Although there is a van configured Ford Transit, the blue oval has decided to cater for those who want to move more at once. by adding a new extended long wheel base Transit van to its commercial vehicle lineup.
The Extra Long Wheelbase (ELBW) Transit joins its siblings as the fourth-generation Ford Transit Van alongside the Transit Custom Base, Transit Custom Sport, and Transit Van.
There are many additions that Ford have made to the van which are mainly size and an extensive list of standard convenience features using the Ford ProConverter programme which has identified and accredited by more than a dozen third-party modifiers who adhere to Ford’s strict quality standards.
So what are some of these said changes? Well the main difference between the new ELWB Transit and its slightly smaller LWB range partner, which was launched in 2025, can be spotted in the exterior dimensions where the new ELWB version has longer (6 785 mm) body dimensions than the LWB (5 981 mm). whilst it may have longer dimension but the body width of both versions without mirrors is 2 059 mm, and the maximum loadspace width 1 784 mm.
Both versions also have the same kerbside sliding door width (1 300 mm), while the rear cargo doors opening height is higher (1 987 mm) compared to the LWB derivative (1 748 mm) on this ELBW. The kerbside sliding door and rear cargo doors that open up to 180-degrees offer effortless access to load cargo in the Transit Vans.
The Transit offers good load carrying capability with up to 15,1 cubic metres of load volume (vs. 13 cubic metres in the LWB); 2 270kg gross payload capacity (1 325kg for the LWB); and a load length of more than 4m in the Transit (3m in the LWB version).
The new ELWB Transit features dual 16-inch 195/75 rear steel wheels on each side, whereas the LWB version comes with single 16-inch 235/65 steel wheels all round.
A maximum braked towing mass of 3 500kg is specified for the new ELWB Transit (2 800kg for the LWB) with an unbraked maximum towing of 750kg for both derivatives.
Further standard enhancements of the load compartment include a complete rear trim board, a moulded load floor liner, 12 load floor tie-down hooks for securing cargo, and load space lighting. Extra heavy-duty batteries for longer load bay lighting when the vehicle is stationary can be added as additional equipment.
Engine options include a 2.0-litre Duratorq turbodiesel engine delivering 121kW maximum power and 390Nm maximum torque, through a 6-speed manual transmission. That power is only sent to the rear wheels, and one of three available drive modes – Normal, Eco, and Slippery – can be selected for more efficient and economical driving. Fuel consumption is claimed to be at 9,3 litres/100 km.
This 4-cylinder Duratorq TDCi engine’s exhaus utilizes AdBlue, an additive that converts harmful nitrogen oxide exhaust emissions into harmless nitrogen and water, reducing environmental impact. The AdBlue liquid, made up of special chemicals such as Urea and water, is stored in a separate 20-litre tank in the Transit.
The interior gets you such feature as Ford’s SYNC4 infotainment system through a 12-inch touchscreen that supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, conversational voice recognition, cloud-based connectivity. To always track and monitor your vehicle, you have a Ford app that is linked to a 5G embedded modem in the vehicle and with the app you have access to Remote Lock/Unlock, Vehicle Locator, Vehicle Health Alerts, Vehicle Status, Intelligent Oil Life Monitor and Enhanced Customer Connectivity Settings.
Cup holders and a driver’s arm rest bring comfort to the cabin, along with steering wheel mounted remote audio controls.
For safety you are equipped with Among the standard advanced safety systems are a driver airbag; 3-point safety belts for driver and passenger; an Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) with Traction Control; Hill Launch Assist; Rollover Mitigation; ABS brakes with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Emergency Brake Assist. A Tyre Pressure Monitoring System is also a standard feature.
Some more standard equipment includes Driver Assistance Package, which includes Collision Mitigation; Adaptive Speed Control; a Blind Spot Information System; Lane Changing Warning & Aid, Reverse and Front Parking Aid; Reverse Brake Assist; and a 360-degree Front/Side/Rear View Camera as a parking aid.
Ford Transit ELWB R1 062 000.00
The retail price includes a 6-year/90 000 km Ford Optional Service Plan, 4-year/120 000 km Ford warranty, 4-year/unlimited distance Roadside Assistance and 5-year/unlimited distance corrosion warranty. In addition, a 2-year/unlimited distance over-the-counter (OTC) parts and service parts warranty (SPW) is also included in the price. The recommended service interval is 15 000 km or annually, whichever occurs first.
Customers can also purchase Ford Protect Service or Maintenance Plan upgrades up to 8 years or 165 000 km. The warranty is also extendable up to 7 years or 200 000 km, while the Roadside Assistance can be extended for an additional one or two years. So you have a little more than just peace of mind.