Eilidh McNaughton
2023 Ford Transit Trail revealed for “van life” enthusiasts
A Ford Transit Trail has appeared in the US, differing from the European model with V6 power, standard all-wheel drive and swivel seats.
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2022 Ford Transit - Base
2.0L, 6-speed manual, 4-door Panel Van, Diesel, RWD
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Overview
Variant
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Variant
Pro
Body type
Panel Van
Body type
Panel Van
Engine size
2.0 L
Engine size
1.6 L
Drive type
Rear
Drive type
Front
Fuel efficiency (combined)
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Fuel efficiency (combined)
6.6 / 100 km
Power and torque
125kW / 390Nm
Power and torque
85kW / 300Nm
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1212km
Warranty
5 years
Warranty
5 years
Doors
4
Doors
4
Seats
3
Seats
3
Fuel type
Diesel
Fuel type
Diesel
Safety rating
—
Safety rating
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Specifications
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Cruise Control
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Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Other Months Subscription Included: 0
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Voice Activating System
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Navigation System: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Voice Activating System
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Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Display Type: Colour
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Screen Size (in): 8.0
Traffic Info: yes
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Display Type: Colour
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Screen Size (in): 7.0
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Assistance
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Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Remote Services
Beep Flash: yes
Find My Car: yes
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Send Destination To Car: yes
Remote Services
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Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Programmable Settings: yes
Type: Manual
Smart Card/Smart Key
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USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
Driver Modes
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Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
Standard Met: Eu6.2 (C And D-Temp)
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 174
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Bore Engine: 84.0
Engine (cc): 1995
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 90.0
Engine
Bore Engine: 80.0
Engine (cc): 1598
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: R9m 408
Engine (L): 1.6
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 79.5
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Diesel Common Rail
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Diesel Common Rail
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 25.1
Main Capacity (L): 95
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 20.9
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 21.1
Main Capacity (L): 80
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 17.6
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 8.0
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 4.2
Display Screen
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Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1212
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 753
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 15.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 6.6
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 43
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 36
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 16.9
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 5.9
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 48
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 40
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 12.7
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 7.9
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 36
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 30
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 170
Maximum Power (kW): 125
Maximum Torque (Nm): 390
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 3500
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1600
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 116
Maximum Power (kW): 85
Maximum Torque (Nm): 300
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 3500
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1500
Fuel Economy
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Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 6.6
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Description: Manual
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Dash
Type: Manual
Transmission
Code: PF6
Description: Manual
Number of Speeds: 6
Type: Manual
Terrain Type Selection
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Terrain Type Selection
Includes TR ESP Adjustment: yes
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Leaf
Rear Type: Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Type: Torsion Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Semi-Independent
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 235
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 235
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 107
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: T
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 205
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 107
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: T
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 205
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Steel
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Location: 1
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Steel
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Steel
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.0
Location: 1
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Steel
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.0
Mud Flaps
Front Mud Flaps Location: Front
Rear Mud Flaps Location: Rear
Mud Flaps
Rear Mud Flaps Location: Rear
Body Style
Body Type: Panel Van
Cab Type: Single Cab
Local Body Type: Panel Van
Platform Code: V36x
Roof Type: Semi-High
Wheelbase Type: Long
Body Style
Body Type: Panel Van
Local Body Type: Panel Van
Platform Code: X82
Roof Type: Standard
Wheelbase Type: Short
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Rear
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Rear
Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Volume (cu ft): 388.5
Cargo Volume (L): 11000
Height (in): 70.3
Height (mm): 1786
Length (in): 137.6
Length (mm): 3494
Loading Floor Height (in): 25.4
Loading Floor Height (mm): 646
Standard Measurement: Manufacturer'S Own
Width Between Wheelhouses (in): 54.8
Width Between Wheelhouses (mm): 1392
Width (in): 70.2
