Ford Transit Courier Review 2024

January 2024

Production of new Ford Transit Courier starts

The all-new Ford Transit Courier is now delivering enhanced productivity and connectivity for customers, with the first examples of the lead-in Transit model now arriving with businesses across Europe.

To maximise productivity, Transit Courier has been completely redesigned around a larger and more flexible cargo area that delivers 25 per cent more load volume than the outgoing model, offering space for two Euro pallets and increased payload.

Bold exterior design makes Transit Courier a desirable, eye-catching billboard for operators’ businesses. Inside, the all-new load area and cabin design include customer-led features to boost productivity and comfort while at work. A comprehensive array of driver assistance technologies has also made Transit Courier the first van to receive a platinum safety award from Euro NCAP according to their most recent testing standards.

The all-new Transit Courier is fully integrated with Ford Pro’s platform of software and connected services to drive efficient operation, whether for owner-operators or large fleets – including uptime-boosting Ford Pro Software management tools and Ford Pro Service to reduce cost of ownership.

Production of the all-new Transit Courier with petrol and diesel powertrains is now underway at Ford Otosan’s Craiova plant, Romania, which is undergoing a €490 million reinvention. The Courier range will be completed by the electric E-Transit Courier model, with order books opening later this year.

Transit Courier combines a bold new-look exterior with significantly enhanced capabilities. The space-efficient squared form delivers increased load capacity in all dimensions, while its short overhangs and SUV-inspired design emphasise its toughness and capability.

Cargo length has been increased by 181mm to 1,802mm, and new rear suspension with angled shock absorbers increases the load width between the wheelarches to 1,220mm. This means the compact van can now carry two Euro pallets. Total cargo volume is 2.9m3, 25 per cent more than the outgoing model. This can be further increased using the optional new load-through bulkhead which enables customers to carry items such as planks or pipe over 2,600mm long.

Customers can now choose between a standard payload model, or a high payload version fitted with dual-rate springs to handle maximum gross payload of up to 854kg – an increase of over 45 percent compared with the outgoing model. Maximum towing weight for all variants is 1,100kg.

All panel vans feature 180-degree opening rear cargo doors and six floor tie-down points as standard. LED loadspace lighting, rubber or wooden floor covers and half-height cargo stowage rails are available to help operators use the load area more efficiently.

For businesses requiring enhanced security for their vehicle and its contents, Ford Pro is partnering with vehicle security experts TVL to offer a range of convenient factory-fit lock packs, to provide improved protection against a range of threats including physical attack.

Transit Courier’s high level of built-in technology is headlined by a “digiboard” instrument panel containing a digital instrument cluster and eight-inch centre touchscreen with Ford’s latest SYNC 4 connectivity system.Subscription-based Connected Navigation can boost productivity and reduce driver workload with updates on traffic, parking and local hazards. Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility is standard.

The onboard connectivity is powered by a built-in modem as standard, 8 enabling always-on connectivity with the Ford Pro ecosystem and wireless software updates that can evolve the vehicle’s capability over time without requiring a dealer visit.

For drivers who need regular access to their smartphone, a built-in dashboard phone mounting fin is standard on all Transit Courier vans. This removes the need for a vent or windscreen mount and keeps the phone in a safe but visible location.

New in-cab storage solutions keep the paperwork, devices and cables necessary for a day’s work organised. Drivers benefit from easy-access open storage behind the digiboard and above the glovebox as well as storage for tablets or A4 pads in the centre console. The door bin inserts feature a separator and a holder large enough for 1.5-litre bottles.

The FordPass Pro mobile app is available to assist busy small business owners who manage their own vehicles. The complimentary smartphone app enables customers to remotely lock and unlock their van, check its location, track fuel spending, and receive health alerts for fluid levels, tyre pressures, oil life and brake condition to help prevent costly breakdowns.

Customers with five or more vehicles can also benefit from one year of complimentary access to the tailored features of Ford Pro Telematics. 10 The system uses live data to help maximise productivity, including dashboards on vehicle location, health and servicing status.

Ford Pro Software users can also benefit from enhanced vehicle security alerts for collisions and break-ins. With Fleet Start Inhibit, fleet managers can remotely enable and disable Transit Courier to help prevent theft or unauthorised use outside of work hours.

The modem also powers connection to FORDLiive, which in 2023 enabled over 700,000 days of additional vehicle availability across Europe worth around €319 million to customers. Ford Pro Service support also includes 800 Transit Centres – more dedicated commercial vehicle service centres than any other van brand.

The all-new Transit Courier introduces a 125PS variant of Ford’s efficient 1.0-litre EcoBoost petrol engine, offered alongside the 100PS version of the same engine, which has been optimised to produce less CO2 and improve fuel efficiency in comparison to previous models1.

The EcoBoost powertrain is paired with a six-speed manual gearbox, or a new seven-speed dual clutch transmission to support customers who often drive in stop-start traffic. The system’s twin gearsets enable smooth, fast gearshifts with no loss of torque to improve low-speed efficiency 1 and the driving experience.

A 100PS 1.5-litre EcoBlue diesel engine is available for customers with higher-mileage use cases, teamed with a six-speed manual transmission.

Taking advantage of the advanced features and enhanced capability offered by Ford’s latest compact vehicle platform, Transit Courier raises the standards within the segment with a Platinum NCAP-award-winning suite of advanced driver assistance systems. Standard fitment includes:

Lane-Keeping System
Pre-Collision Assist
Intelligent Speed Assist
Rear parking sensors

For more peace of mind during urban driving, customers can also specify systems including:

Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control – with Stop & Go and Lane Centring with the automatic transmission
Blind Spot Information System with Cross Traffic Alert
Intersection Assist
Reverse Brake Assist

The all-new Transit Courier is available in a choice of four attractive series options: Leader, Trend, Limited and Active. The well-equipped Limited series includes desirable standard features such as 16-inch alloy wheels, a rear-view camera, front parking sensors, keyless start and a wireless device charging pad.

The adventurous Active series extends the SUV-led design features with unique wheel arch mouldings, front and rear skid plates, roof rails and 17-inch black alloy wheels with machined face elements.