Now you can make and receive mobile calls, change the music and operate other key controls, just by using your voice. So you don’t have to take your eyes off the road or your hands off the wheel. (Optional)

The headlights on your Transit can be set to stay on for 30 seconds when you get out at night, safely illuminating the path away from your vehicle.

The optional rear-facing camera displays the view behind on a 7” TFT LCD screen in the cab. This can make reversing both easier and safer. (Optional)

An easy-to-spot light in the instrument cluster illuminates briefly to tell you the most efficient time to change up a gear.

All Transit vans can be equipped with advanced, easy-to-operate, satellite navigation systems. (Optional)

The dash-mounted tachograph helps you manage your business efficiently. It records driving and rest times, speeds, distance travelled and any faults that might have occurred then stores this information for 365 days. (Optional)

Rear-wheel-drive (RWD) models are equipped with twin batteries so the second battery can power whatever accessory is needed when the engine is switched off. This leaves the primary battery in a high state of charge for dependable start and run operation. And, if you forget to turn the lights off, a battery saver function automatically cancels all lights left on when the vehicle is locked.

Optional rain-sensing wipers detect water on your windscreen from the first drops of rain, and automatically adjust their speed to the intensity of the shower. As you don’t have to worry about switching them on (or off again), you can fully concentrate on driving safely in wet conditions. (Optional)

Quickclear puts an end to scraping ice off your windscreen. Simply press the button and the invisible heating elements quickly clear the ice or snow for you.

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The new Transit features an impressive range of active driver assistance technologies to help keep you safer and always in control (whatever the conditions), and make every journey as comfortable as possible.

The Electronic Stability Programme, incorporating anti-lock braking system (ABS), senses any slight deviations from your chosen driving line and automatically corrects the Transit’s road position - helping you remain in control.  

In addition, Emergency Brake Assist (EBA) reduces your stopping distance if you have to brake sharply, by instantly reacting and applying maximum braking effort.

EBD balances your braking force independently across all four wheels, making the vehicle more stable, which can lead to shorter stopping distances. It works together with ABS.

When you’re making a hill start, this system prevents you from rolling backwards. It works by keeping the wheels braked, after you’ve released the brake pedal, helping you move away safely.

This helps avoid wheelspin when pulling away; particularly useful when you’ve two wheels on a grass verge or loose gravel at the side of a road.

This innovative and intelligent AWD system is designed to give you extra confidence on slippery surfaces, on or off-road. It diverts drive to the front wheels if they lose grip, providing even greater traction just when you need it most.

This switchable device enables you to set and limit your van’s top speed, up to 110 km/h. As well as improving safety, this can help reduce fuel consumption and lower emissions.

Just set your desired speed via switches on the ergonomically designed, 4-spoke leather steering wheel, and let cruise control make travelling long distances far less tiring. (Optional)

The Transit is designed to absorb and channel crash energy away from occupants during a collision. A driver’s airbag is standard and front passenger and side curtain airbags all enhance occupant protection.

There's also a strengthened front seat pedestal and supportive, comfortable seats that incorporate three-point lap and diagonal seat belts plus individually height-adjustable head restraints.

• Strong residual values due to high quality build, durability and specification
• Lower fuel consumption due to a new range of improved engines combined with many other technical innovations
• Enhanced component life, easily replaceable parts extended service intervals
• Competitive insurance ratings due to comprehensive safety and security systems

Through careful component selection and design, we have been able to increase the length of time between servicing intervals, which can reduce ownsership costs. Key service features include:

For all new Duratorq Euro Stage V diesel engines

• Easily accessible engine components
• 50,000km or 2-year service intervals

Attention to detail in the design process has increased the durability and life span of components, making them easier to access and repair.

'Smart’ starting system 

Standard on all TDCi vehicles, this monitors the engine speed during cranking and disengages the starter motor as soon as the engine is able to run by itself. The system reduces starter motor failure and enhances battery life.

Twin batteries 

These are available on all rear-wheel drive vehicles, which improves start performance.

Thoughtful design and careful component selection also means that Transit offers competitive repair costs. Here are some of the key factors:

• Redesigning key areas and components including the bonnet and bumper position as well as the front lights
• Retaining easily repairable sections: three-piece front bumper and five-piece rear bumper.

• The Transit comes with an easily accessible spare wheel and vehicle jack, conveniently located in a space-saving carrier below the vehicle