The new highly efficient 2.2 Duratorq TDCi diesel engine powers the new Transit. Combined with Ford ECOnetic technologies, this engine can lower the cost of owning a Transit and reduce its impact on the environment. This advanced engine meets stringent Euro Stage V emissions standards, while still producing significantly more power and torque than the previous line-up. The 135PS/335Nm engine has been carefully developed to meet the needs of a rear-wheel drive Minibus.
Top features of the new Ford Minibus
A new range of powerful, highly efficient Duratorq diesel engines with 6-speed transmissions; advanced safety systems like Electronic Stability Programme (ESP); and a host of innovative and intelligent technologies such as Smart Regenerative Charging, which can help charge the battery every time you brake. Read about all these and more top features below.
Outstanding dynamics
The design of the Transit Minibus has been enhanced to further protect against stress and tiredness: vital when you spend a lot of time behind the wheel.
Specifically, the steering is now lighter and more responsive, making it easier to drive in congested towns or manoeuvre in tight parking spaces. A revised suspension balance also delivers a smoother ride (whether the minibus is full or empty).
Specifically, the steering is now lighter and more responsive, making it easier to drive in congested towns or manoeuvre in tight parking spaces. A revised suspension balance also delivers a smoother ride (whether the minibus is full or empty).
And smooth acceleration through the rev range, regardless of the number of passengers or the driving conditions, makes driving effortless. By making the cabin more car-like too (carefully reducing noise and vibration whatever the road surface) there’s less likelihood of driver fatigue.
Specifications of transmissions available
RWD
• MT82 6-speed manual transmission (100/125/135/155 PS TCDi Duratorq diesel)
• MT82 6-speed manual transmission (100/125/135/155 PS TCDi Duratorq diesel)
Auto-Start-Stop
Working in conjunction with the new Duratorq Euro Stage V engines, this optional system can lower fuel consumption and CO2 emissions in heavy traffic. It automatically switches off the engine when idling, then re-starts it the instant you touch the clutch. Considering that a vehicle’s engine is rarely used continually on city journeys, this fuel saving technology makes perfect sense in the real world.
Smart Regenerative Charging
When you slow down, this technology creates electrical energy that charges the vehicle’s battery. Unlike conventional systems this one only charges the battery when it needs it, which can help save fuel and reduce emissions.
The Transit Minibus offers an array of advanced engines, innovative technologies and intelligent features. It’s designed to keep you and your passengers safe and secure, your fuel costs low and your CO2 emissions to the minimum: good news for both your bottom line and the environment.
Bluetooth® with Voice Control*
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.
Energy management
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.
Rain-sensing wipers
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. The twin glazed rear doors also have twin wash/wipers while the rear windows feature automatic wipers that are triggered when reverse gear is selected, to help you back up safely.
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Keeping driver and passengers safe, and secure, at all times is vital. That’s why all Transit Minibuses are fitted with a comprehensive package of safety and security measures.
Advanced driving safety
In a commercial vehicle designed to transport several people at a time, driver and passenger safety is key. That’s why Transit Minibus comes with a package of state-of-the-art driving safety technologies. For instance, Electronic Stability Programme (ESP), incorporating Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), senses any slight deviations from your chosen driving line and automatically corrects the minibus’s road position. And if you have to brake sharply, Emergency Brake Assist (EBA) reduces the stopping distance by instantly reacting and applying maximum braking effort.
Electronic Stability Programme (ESP)
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.
Hill Start Assist (HSA)
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. Plus, the Brake Traction Control System (BTCS) will help you pull away smoothly even when fully laden.
