Ford Transit Custom

Why entrepreneurs choose the Ford Transit Custom L1H1 (black)

• Compact and manoeuvrable in urban areas

• Professional look in black lacquer

• Strong towing capacity within its class

• Suitable for intensive daily use

The black version is popular with entrepreneurs who value functionality as well as representativeness towards customers.

History of the Ford Transit Custom

• Since 2012 on the market

• Facelift in 2018

• New generation from 2023

• One of the best-selling commercial vehicles in Europe for years

The Transit Custom was developed as a mid-range commercial vehicle between compact vans and larger Transits

Dimensions and loading space

L1H1 – Short wheelbase / low roof

• Length: approx. 4.97 meters

• Loading volume: approx. 5.8 – 6.0 m³

• Loading length: approx. 2.55 meters

• Loading space height: approx. 1.40 meters

• Width between wheel arches: approx. 1.39 meters

Practical information

• Load capacity up to approx. 1,000 – 1,200 kg

• Suitable for Euro pallets

• Loading option under passenger seat

A good balance between external dimensions and loading capacity.

Towing weight

• Up to approx. 2,500 – 2,800 kg braked, depending on version

This makes the Transit Custom one of the more powerful tractors in the segment.

Engines and technology

Diesel

• 2.0 EcoBlue diesel

  • Power from approx. 110 to 170+ hp

  • Manual or automatic

  • Equipped with AdBlue (Euro 6)

Electric (new generation)

• E-Transit Custom

  • Fully electric

  • Range up to over 300 km (WLTP, depending on version)

Practical consumption

• Diesel: average between 1 in 14 and 1 in 17

• Strongly dependent on load, driving style and usage

Reliability and maintenance

Plus points

• Strong chassis and suitable for heavy use

• Large service network

• Parts readily available

Points of attention (weaker points)

• AdBlue systems can be sensitive when making many short journeys

• EGR pollution during intensive urban use

• EcoBlue engines require a strict maintenance schedule

• Electric variant relatively new → shorter practical history

Environmental zones and zero-emission zones

• Euro 6 diesel (before 2025 registration): temporary access

• New diesel (after 2025): limited access

• Electric: unlimited access

• From 2030: only emission-free permitted in many inner cities

For city-oriented entrepreneurs, electric is becoming increasingly relevant.

Ford Transit Custom offer on Bedrijfswagen.nl

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Ford Transit Custom L1H1 business financing

Advantages

• Economic ownership

• VAT to be reclaimed

• Fixed monthly costs

• Also possible for starters

Financing can be provided by The Mobility Financier.