New Ford Transit Custom 2024 review | batchreviews (James Batchelor)

Meet the new Ford Transit Custom. And as icons go, the Transit is right up there with the greatest.

Launched in 65, the Transit changed the way vans could and should be. And, over the decades, the Transit has flourished into a family of models which have dominated the van market. Owned and driven by anyone, it really has become what the marketeers named it as – 'Transit – Backbone of Britain'.

So, with all this heritage, has Ford buckled under the pressure with the new one?

You'll have to watch to find out, but first, here are some details.

It's powered by a range of engines – there are diesels, a petrol PHEV and a fully-electric version. There are high roofs, four-wheel-drive ones, buses and there's even a brand new variant called the MultiCab.

It gets independent rear suspension, some clever new pieces of tech such as 'Delivery Assist', and the interior is as plush as you'll find in a Ford car.

Watch the video to find out what I think of it.

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If I look a bit familiar then you might have seen me on Carbuyer and Auto Express YouTube channels.

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00:00 - Intro
01:58 - Interior
02:27 - Infotainment
02:39 - Mobile Office Pack
03:00 - Design
03:04 - Dimensions
03:18 - Load space
03:48 - Variants/Models
03:55 - MultiCab
04:03 - Engines
04:22 - Electric E-Transit
04:41 - Driving
10:19 - Delivery Assist
10:42 - Ford Pro Upfit Integration System
10:56 - Verdict

[bigeein]

Has Ford addressed
1, the wet belt issues ?
2, Clogged oil pick up/oil pump issues ?
3, are Ford undersealing the body’s to prevent surface rust ?
4, have they improved vehicle security? Transits are well known to be weak in this department ?
5, ev what warranty do you get with the Battery/ Price to replace battery ?
6, the towing capacity of the EV & Hybrid are over a ton less than the diesel’s capabilities.

All valid questions for tradesmen when considering a purchase/investment for there company. This is style second review I’ve watched and neither has touched on the above points. Buyers need a real time, real life review, not a sales pitch.

[kraftegor]

I know a lot of people have had issues with the transit custom. I have a 2020 ford transit custom sport panel van, new from a dealer, now done just over 100K not had a single problem, except some surface rust spots, infotainment freezes occasionally (can reset using power + fast forward button press combo). Compared to the Renault Master I had before that was constantly in the garage with electrical problems, not to mention a hole that appeared in the rear floor at 50k. The ford is so effortless and comfortable to work in and these new models look just as good at first look.

[tahirhussain]

Top marks on an excellent review. As per usual Ford have listened to their customers and come up trumps again. It always amazes me how other vehicle manufacturers take their clients for granted, while Ford actively encourages its customers to help enhance the product. Look forward to driving the latest version of the well deserved best seller.

[neilburns]

The amount of thought and detail that has gone into the new 2024 style Ford Transit is just incredible.

[HenryPalfrey]

Another excellent review, Ford Transit, still the best.

[liamcinq]

Very polished James but not many shots of the interior which you mentioned a few times.

Found your article on M Brewer on Car Dealer, will look out for more articles.

Keep up the good work.

[michaelf.h]

Why make the cargo space smaller ? Mechanically challenged with a wet cam-belt . Not for my business

[TurkVladimir]

Thanks Great Presentation Video Very Clear Camera

[KRAZEEIZATION]

A friend both one last March and it’s giving lots of electronic problems. Recently it’s been in the workshop for 2 weeks and still not solved. Also heavier on fuel than the previous model.

[boyasaka]

What is the price on the new transit compared to all its rivals ( Vauxhall, Citroen, Peugeot, etc etc

[FleetAdmiral]

Batch, Transit Probably the best thing Ford makes nowadays.

[mikeowen]

Hope its a lot better than the model with the wet cam belt which is a major problem or a plumber mate as had a new clutch 3000 miles but they look great forget reliability

[tajmahal]

I work up and down the country
something I could do with
Carrying my luggage
my Favourite colour too
Perfect review 👌

[derekmoore]

Okay looking van, well equipped with lots of toys.
They'll be handy to play with when that pile of crap wet belt lets you down and your parked up waiting for the recovery truck.

[davidhayes]

Decent and enthusiastic review. Of course vans make most sense when loaded…… which is something conspicuous by its absence in most reviews. The same applies to 7 seat SUVs.

[Neil-Aspinall]

I could not get over how good the 2020 models were/are.

[boyasaka]

My 2019 transit With 40k miles on clock
Drivers seat bolster material has totally worn away, and split, ya would think I’ve done 300k miles and get in and out van 200 times i day ( but I don’t )
The steering wheel grip / covering has totally worn away and it’s now super smooth and dull
The auxiliary batter caught fire when car was 2 years old with 20k miles on clock
The infortainment system often freezes and after a few days un freezes and starts to work again,
Other than them issues, it’s never missed a beat which should’ve expected seen as only 4 years old with 40k miles

[Paul-rxh]

Great.
Job for making a more customizable style.Fleet Van that the US needs badly.Somebody needed to make one Toyota.Sure won't bring one to the U.S!!

[travelcampervansandmore]

That digital dashboard is truly horrible and fiddling through the different menus of the central screen makes you take your eyes off the road which is potentially dangerous.

[stephenwilliams]

Is this the transit with the engine with the wet belts if it is stay away