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    Ford Transit Review, For Sale, Colours, Specs & Models in Australia

    Ford Transit Review, For Sale, Colours, Specs & Models in Australia

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    $59,990

    The Ford Transit has been a commercial vehicle mainstay in Australia since 1966. Originally built in Homebush, NSW since the late ‘60s, the van has spanned some four generations and has significantly grown in size to allow for the smaller Transit Custom to enter the market in a segment below. The first electric model, the E-Transit arrived in 2020, using the same motor as the Mustang Mach-E.

    The line-up currently starts at $59,990 for the Transit 350L LWB (FWD) SRW and ranges through to $69,990 for the range-topping Transit 410L (RWD) SRW.

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    8 Speed Automatic
    Diesel
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    Overview
    Likes
    Zero emissions/near-silent operation
    Load-carrying ability
    Low servicing costs
    Dislikes
    Six-figure price
    No tow rating
    No home-charging with wall socket

    Ford Transit News

    PRICE AND SPECS
    2025 LDV G10+ facelift gets significant upgrades, but does it do enough to undercut the Toyota HiAce and Ford Transit while remaining one of Australia's most popular vans?
    2 Apr 2025
    PRICE AND SPECS
    Mega $35,000 discount on electric workhorse! Price slashed on Ford e-Transit as the Blue Oval struggles to clear old stock of its LDV eDeliver 9 and Mercedes-Benz eSprinter rival
    2 Oct 2024
    PRICE AND SPECS
    2024 Ford Transit van priced for Australia: Improved towing capacity and cabin tech for more expensive LDV Deliver 9 and Volkswagen Crafter rival
    1 May 2024
    UPCOMING MODELS
    Next-gen Ford Transit Custom van arrival approaching as Blue Oval confirms some local specifications for Toyota HiAce rival
    30 Oct 2023
    OPINION
    Are commercial vehicles like the Mercedes eVito and the LDV eDeliver 9 going to launch the electric car revolution? - Opinion
    23 Aug 2023
    INDUSTRY NEWS
    Ford Australia then and now: 10 years on from the day Ford announced the end of Australian manufacturing and changed our car industry forever
    28 May 2023
    EXISTING MODELS
    Ford Australia taking it slow with rolling out E-Transit electric van options, still believes diesel will dominate
    22 May 2023
    PRICE AND SPECS
    Do tradies dream of electric vans? 2023 Ford E-Transit EV pricing and specs place it as Ford's most expensive model
    18 May 2023
    OPINION
    Subaru WRX, Porsche 911, Ford Mustang... the shrinking list of cars with manuals left in Australia | Opinion
    26 Mar 2023
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    Ford Transit FAQs

    How can I keep my 1997 Ford Transit Winnebago from feeling sluggish?

    In 1997, the Ford Transit was offered with a pair of diesel engines and a petrol engine. But the most powerful of them (the petrol) could muster up just 83kW, which, combined with the weight of the vehicle (around 1600kg) plus the weight of the camper conversion (maybe another tonne with full water tanks etc), equals paltry performance and acceleration.

    The simplest thing to do is make sure the engine is tuned to its absolute best. But even then, you’re fighting an uphill (literally) battle thanks to all that mass, not to mention the appalling aerodynamics of a campervan. If you don’t mind spending a lot more money, you could upgrade the engine and transmission to a more modern one but, at that point, you’re probably better off buying a newer van altogether.

    Maybe in 1997 life was quite a bit slower and your vehicle wasn’t such a mobile roadblock. That said, plenty of modern day caravaners are happy to sit at 80 or 90km/h, so maybe you just need to find the right mindset and become a bit more Zen with your camper. Of course, even if you do manage that, some driving tasks such as overtaking and merging into traffic will require plenty of forward planning and understanding from other motorists.

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    Am I able to tow a car behind my Ford Transit motor-home?

    The crucial number here is the towing capacity of the Transit. This model ranged form 2000kg to 2750kg (depending on body and wheelbase) so a Daihatsu car shouldn't take you anywhere near that limit. That, of course, is if you flat-tow the Daihatsu behind the motor-home. If, however, you tow the car on a trailer, then you might (depending on the trailer's size and construction) find you're getting close to that limit in some circumstances.

    The other problems will be the same ones faced by anybody who tows a decent sized load; wear and tear on the mechanical components and the sheer cost of fuel, particularly diesel.

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    Does the 2003 Ford Transit have a timing chain or cam belt?

    The model you've nominated has a timing chain, which, in theory, should be good for the life of the engine. However, that's not always the case, and some specialists recommend changing the timing chain at intervals of 200,000km. That is still a pretty decent innings for a hard-working vehicle like a Transit and is longer than the change interval for most engines with toothed rubber timing belts.