All Wheel Drive (AWD)
• Additional traction in difficult driving conditions, such as loose surfaces, mud or heavy snow
• Improved vehicle competence on slippery or off-road surfaces, when the system increases drive to the front wheels to enhance traction
• ‘Intelligent’ automatic system needs no driver input
• Particularly suited to rescue services or utility companies where field and track work is frequently undertaken
• Improved vehicle competence on slippery or off-road surfaces, when the system increases drive to the front wheels to enhance traction
• ‘Intelligent’ automatic system needs no driver input
• Particularly suited to rescue services or utility companies where field and track work is frequently undertaken
Advanced headlights
Lighting technology in the Transit is designed to make driving at night or in poor conditions easier, safer and more comfortable. The large lenses of the headlights provide a high degree of illumination and can incorporate a fog light for even greater visibility. Fitted with the optional auto-headlights, they will automatically come on when the sensors detect a reduction in daylight conditions: at dusk or in a tunnel, for example.
Passenger safety
Transit Minibus 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.
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.
The Emergency Safety Pack, standard on the 14-seater Minibus upwards, offers extra peace of mind with a first aid kit, fire extinguisher, A-pillar and sliding door passenger grab handles, emergency door decals and rear door step lighting.
Vehicle security
The new Transit Minibus’ impressive range of security measures includes:
• Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) that disables the engine when your key is removed from the ignition and will only prime the engine when it recognises your uniquely coded key
• High-security shielded locks with strengthened mountings and the unique lock-in-latch system to prevent door lock tampering and unauthorised access
• Central or double locking, key-operated bonnet release and fuel cap will deter and hinder thieves
• Visible Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
• ‘Torque slip’ anti-theft steering wheel
• High-security shielded locks with strengthened mountings and the unique lock-in-latch system to prevent door lock tampering and unauthorised access
• Central or double locking, key-operated bonnet release and fuel cap will deter and hinder thieves
• Visible Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
• ‘Torque slip’ anti-theft steering wheel
For added protection and potentially lower vehicle insurance, an alarm system with an interior scanner and battery back-up is available. This alarm also monitors trailer coupling to safeguard whatever you might be towing.
As your minibus may well cover a high mileage every year, servicing, maintenance and repair (SMR) costs are an important issue. With that in mind, Transit Minibus is designed and built to minimise the 'cost of ownership'.
For all new Duratorq Euro Stage V diesel engines
- Easily accessible engine components
- 50,000 km or 2-year service intervals
Keeping costs to a minimum
- 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 and best-in-class service intervals
- Competitive insurance ratings due to: comprehensive safety and security systems
Extended service intervals
To help keep your transport working harder, for longer, the new Transit Minibus comes with extended service intervals of two years or 50,000km.
Improved component life span
Attention to detail in the design process has increased the durability and life span of components, making them easier to access and repair.
- New 12-year corrosion protection: achieved by increasing the number of pre-coated panels in the lower body structure, introducing a PVC coating on the underside of the vehicle and protecting the vehicle side rails with a wax coating
- ‘Smart’ starting system on all TDCi vehicles: monitors the engine speed during cranking and disengages the starter motor as soon as the engine is able to run by itself
- Twin batteries are available on all rear-wheel drive vehicles, which improves start performance.
Competitive repair costs
Thoughtful design and careful component selection also means that Transit Minibus offers competitive repair costs. Here are some of the key factors:
- Re-designing 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.
Easy wheel-changing
- The new Transit Minibus comes with an easily accessible spare wheel and vehicle jack, conveniently located n a space-saving carrier below the vehicle
Corrosion protection
- Allows us to offer a new 12-year anti-corrosion guarantee, our longest ever
- Increases panel life
- Reduces maintenance costs and can enhance residual values
‘Smart’ starting system
- Reduces electrical consumption during cranking
- Reduces starter motor failure, and enhances starter motor and battery life by up to 10%
Commitment to the future
Virtually all our vehicles and up to 95% of their constituent parts can now be re-employed in other vehicles or manufacturing processes. And we’re continuously seeking new ways to reduce our impact on the environment. For instance, the highly effective noise insulation in our vehicles is now made from used denim jeans and reclaimed upholstery.
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