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Ford Tourneo Custom I (facelift 2018) L1 2.0 TDCi (170 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Ford Tourneo Custom:
The Ford Transit Custom is a mid-sized, front wheel drive van produced by Ford Europe since 2012. It marked a split in the Transit range, with the Custom being the smaller version and the Ford Transit being the larger. Similar to other Transit variants, the passenger versions were branded Tourneo Custom.
The Ford Transit Custom was unveiled at the 2012 Commercial Vehicle Show at the National Exhibition Centre in Birmingham, England. Currently, the Transit Custom is not sold in the United States and Canada, but it is sold in Mexico. It was not sold in China until 2016. An updated version with mild styling changes and a new engine family was introduced in 2017....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I (facelift 2018) L1 Overview:
Ford Tourneo Custom (I (facelift 2018) L1). With 405 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~7.7 l/100km). At around 2400 kg, it’s on the heavier side. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 175 km/h. A large vehicle designed for transporting goods or groups of people. With seating for 8, it’s perfect for larger families.
2.0 TDCi (170 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Combines the robust power of the 170 Hp diesel with the comfort and ease of an automatic transmission, ideal for long journeys and heavy loads.
Fuel Economy
Slightly higher fuel consumption than the manual counterpart, but still reasonable for a powerful automatic van, offering a good trade-off for convenience.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Highly versatile and spacious interior
- • Wide range of efficient diesel and hybrid engines
- • Improved interior quality and technology post-facelift
- • Comfortable ride for a commercial-based vehicle
- • Strong towing capabilities
- • Good safety rating for its class
Cons:
- • Still drives like a large van, not a car
- • Some interior plastics can feel utilitarian
- • Fuel economy can be high on more powerful automatic variants
- • Limited refinement compared to dedicated passenger MPVs
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I L1: 2012 - 2017).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Tourneo Custom |
| Generation: | I (facelift 2018) L1 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 TDCi (170 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2018 |
| End of production: | 2023 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Van |
| Seats: | 8-9 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
| Power: | 170 Hp @ 3500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 85.2 Hp/l [1mm more] |
| Torque: | 405 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | YNFS, YNF6 More details about the engine YNFS, YNF6 |
| Engine displacement: | 1995 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 9.8 l |
| Coolant: | 11.2 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 7.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.1 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6b |
| Maximum speed: | 175 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 14.1 kg/Hp, 70.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.9 kg/Nm, 168.8 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2400 |
| Max. weight: | 3240 |
| Max load: | 840 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 1150 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1050 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| AdBlue tank: | 21 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4973 mm mm [1mm more] |
| Width: | 2032 mm mm [46mm more] |
| Height: | 1979 mm mm [152mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2933 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.6 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Tires size | 215/65 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
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