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.

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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 versions.

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
• Factory Double Cab Conversion

 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.