The E-Transit Custom represents the next generation of mid-sized full-electric vans and as such, makes most of its more familiar competitors look distinctly out of date. A little disappointingly, there aren't huge gains in EV driving range compared to the class norm, but this Ford drives a whole lot better than its rivals and also delivers whole series of clever ideas that will make running an LCV of this kind easier. We particularly like the 'Ford Pro Charging' software to help with scheduling cheaper charging, the tilting steering wheel, the clever 'Delivery Assist' feature, the 'Power on Board' work tools-powering package and the Multicab version's unusual 'L-Shaped Bulkhead' design.
Given the continuing wave of demand for vans of this size, fuelled by the British public's insatiable desire for home delivery, for sales success this Ford probably didn't need to be as good as it's ended up being. But impressive it is, the only potential issue being pricing - which could make some operators think twice and which will need to be alleviated by competitive finance rates. If we were considering an electrified Transit Custom, we'd also want to take into account that this model comes in a PHEV Plug-in Hybrid form - a model that on longer journeys won't leave you at the mercy of the UK's currently rather flaky public charging network. But if a full-EV mid-sized van it has to be, then right now, this one's the standard-setter in its class.

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Complete single passenger seat pack - Transit custom Sport

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Ford E-Transit Custom 320 L1

160kW 65kWh H1 Double Cab Van Sport Auto