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    Ford Transit Dimensions

    The dimensions of the Ford Transit Van and People Mover and Single Cab vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.
    Year Body Type Height x Width x Length Ground Clearance
    2025 Body Type: Van Height x Width x Length: 2411x2474x5981 mm Ground Clearance: 118 mm
    2025 Body Type: People Mover Height x Width x Length: 2438x2474x5981 mm Ground Clearance: 118 mm
    2025 Body Type: Single Cab Height x Width x Length: 2167x2474x6579 mm Ground Clearance: 220 mm
    2024 Body Type: Van Height x Width x Length: 2680x2474x6704 mm Ground Clearance: 118 mm
    2024 Body Type: Single Cab Height x Width x Length: 2167x2474x6579 mm Ground Clearance: 220 mm
    2024 Body Type: Dual Cab Height x Width x Length: 2157x2474x6404 mm Ground Clearance: 220 mm
    2024 Body Type: People Mover Height x Width x Length: 2438x2474x5981 mm Ground Clearance: 118 mm
    2023 Body Type: Van Height x Width x Length: 2680x2474x6704 mm Ground Clearance: 118 mm
    2023 Body Type: Single Cab Height x Width x Length: 2111x2149x6579 mm Ground Clearance: —
    2023 Body Type: Dual Cab Height x Width x Length: 2111x2159x6404 mm Ground Clearance: —
    2023 Body Type: People Mover Height x Width x Length: 2790x2112x6704 mm Ground Clearance: —
    2022 Body Type: Van Height x Width x Length: 2680x2474x6704 mm Ground Clearance: 118 mm
    2022 Body Type: Single Cab Height x Width x Length: 2111x2149x6579 mm Ground Clearance: —
    2022 Body Type: Dual Cab Height x Width x Length: 2111x2159x6404 mm Ground Clearance: —
    2022 Body Type: People Mover Height x Width x Length: 2790x2112x6704 mm Ground Clearance: —
    2021 Body Type: Van Height x Width x Length: 2543x2112x5981 mm Ground Clearance: 118 mm
    2021 Body Type: Single Cab Height x Width x Length: 2111x2149x6579 mm Ground Clearance: —
    2021 Body Type: People Mover Height x Width x Length: 2790x2112x6704 mm Ground Clearance: —
    2021 Body Type: Dual Cab Height x Width x Length: 2111x2159x6404 mm Ground Clearance: —
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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    Ford Transit Pricing & Specs

    The price range for the Ford Transit varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $59,990 and going to $66,990 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.
    Year Body Type Specs Price from Price to
    2025 Body Type: People Mover Specs: 2.0L Diesel 10 SP AUTO Price from: $69,990 Price to: $69,990
    2025 Body Type: Single Cab Specs: 2.0L Diesel 10 SP AUTO Price from: $62,990 Price to: $62,990
    2025 Body Type: Van Specs: 2.0L Diesel 8 SP AUTO Price from: $59,990 Price to: $66,990
    2024 Body Type: Dual Cab Specs: 2.0L Diesel 6 SP MAN Price from: — Price to: —
    2024 Body Type: People Mover Specs: 2.0L Diesel 10 SP AUTO Price from: — Price to: —
    2024 Body Type: Single Cab Specs: 2.0L Diesel 10 SP AUTO Price from: — Price to: —
    2024 Body Type: Van Specs: 2.0L Diesel 10 SP AUTO Price from: — Price to: —
    2023 Body Type: Dual Cab Specs: 2.0L Diesel 6 SP MAN Price from: — Price to: —
    2023 Body Type: People Mover Specs: 2.0L Diesel 10 SP AUTO Price from: — Price to: —
    2023 Body Type: Single Cab Specs: 2.0L Diesel 10 SP AUTO Price from: — Price to: —
    2023 Body Type: Van Specs: 2.0L Diesel 10 SP AUTO Price from: — Price to: —
    2022 Body Type: Dual Cab Specs: 2.0L Diesel 6 SP MAN Price from: — Price to: —
    2022 Body Type: People Mover Specs: 2.0L Diesel 10 SP AUTO Price from: — Price to: —
    2022 Body Type: Single Cab Specs: 2.0L Diesel 10 SP AUTO Price from: — Price to: —
    2022 Body Type: Van Specs: 2.0L Diesel 10 SP AUTO Price from: — Price to: —
    2021 Body Type: Dual Cab Specs: 2.0L Diesel 6 SP MAN Price from: — Price to: —
    2021 Body Type: People Mover Specs: 2.0L Diesel 10 SP AUTO Price from: — Price to: —
    2021 Body Type: Single Cab Specs: 2.0L Diesel 10 SP AUTO Price from: — Price to: —
    2021 Body Type: Van Specs: 2.0L Diesel 6 SP AUTO Price from: — Price to: —
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    Ford Transit Accessories

    Ford hasn't gone crazy with the options book here. Instead, there are two optional paint schemes (one SVO-themed) and a two-seater layout option. The options of most interest are a second sliding door (on the driver's side) and a higher roof alternative for taller loads.

