Ford Tourneo Custom 2023 - economical electric van

The all-electric van Ford Tourneo Custom, first introduced in May this year, according to the manufacturer's plans, will go on sale in 2023. The model will be the second EV-van of the popular American brand and is designed specifically for the European market. There should be 5 similar cars in the lineup, but so far only two are known, and this option is of particular interest to us. Why he is so attractive and what he is capable of - we will find out right now.

Synopsis

The Tourneo Custom is a mid-size van available in diesel, electric and hybrid variants. This is precisely the passenger version, which, despite the specialization, can still be adapted for periodic cargo transportation. The cargo variant was called E-Transit, it differs mainly in larger dimensions and is already aimed at commerce.


At the front, we can see a new grille and a narrow LED strip above it that extends the full width of the hood. Particularly noticeable changes in comparison with its predecessor from 2017 will receive head optics and taillights, in particular their graphics. The port for connecting the charger is located exactly under the headlight. The windshield received a steeper bend and slope - it can be assumed that this was done for the sake of the aerodynamic qualities of the body. A small spoiler is visible at the rear of the body on the roof.

Interestingly, the diesel, hybrid and electric versions will have some exterior differences. Basically, these are small details, such as the nameplate on the front grille and its shape. However, connoisseurs will have enough of such "deviations" to accurately determine the version of the van.

In terms of carrying capacity, nothing is known yet, you can only rely on the parameters of the predecessor model, which is still relevant at the moment - 1450 kg. Count on approximately the same characteristics, but a lot depends on which battery is put in the car.

Auto dynamics

Ford has not yet disclosed any exact and specific technical specifications regarding the 2023 Tourneo Custom model year. It is known for sure that the electric van will be able to overcome up to 380 kilometers on one full charge of the battery. It remains a secret for now whether the car will use the same battery as the larger E-Transit (68 kWh of capacity), or, due to its smaller dimensions, a “more modest” battery will be installed on the platform.

Authoritative sources indicate that the manufacturer plans to sell the Tourneo Custom with 181 and 265 hp electric motors. With. at the choice of the buyer. The torque of 431 Nm ensures quick yet comfortable acceleration straight from a standstill. From 0 to 100 km / h, the car can accelerate in 7 seconds. The maximum speed will be 140 km/h. Ford plans to announce the exact specifications of the van in September this year.

Features

Ford hasn't shown the interior of the electric van yet, but some details are already known, or there are some pretty big hints of them. You can definitely expect a large package of technologies aimed at the comfort and entertainment of both the driver and passengers during the trip.


The company confirms that the van will come with ProPower technology. It assumes the possibility of powering an electric tool, lighting and other electrical appliances from a battery through sockets provided for this. Thanks to this feature, the car is well suited for field work and the same camping away from the benefits of civilization.

There is every reason to believe that the Tourneo Custom electric van will receive the SYNC 4 infotainment system, equipped with a 12-inch touchscreen display.

Is it profitable?

Let's estimate the cost of charging a Ford Tourneo Custom in Moscow. Let's say the van will get a battery of about the same capacity as the "big brother", and just in case, round up to 60 kW. The tariff for paying electricity in Moscow for July 2022 is 6,52 rubles per 1 kWh from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. and from 17 p.m. to 21 p.m., that is, during the most active periods of the day. Let's get rid of them. In this case, a full “refueling” of the Tourneo Custom van will cost us about 390 rubles. Based on the declared power reserve, one kilometer of the trip costs us almost exactly 1 ruble.

Since Tourneo Custom is a van, the car is literally made for commercial cargo transportation. Let's now compare this car and GAZelle with HBO. In the latter, the average consumption in a laden state reaches 22-23 liters per 100 km / h. In the same Moscow, the cost of one liter of gas at gas stations is an average of 19,5 rubles. Therefore, to drive 100 km, you will need to refuel for 450 rubles. You can drive the same 380 km on a GAZelle only if you refuel it in the amount of 1710 rubles. Thus, the Tourneo Custom van provides fuel savings of almost 4,5 times.


Of course, the carrying capacity of the GAZelle is higher than that of the hero of today's release, and the platform can accommodate much larger loads. The same Ford with an equal amount of cargo will have to “drive” along the route more often than a GAZelle. However, the level of comfort, speed, dynamics, and appearance are incomparably better. Already these arguments are enough to make a choice.

How to buy in Russia?

It will not be possible to officially buy a Ford Tourneo Custom 2023 model year in Russia, including due to sanctions restrictions. Does this mean that the Russian consumer can not even dream of getting behind the wheel of a stylish electric van? Not really. Entrepreneurial buyers will be able to buy a car through "gray" import into Russia directly from Turkey, where both electric and hybrid versions are assembled along with hydrocarbon ones.


Now it's too early to talk about prices for the Ford Tourneo Custom, as they have not been officially announced. The only thing we can do is rely on the price tag of the larger version in the face of E-Transit. The cost of such a car starts at 42 pounds, which in terms of our rubles is about 695 million. Experts predict an initial price tag for Tourneo Custom £2,975, that is, about 38 million rubles at the current exchange rate.


Taking into account the peculiarities of "gray imports", the cost of the electric version of the van will, of course, be slightly higher than the predicted figures. Do not forget about the possibility of buying a car with a diesel engine. Their price without "gray" surcharges, most likely, will be in the region of 28 pounds, which at the current rate is about 000 million rubles. It will be possible to talk about the exact price list either towards the end of this year, or already at the beginning of the next.

Conclusion

Based on a combination of factors, the Ford Tourneo Custom 2023 model year is a fairly expected car in Europe, which could also find a place in the Russian market. Alas, it will not be so easy and profitable to buy it from us, but if you have a large family or want to comfortably engage in commercial transportation of medium-sized cargo, it may be worth overpaying for this car.