Ford Transit. Now with front-wheel drive L5 chassis and two types of sleeper cabs (video)

The Ford Transit is a model that has been in production for 67 years. Its latest version of the longest wheelbase chassis, the L5, features front-wheel drive, an optional automatic transmission and car-like systems. In addition, it offers the most comfortable cabin in its segment.

The chassis of the Ford Transit L5 with front-wheel drive is an excellent base for a 10-passenger van body. Cars of this class are popular in long-distance transportation and complement transportation with cars with a gross weight of more than 12 tons.

The single cabin Transit L5 can accommodate up to three people. In addition, it can be extended with a berth - in the version of the upper or rear cab. The sleeping cabin allows you to spend the night in any weather conditions and can be equipped with additional heating and, for example, a kettle, refrigerator or multimedia equipment.

Ford Transit. New generation of engines and front-wheel drive

One of the changes in the latest version of the Ford Transit L5 is the use of front-wheel drive. It is lighter - by almost 100 kg - than the classic rear-wheel drive system, which has a positive effect on the vehicle's load capacity. Front-wheel drive also reduces fuel consumption.

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Under the hood of the front-wheel drive chassis of the Ford Transit L5 are advanced New EcoBlue engines that comply with the strict Euro VID emission standards. Cars are equipped with 2-liter diesel units. They are available in two versions: 130 hp. with a maximum torque of 360 Nm or 160 hp. with a maximum torque of 390 Nm.

Power is transmitted through a six-speed manual transmission. The offer also includes a 6-speed SelectShift automatic transmission. It also provides manual shifting and the ability to lock individual gears.

Ford Transit. Longest wheelbase in the segment

The L5 designation is dedicated to the cab version of the Ford Transit chassis with the longest wheelbase on offer. It is 4522 mm, which makes it the longest in the entire van segment up to 3,5 tons. The sturdy ladder frame chassis provides a flat and solid foundation for building.

The maximum body length for the Transit L5 is 5337 mm and the maximum external body width is 2400 mm. This means that 10 euro pallets fit in the back of the van.

The front-wheel drive used has reduced the height of the rear frame by 100 mm compared to the rear-wheel drive option. Now it is 635 mm.

Ford Transit. Driver assistance systems worthy of cars

Over the years, delivery vans have been developed with little concern for driver and passenger comfort. The latest Transit L5 offers more than just comfortable seats and advanced multimedia solutions. In the list of its equipment, you can find equipment worthy of well-equipped passenger car models.

The options list also includes intelligent cruise control with iSLD intelligent speed limiter. Advanced radar technology allows you to detect slower moving vehicles and adjust your speed while maintaining a safe distance from the vehicle in front. When traffic starts moving faster, the Transit L5 will also speed up to the speed set in the cruise control. In addition, the system detects road signs and automatically reduces speed according to the current speed limit.

The new Ford Transit L5 is also available with Pre-Collision Assist and an advanced lane-keeping system. The first monitors the road in front of the car and analyzes the distance to other vehicles and pedestrians. If the driver does not respond to warning signals, the collision avoidance system pre-pressurizes the brake system and can automatically apply the brakes to mitigate the effects of a collision. Lane Keeping Assist warns the driver of unintentional lane changes by vibration of the steering wheel. If there is no response, the driver will feel the force of the assistance on the steering wheel, which will direct the car into the desired lane.

One of the more interesting options available on the long-haul Ford is the heated windshield Quickclear, known from the manufacturer's passenger cars. The driver can also choose between Normal and Eco driving modes, while the Vehicle Condition Monitoring System analyzes the data and helps keep the engine running at peak performance.

In addition to Bluetooth®, USB and steering wheel controls, the AM/FM radio with DAB+ comes standard with a MyFord Dock phone holder. Thanks to him, the smartphone will always find a central and convenient place on the dashboard.

The vehicle comes standard with a FordPass Connect modem that, thanks to the Live Traffic feature, will provide up-to-date traffic data and change the route based on road conditions.

The FordPass app will allow you to remotely lock and unlock your car using your smartphone, search for a route to a parked car on the map, and notify you when an alarm is triggered. In addition, it will allow you to read more than 150 possible information about the technical condition of the car.

All this is complemented by automatic wipers and automatic headlights. The latter can be presented in the form of bi-xenon headlights with LED daytime running lights.

Ford Transit. Multimedia system with Android Auto and Car Play

Transit L5 can be equipped with Ford SYNC 3 multimedia system with 8-inch color touch screen and steering wheel controls. It is equipped with satellite navigation, digital DAB / AM / FM radio and Bluetooth hands-free kit, two USB connectors. The Apple CarPlay and Android Auto apps also offer full smartphone integration.

SYNC 3's list of features also includes the ability to control your phone, music, apps, navigation system with simple voice commands and the ability to listen to text messages aloud.

Technical data of cars in photos

Ford Transit L5 EU20DXG Backsleeper (Dark Carmine Red Metallic)

2.0 New 130 HP EcoBlue M6 FWD engine

manual transmission M6

The vehicle was fitted with a Carpol body with 400 mm high symmetrically divided aluminum sides and a vertical cassette closure. The housing is adjustable within 300 mm in internal height. The floor is made of waterproof anti-slip plywood 15 mm thick. The internal dimensions of the development are 4850 mm / 2150 mm / 2200 mm-2400 mm (lowered-raised roof).

The list of additional accessories for the body includes, among other things, the driver's cabin canopy, folding side anti-bike covers and a tool box with a capacity of 45 liters, a water tank with a tap and a container for liquid soap.

The rear sleeper cabin is equipped with a 54 cm wide mattress, large ergonomic storage compartments under the bed and independent lighting.

Ford Transit L5 EU20DXL Topsleeper (Metallic Blue paint)

2.0 New 130 HP EcoBlue M6 FWD engine

manual transmission M6

The Partner body is an aluminum body with 400 mm high aluminum sides and an awning. Internal dimensions 5200 mm / 2200 mm / 2300 mm.

The floor is made of non-slip plywood, double-sided foiled with a mesh print on one side. The cab of the car was fixed with a crossbar in the form of aluminum profiles, and the sleeper cab with side fairings was painted in body color.

Additionally, a car in this design can be equipped with a parking heater, underrun protection, a tool box and a water tank.

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