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<\/p>\nFord has announced further enhancements for the Transit Connect, which includes better fuel efficiency and a 1.0-tonne payload for the first time.<\/p>\n
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The Transit Connect light commercial vehicle now offers up to 2,501 kg gross vehicle mass (GVM) on selected variants, increasing the maximum payload to 982 kg and improving productivity for owners and operators by enabling them to carry heavier loads.<\/p>\n
\u201cTransit Connect is already popular with fleets across Europe, and the latest enhancements make it even more compelling,\u201d said Hans Schep, general manager, Commercial Vehicles, Ford of Europe. \u201cReducing emissions and fuel costs while improving payloads helps fleets transport more cargo or fit extra equipment while maintaining maximum efficiency.\u201d<\/p>\n
According to Ford, no light commercial vehicle in its class delivers better fuel efficiency than the Transit Connect \u2013 helping businesses to save on operating costs and reduce their carbon footprint.<\/p>\n
The best-selling Transit Connect model \u2013 the L1 Trend \u2013 delivers 68.8mpg fuel efficiency and 109\u00a0g\/km of CO2\u00a0emissions NEDC (55.3mpg, 134\u00a0g\/km WLTP) using Ford\u2019s advanced 1.5-litre EcoBlue diesel engine with a choice of 75PS and 120PS power ratings, and a six-speed manual gearbox. New, low rolling resistance tyres further contribute to optimised fuel efficiency.<\/p>\n
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Ford says it responded directly to customer feedback to enhance the Transit Connect\u2019s load-carrying capability and offer an improved payload of up to 982kg \u2013 an increase of 79kg over previous versions \u2013 with no compromise in versatility or fuel efficiency. Optimising wheel and tyre configurations as well as removing the dual passenger seat option contribute to the increased payload allowance. The dual passenger seat option remains available for derivatives with lower GVM.<\/p>\n
Customers requiring the 2,501kg GVM and 982kg maximum payload can still choose from a range of powertrains to best suit their operating requirements, including 100PS or 120PS 1.5\u2011litre EcoBlue diesel engines with six-speed manual or eight-speed automatic transmissions \u2013 for effortless and refined load-hauling.<\/p>\n
Ford has also approved its range of 1.5-litre EcoBlue diesel engines for use with HVO fuel following a comprehensive testing programme to ensure servicing and performance would remain unaffected.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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