NVS Verdict: 

The New 2018 'Facelift' Ford Transit Custom continues with its winning formula. Updated styling, Drivers cab upgrade and tweaks to the interior media centre.

Transit Custom MCA

What is it?

Two wheelbase versions (L1 & L2) upgrades to the payload of the flagship variants and also low roof (L1) and high roof (H2) options.

The ample 2.0TDCi 130 AdBlue Euro 6 Engine still features in the facelift model - Still featuring the 4 variants Base,Trend, Limited & Sport Models - Also available in the Double Cab In Van (DCIV) and passenger Tourneo verions.

Four euro 6 engines with AdBlue (producing from 105ps up to 170), and manual or six-speed gear boxes are standard with the option of an automatic gearbox.   

The Ford Transit Custom is a van that’s designed to introduce a new level of functionality and style to the commercial vehicle market. Ford’s Transit has long been regarded as one of the best vans available, so an all-new version is big news. This isn’t a direct replacement for the Transit however, instead it’s a different kind of one-tonne vehicle that sits between the Transit Connect and the larger Transit van.  It's also claimed to feature a much more modern and upmarket interior, a range of advanced equipment and options and an economical yet flexible 2.0 litre euro 6 diesel engine. A variety of versions will be offered to including short and long wheelbase models.

Custom Limited specification overview

• Body coloured front and rear bumpers and door mouldings
• 16” alloy wheels 
• Heated front seats
• Air Conditioning (Front)
• Thatcham category 1 alarm
• Power adjustable and heated power foldable self coloured door mirrors
• Rain sensing wipers
• Automatic headlamps
• Daytime running lights
• Static cornering fog lights
• Cruise control  with adjustable speed limiter
• Heated windscreen (Quick Clear)
• Leather steering wheel and gear knob
• Dual passenger seat with fold out table
• Lockable glovebox
• Sync 3 with DAB / AM / FM Radio with 2 X USB, 8' Colour TFT touch screen and emergency assist
• Electric front windows
• Remote central locking
• Easy clean load area flooring
• Front & Rear parking sensors
• AdBlue

What’s hot

• Upgraded styling adds further class to an already well designed vehicle
• Comfort is superb thanks to supportive seats and a range of adjustments that includes steering wheel tilt and reach. driving position to be attained easily.
• Upgrade on the standard equipment and console - makes this better still than its previous version
• DAB Radio upgrade and display - looks great
• Great servicing intervals

What’s not

• More costly than some rivals, and previous versions

NVS Overview

Fantastic upgrade to the previous version - subtle changes that add great looks to an already winning formula.