    Shown above are the accessory details for the Ford Transit 2023.

    Ford Transit Towing Capacity

    The Ford Transit has maximum towing capacity of 2750kg for the latest model available.
    Year Body Type Braked Capacity from Braked Capacity to
    2025 Body Type: Van Braked Capacity from: 1800kg Braked Capacity to: 2750kg
    2025 Body Type: People Mover Braked Capacity from: 2500kg Braked Capacity to: 2500kg
    2025 Body Type: Single Cab Braked Capacity from: 2400kg Braked Capacity to: 2400kg
    2024 Body Type: Van Braked Capacity from: 1800kg Braked Capacity to: 3500kg
    2024 Body Type: Single Cab Braked Capacity from: 2400kg Braked Capacity to: 3500kg
    2024 Body Type: Dual Cab Braked Capacity from: 2500kg Braked Capacity to: 2500kg
    2024 Body Type: People Mover Braked Capacity from: 2500kg Braked Capacity to: 2500kg
    2023 Body Type: Van Braked Capacity from: 1700kg Braked Capacity to: 3500kg
    2023 Body Type: Single Cab Braked Capacity from: 2400kg Braked Capacity to: 3500kg
    2023 Body Type: Dual Cab Braked Capacity from: 2500kg Braked Capacity to: 3500kg
    2023 Body Type: People Mover Braked Capacity from: 2500kg Braked Capacity to: 2500kg
    2022 Body Type: Van Braked Capacity from: 1700kg Braked Capacity to: 3500kg
    2022 Body Type: Single Cab Braked Capacity from: 2400kg Braked Capacity to: 3500kg
    2022 Body Type: Dual Cab Braked Capacity from: 2500kg Braked Capacity to: 3500kg
    2022 Body Type: People Mover Braked Capacity from: 2500kg Braked Capacity to: 2500kg
    2021 Body Type: Van Braked Capacity from: 1700kg Braked Capacity to: 3500kg
    2021 Body Type: Single Cab Braked Capacity from: 2400kg Braked Capacity to: 3500kg
    2021 Body Type: People Mover Braked Capacity from: 2500kg Braked Capacity to: 2500kg
    2021 Body Type: Dual Cab Braked Capacity from: 3500kg Braked Capacity to: 3500kg
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    Ford Transit Wheel Size

    The Ford Transit has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 195x75 R16 for Van in 2025 with a wheel size that spans from 6x16 inches.
    Year Body Type Front Tyre Size Front Rim Rear Rim
    2025 Body Type: Van Front Tyre Size: 235x65 R16 Front Rim: 6.5x16 in Rear Rim: 6.5x16 in
    2025 Body Type: People Mover Front Tyre Size: 235x65 R16 Front Rim: 6.5x16 in Rear Rim: 6.5x16 in
    2025 Body Type: Single Cab Front Tyre Size: 195x75 R16 Front Rim: 6x16 in Rear Rim: 6x16 in
    2024 Body Type: Van Front Tyre Size: 235x65 R16 Front Rim: 6.5x16 in Rear Rim: 6.5x16 in
    2024 Body Type: Single Cab Front Tyre Size: 195x75 R16 Front Rim: 6x16 in Rear Rim: 6x16 in
    2024 Body Type: Dual Cab Front Tyre Size: 195x75 R16 Front Rim: 6x16 in Rear Rim: 6x16 in
    2024 Body Type: People Mover Front Tyre Size: 235x65 R16 Front Rim: 6.5x16 in Rear Rim: 6.5x16 in
    2023 Body Type: Van Front Tyre Size: 235x65 R16 Front Rim: 6.5x16 in Rear Rim: 6.5x16 in
    2023 Body Type: Single Cab Front Tyre Size: 195x75 R16 Front Rim: 6x16 in Rear Rim: 6x16 in
    2023 Body Type: Dual Cab Front Tyre Size: 195x75 R16C Front Rim: 6x16 in Rear Rim: 6x16 in
    2023 Body Type: People Mover Front Tyre Size: 235x65 R16C Front Rim: 6x16 in Rear Rim: 6x16 in
    2022 Body Type: Van Front Tyre Size: 235x65 R16 Front Rim: 6.5x16 in Rear Rim: 6.5x16 in
    2022 Body Type: Single Cab Front Tyre Size: 195x75 R16 Front Rim: 6x16 in Rear Rim: 6x16 in
    2022 Body Type: Dual Cab Front Tyre Size: 195x75 R16C Front Rim: 6x16 in Rear Rim: 6x16 in
    2022 Body Type: People Mover Front Tyre Size: 235x65 R16C Front Rim: 6x16 in Rear Rim: 6x16 in
    2021 Body Type: Van Front Tyre Size: 235x65 R16C Front Rim: — Rear Rim: —
    2021 Body Type: Single Cab Front Tyre Size: 195x75 R16C Front Rim: — Rear Rim: —
    2021 Body Type: People Mover Front Tyre Size: 235x65 R16C Front Rim: — Rear Rim: —
    2021 Body Type: Dual Cab Front Tyre Size: 195x75 R16C Front Rim: — Rear Rim: —
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    Ford Transit Engine

