Ford has revealed the E-Transit Courier, a ground-up new all-electric van which will join the larger E-Transit and E-Transit Custom models in 2024. 

The E-Transit Courier has been completely redesigned around a larger, more flexible cargo area that delivers 26 per cent more load volume than the outgoing diesel model, plus increased payload and space for two Euro pallets. 

The powertrain includes a 134bhp motor and one-pedal driving capability. Full details of the battery and range will be confirmed closer to launch, but it’s expected the van will have a range of around 200 miles. Ford is targeting an 11 kW AC overnight home charge in 5.7 hours.The van offers DC fast charge capability up to 100kW. Ford expects the system to add 54 miles of range in 10 minutes, and charge from 10-80 per cent in less than 35 minutes. 

The E-Transit Courier’s all-new body design delivers increased load capacity in all dimensions. Width between the rear wheelarches is 1,220mm, enabling the compact van to carry two Euro pallets for the first time. Total cargo volume is now 2.9 m3, 26 per cent more than the outgoing model. This can be further increased using the new load-through bulkhead feature, which enables customers to carry items such as planks or pipe over 2,600mm long. 

Maximum payload for the all-electric model is 700kg, with a maximum towing weight of 750kg. Ford expects E-Transit Courier’s maintenance costs to be at least 35 per cent lower than on diesel-powered models. 

All-new E-Transit Courier will make its public debut at the Commercial Vehicle Show in Birmingham, from April 18-20, and is scheduled to enter production later in 2024. Customers will be able to order petrol- and diesel-engine Transit Courier models from summer 2023 for delivery before the end of the year.

The Courier is expected to have a range of around 200 miles