Width (mm): 1784
Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Volume (cu ft): 183.6
Cargo Volume (L): 5200
Height (in): 54.6
Height (mm): 1387
Length (in): 99.9
Length (mm): 2537
Loading Floor Height (in): 21.7
Loading Floor Height (mm): 552
Standard Measurement: Manufacturer'S Own
Width Between Wheelhouses (in): 49.9
Width Between Wheelhouses (mm): 1268
Width (in): 65.4
Width (mm): 1662
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 13300
Front Overhang (in): 40.3
Front Overhang (mm): 1023
Front Track (in): 68.2
Front Track (mm): 1732
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 43.6
Overall Height (in): 100.1
Overall Height (mm): 2543
Overall Length (in): 235.5
Overall Length (mm): 5981
Overall Width Folded Mirror (in): 83.1
Overall Width Folded Mirror (mm): 2112
Overall Width (in): 83.1
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 97.4
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2474
Overall Width (mm): 2112
Rear Overhang (in): 47.6
Rear Overhang (mm): 1208
Rear Track (in): 69.3
Rear Track (mm): 1759
Wheelbase (in): 147.6
Wheelbase (mm): 3750
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11800
Front Overhang (in): 36.7
Front Overhang (mm): 933
Front Track (in): 63.6
Front Track (mm): 1615
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 6.3
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 160
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 38.7
Overall Height (in): 77.6
Overall Height (mm): 1971
Overall Length (in): 196.8
Overall Length (mm): 4999
Overall Width (in): 77.0
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 89.9
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2283
Overall Width (mm): 1956
Rear Overhang (in): 38.1
Rear Overhang (mm): 968
Rear Track (in): 64.1
Rear Track (mm): 1628
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 40.7
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 12400
Wheelbase (in): 122.0
Wheelbase (mm): 3098
Cargo Doors
Driver Height (in): 63.0
Driver Height (mm): 1600
Driver Location: Driver
Driver Opening Angle: 0
Driver Operation: Sliding
Driver Width (in): 51.2
Driver Width (mm): 1300
Passenger Height (in): 63.0
Passenger Height (mm): 1600
Location: Passenger
Passenger Operation: Sliding
Passenger Width (in): 51.2
Passenger Width (mm): 1300
Rear Height (in): 64.9
Rear Height (mm): 1648
Location: Rear
Rear Opening Angle: 270
Rear Operation: Double Hinged
Rear Width (in): 61.6
Rear Width (mm): 1565
Cargo Doors
Driver Internal Handles: yes
Driver Location: Driver
Driver Opening Angle: 0
Driver Operation: Sliding
Passenger Height (in): 50.6
Passenger Height (mm): 1284
Location: Passenger
Passenger Operation: Sliding
Passenger Width (in): 40.6
Passenger Width (mm): 1030
Rear Height (in): 52.0
Rear Height (mm): 1320
Rear Internal Handles: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Opening Angle: 0
Rear Operation: Lifting Gate
Rear Width (in): 54.8
Rear Width (mm): 1391
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Sliding
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Complex Surface
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Complex Surface
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
LED Lights
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LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Paint
External Colour: Silver
Type: Gloss
Paint
External Colour: Gray
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Wide Angle Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Wide Angle Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Rear Side Windows
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Rear Side Windows
Location: Driver
Driver Type: Fixed
Location: Passenger
Passenger Type: Fixed
Weights
Front Axle Weight (kg): 1750
Front Axle Weight (lb): 3858
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1700
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3748
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Train Weight (kg): 5650
Gross Train Weight (lb): 12456
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 3550
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 7826
Payload Allowance (kg): 1171
Payload Allowance (lb): 2582
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2376
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 5238
Rear Axle Weight (kg): 2250
Rear Axle Weight (lb): 4960
Tare Weight (kg): 2304
Weights
Front Axle Weight (kg): 1585
Front Axle Weight (lb): 3494
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2000
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 4409
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2900
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 6393
Kerb Weight Includes Driver: yes
Payload Allowance (kg): 1235
Payload Allowance (lb): 2723
Payload Inc Driver (kg): 1310
Payload Inc Driver (lb): 2888
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1665
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3671
Rear Axle Weight (kg): 1650
Rear Axle Weight (lb): 3638
Tare Weight (kg): 1606
Audio System
Audio Player Reads MP3: yes
Colour Screen: yes
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Radio Type: Am/Fm
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total Front USB Connections: 2
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total Front USB Connections: 1
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 4
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 2
Bulkhead
Solid Bulkhead Height: Full
Type: Solid
Solid Bulkhead Width: Full
Solid Bulkhead Window: yes
Bulkhead
Solid Bulkhead Height: Full
Type: Solid
Solid Bulkhead Width: Full
Solid Bulkhead Window: yes
Overall Bulkhead Size
Full Height: yes
Full Width: yes
Overall Bulkhead Size
Full Height: yes
Full Width: yes
Floor Covering
Vehicle Cab Compartment: Plastic/Rubber
Floor Covering
Load Area: Wood
Load Area Protection Strips: yes
Vehicle Cab Compartment: Plastic/Rubber
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 4
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Center
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Center
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
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Autonomous Drive
Level: 1 - Driver Assistance
Traffic Sign Response: yes
Autonomous Drive
—
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Lane Departure Warning
—
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
—
Front Seat
Location: Centre
Center Front Seat Type: Bench
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bench
Front Seat
Location: Centre
Center Front Seat Type: Bench
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bench
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 3
Configuration: 3+0
Seating
Capacity: 3
Configuration: 3+0
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Ventilation System
Touch Screen Controls: yes
Ventilation System
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Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 30000
Distance (miles): 18641
Period (Months): 12
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 30000
Distance (miles): 18641
Period (Months): 12
Variable Distance Period: yes
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