.[53][54] A crew van body style was introduced as a new option; known as a double cab in Europe, the design combines the design of a passenger and cargo van, offering 5-passenger seating and a large rear cargo space.[50] The 2020 Transit also adopted power-sliding doors and dual sliding doors (for cargo vans) as options.[49][50]
E-Transit
In November 2020, Ford announced the 2022 E-Transit battery electric cargo van; key specifications include a 3,880 lb (1,760 kg) / 487.3 cu ft (13.80 m3) maximum cargo capacity, 68 kWh (usable capacity) battery and up to 126 mi (203 km) range, based on the U.S. EPA Multi-Cycle Test (MCT) procedure.[55] The E-Transit began production at Ford's Kansas City Assembly Plant in November 2021.[56] The first E-Transits were delivered to American customers in February 2022; according to Ford, they had received more than 10,000 orders for the E-Transit from 300 commercial fleets.[57] E-Transit production for the European market began at Otosan in April 2022 to fill orders totaling more than 5,000 vehicles.[58]
The E-Transit has a unique chassis to accommodate the traction battery between the frame rails, but is fitted with the same bodies as the conventional Transit.
The liquid-cooled traction battery is sourced from the
There are 25 combinations of height (2 choices), wheelbase (3), and
What Car? named the E-Transit its Van of the Year in 2022.[64]
Assembly
Worldwide production of the fourth-generation Transit is sourced from two Ford facilities. All Transit production for Europe and Asia is sourced from Ford Otosan in Kocaeli Province, Turkey; this factory provides a percentage of global exports. North American and South American production is primarily sourced from Kansas City Assembly in Claycomo, Missouri; production at the Kansas City Assembly Plant began on April 30, 2014.[65]
In North America, the model line was launched as a 2015 model, adopting the Transit name for both cargo and passenger vans (rather than using the Tourneo name used in other markets for passenger vans).
Sales
Calendar year | U.S. sales |
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2014 | 20,448[66] |
2015 | 117,577[67] |
2016 | 143,244[67] |
2017 | 127,360[68] |
2018 | 137,794[69] |
2019 | 153,868[69] |
2020 | 131,557[70] |
2021 | 99,745 |
2022 | 99,382 (inc. 6,500 E-Transit)[71] |
2023 | 129,009 (inc. 7,672 E-Transit)[72] |
China production
Second generation Transit (2006-2021)
Introduced in 2006, the Ford Transit VJX6541DK-M is a license-built version of the Transit assembled by Jiangling Motors (JMC) in Nanchang. Produced solely for the Chinese domestic market, it was derived from the second-generation VE6/VE83/VE94 platform. Over its Ford predecessor produced from 1986 to 2000, JMC made 70 major updates to the design. The exterior was distinguished by revision to the front fascia, including larger front headlamps and a redesigned grille and front bumper. The interior saw several ergonomic improvements, along with the standardization of power windows. ABS was offered as an option. The top speed is specified at 68.35 mph (110 km/h).
Sharing its underpinnings with the second-generation Transit, the JMC-built Transit differed substantially in its powertrain configuration. In place of Ford produced engines, the model line used a 92 kW Mitsubishi-produced 2.4L inline-4. Two Isuzu-produced 2.8L inline-4 diesels were offered; a naturally aspirated version offering 67.6 kW-68 kW and a turbocharged, intercooled version, offering 80–85 kW.
In 2008, Ford commenced sales of the V347/V348 Transit in China alongside its JMC-produced counterpart, branded the Ford-produced van as the New Transit and the JMC van as the Transit Classic.
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Ford/JMC Transit Classic ambulance in Shenzhen
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Ford-JMC Transit Classic police van (Guangzhou Public Security Police)
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Ford-JMC Transit Classic police van, rear view
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Ford-JMC Transit Classic police van (Chengdu Public Security Police)
JMC Teshun
Starting from May 2017, Jiangling Motors replaced the license-built Ford Transit with the JMC Teshun range of vans. While sharing much of its body with its predecessor, the Teshun underwent a redesign of the front fascia with a larger front bumper and grille.[75][76] The interior underwent an update to the dashboard, along with the introduction of a front bench seating configuration.[75]
Retaining the VE83 platform of the second-generation Transit, the gasoline Teshun is offered with a Mitsubishi-produced 136 hp(200N·m) 2.4L inline-4 (Engine code: 4G69S4N) and the diesel Teshun offered with an Jiangling-produced 116 hp(285N·m) 2.8L Turbo-diesel inline-4 (Engine code: JX493ZLQ, essentially a modified version of the Isuzu 4JB1 engine); both engines are paired with a 5-speed manual transmission.[75]
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JMC Teshun
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JMC Teshun, rear
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JMC Teshun long wheel base
In August 2021, a facelift of Teshun was unveiled, updates include a redesign of the front fascia, grille, headlamps, and front bumper. The rear of the car has not changed. In terms of power, the 2.4-liter gasoline engine was removed. The original 2.8L turbo-diesel inline-4 engine has been upgraded to increase the output to 122 hp (300N·m).