    The single electric motor in the E-Transit makes 198kW of power and 430Nm of torque, making it easily the quickest member of the Transit family.

    Shown above are engine details for the Ford Transit 2023.

    Ford Transit Seats

    The standard seating layout of the Transit is a bucket seat for the driver with a two-seat bench for the apprentice and the dog. Strangely, you can option a two-seat layout that costs extra and seems like a backward step to us.

    Shown above are seat details for the Ford Transit 2023.

    Ford Transit Colours

    Frozen White
    Magnetic
    Moondust Silver
    To confirm current colour availability, please check the manufacturer's website. Shown above are the colours for the Ford Transit.

    Ford Transit Interior

    Recent Transit models have all featured a clever approach to interior layout, confirming the suspicion that somebody who uses vans helped in the design. There are loads of cubby spaces, charging points and bottle holders, and enough shelf-like storage overhead to keep any driver happy.

    Shown above are interior details for the Ford Transit 2023.

    Ford Transit Fuel consumption

    The Ford Transit is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by Diesel fuel type(s)
    Year Body Type Fuel Consumption* Engine Fuel Type Transmission
    2025 Body Type: Van Fuel Consumption: — Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: Diesel Transmission: 8 SP AUTO
    2025 Body Type: People Mover Fuel Consumption: — Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: Diesel Transmission: 10 SP AUTO
    2025 Body Type: Single Cab Fuel Consumption: — Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: Diesel Transmission: 10 SP AUTO
    2024 Body Type: Van Fuel Consumption: — Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: Diesel Transmission: 10 SP AUTO
    2024 Body Type: Single Cab Fuel Consumption: — Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: Diesel Transmission: 10 SP AUTO
    2024 Body Type: Dual Cab Fuel Consumption: — Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: Diesel Transmission: 6 SP MAN
    2024 Body Type: People Mover Fuel Consumption: — Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: Diesel Transmission: 10 SP AUTO
    2023 Body Type: Van Fuel Consumption: — Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: Diesel Transmission: 10 SP AUTO
    2023 Body Type: Single Cab Fuel Consumption: — Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: Diesel Transmission: 10 SP AUTO
    2023 Body Type: Dual Cab Fuel Consumption: — Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: Diesel Transmission: 6 SP MAN
    2023 Body Type: People Mover Fuel Consumption: — Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: Diesel Transmission: 10 SP AUTO
    2022 Body Type: Van Fuel Consumption: — Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: Diesel Transmission: 10 SP AUTO
    2022 Body Type: Single Cab Fuel Consumption: — Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: Diesel Transmission: 10 SP AUTO
    2022 Body Type: Dual Cab Fuel Consumption: — Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: Diesel Transmission: 6 SP MAN
    2022 Body Type: People Mover Fuel Consumption: — Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: Diesel Transmission: 10 SP AUTO
    2021 Body Type: Van Fuel Consumption: — Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: Diesel Transmission: 6 SP AUTO
    2021 Body Type: Single Cab Fuel Consumption: — Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: Diesel Transmission: 10 SP AUTO
    2021 Body Type: People Mover Fuel Consumption: — Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: Diesel Transmission: 10 SP AUTO
    2021 Body Type: Dual Cab Fuel Consumption: — Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: Diesel Transmission: 6 SP MAN
    *Combined fuel consumption
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    Ford Transit Boot Space

    Cargo space is key here, and somehow, Ford has managed to keep the E-Transit's cargo capacity exactly the same as a diesel Transit's. Payloads have been maintained, too, with both mid and high-roof models capable of more than 1500kg. But towing? Not on the E-Transit's agenda.

    Ford Transit boot space

    Ford Transit Speed

    The instant torque of the electric motor in the Transit gives it a pretty good step-off from the lights. No, that's not the point of the vehicle, but it'll help when it's fully loaded. Top speed is limited to 130km/h.

    Shown above are speed details for the Ford Transit 2023.

    Ford Transit Range

    A 68kWh battery endows the E-Transit with up to 307km of range based on the WLTP test procedure. Expect something like 20kW per 100km in the real world. But like any EV, the van will shine in stop-start traffic conditions.

    Shown above are range details for the Ford Transit 2023.