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JMC Teshun Front (After facelift)
Third generation Transit (2009-2023)
The third-generation Ford Transit commenced production in China in 2008 for the 2009 model year. Engine choices consisted of the 2.2-litre turbo diesel, a 2.3-litre petrol for 2009 models and a 2.4-litre turbo diesel. The Transit in China was given a facelift for the 2013 model year onwards with new headlights and taillights. As of 2019, the 2.2-litre turbo diesel engine and 6 speed manual gearbox is standard across the range.[77][78]
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2013 facelift
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2013 facelift (rear)
2021 Ford Transit Pro
The model line received a facelift for 2021 production, unveiled as the Ford Transit Pro at the 2020 Beijing Auto Show. Distinguished by a restyled front end and restyled taillamps, the revision included an updated powertrain to fulfill the National Standard VI emissions standard in China. The updated engine is a 190hp 2.2L diesel engine (360 Nm) paired to a 6-speed manual transmission.[79]
The Transit Pro was also manufactured and sold in Vietnam as the Ford Transit in 2022, powered by a 136hp 2.2L turbodiesel engine, also using a 6-speed manual transmission.
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2021 Ford Transit Pro
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2021 Ford Transit Pro (rear)
2022 JMC Fushun
In mid-2022, Jiangling Motors released the JMC Fushun based on the Transit Pro. According to the official data, the model was equipped with a 2.0L inline-4 turbo-diesel engine (engine code: JX4D20A6H, an engine modified by the Ford ZSD-420 engine) output of 146hp (355N· m) paired with a 6-speed manual transmission.
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JMC Fushun
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JMC Fushun (rear)
Transit T8 (2023-present)
In August 2023, the fourth-generation Ford Transit was introduced to the Chinese market for the first time by JMC Ford. Restyled and named the Transit T8, the vehicle was originally codenamed Transit V363. Currently, JMC Ford offers the Transit T8 with either an electric motor or two different diesel engines: either the 2.3L turbo fifth generation Ford Puma diesel engine or a 2.0L turbodiesel engine.[80]
Variants
Tourneo
Introduced as part of the 1994 redesign of the Transit, the Tourneo is a Transit-based 8 or 9-seat minibus, but over the years has become increasingly better trimmed up to the point where it can almost be classified as a large MPV. Featuring back seats and back windows similar to a minivan, the Tourneo is also considered an executive transport vehicle and is often supplied with alloy wheels. Since its introduction, the Tourneo has followed the same development cycle as the Transit; both versions receive updates at the same time.
A smaller MPV version of the Tourneo was introduced in 2002; branded the Tourneo Connect, it was based on the Transit Connect mini MPV.
The version based on the fourth generation Transit is marketed as the Ford Tourneo Custom, and from 2019 has a plug-in hybrid engine option.[81][82]
County 4×4
A handful of companies offered four-wheel-drive conversions, such as County Tractors of Knighton in Powys, Wales, UK
With the introduction of the Mk3 Transit in 1986 came the next generation of the County 4×4. This would prove to be a very popular and successful version of the County Transit 4×4, and the last to use the Dana beam axle layout. Later County 4×4 models switched to using an independent front suspension setup which was inherently more complex in design than the earlier beam axle models. Later panel vans also lost the twin-wheel rear axle that had been fitted on earlier LWB versions.
Mainly used by utility companies such as National Grid (UK), the Ministry of Defence (UK), and by mountain rescue teams, the Transit County 4×4 proved to be a capable vehicle both on and off-road, with the ability to carry both crew and equipment just about anywhere.
Design and supply of drivetrain components for County 4×4 models passed to Countytrac, a division of M.J. Allen Ltd, who are still involved in the development of the latest Mk7 AWD Transit and Connect models.
Transit Trail
The Ford Transit Trail is an upcoming[when?] off-road motorhome version of the van[84] and comes with a 310 hp (230 kW) twin-turbo V6 engine and all-wheel drive.[85]
Transit Custom
Replacing the previous front-wheel drive Transit/Tourneo, the
For 2018 production, the model line received an exterior update, distinguished by a new grille (in line with the larger Transit); the interior received a new dashboard (styled in line with the Fiesta).[86][87]
XXL
To celebrate the Transit's status as International Van of the Year 2007, Ford built a
SuperSportVan
The Ford Transit SuperSportVan was a one-off, high-performance version of the third-gen Transit built by Ford Europe. It uses a 3.2L turbocharged
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