Ford Australia is set to deliver more choice within the light-duty van segment, confirming pricing and specifications on the new 2025.75MY E-Transit Custom and Transit Custom PHEV, ahead of first deliveries starting in Q3 2025.

• Combining electrified powertrains with classic Transit DNA, both E-Transit Custom and Transit Custom PHEV set new segment benchmarks in safety equipment, packaging, and towing capability.
• Offering an uncompromising choice of plug-in hybrid and battery electric in addition to turbo-diesel variants ensures the popular Transit Custom continues to be the pick of the bunch for small business and fleets.
• Available in both Short Wheelbase (SWB) and Long Wheelbase (LWB) configurations, E-Transit Custom and Transit Custom PHEV are set to arrive in Q3 2025, with a Manufacturer List Price¹ (MLP) starting from $67,590.

The addition of PHEV and E-Transit variants further bolsters the current Transit Custom portfolio, offering small business and fleet operators choices to suit their needs, without compromising on the signature equipment, safety, design and packaging qualities that Transit Custom is known for.

Pricing for Ford Transit

Four variants will be available, with the choice of plug-in hybrid or battery electric powertrains in either Long Wheelbase Trend or Short Wheelbase Sport. The Transit Custom PHEV Trend LWB and Transit Custom PHEV Sport SWB has a recommended Manufacturers List Price of $67,590 and $69,990, respectively.

Whereas the all-electric 64kWh E-Transit Custom carries a recommended Manufacturers List price of $77,590 for the Trend LWB and $79,990 for the Sport SWB variant.

“While the comprehensive equipment list and low- or zero-emission powertrains will appeal, it’s the ability to go the distance with lower operating costs, without sacrificing cargo space, that Transit Custom owners have been asking for,” said John Hatzimanolis, Director of Customer Experience and Sales, Ford Australia.

“Around Australia, many fleet operators and business owners depend on the Transit Custom for its versatility, capability and lengthy list of convenience and safety features. The arrival of the new E-Transit Custom and Transit Custom PHEV ensures that customers have more efficient options to suit their needs, without compromising on safety, equipment, cargo space, or aftersales support.”

Designed to maximise storage space with efficient underfloor packaging to house the batteries, all plug-in Transit Custom and E-Transit Custom variants carry the same load space of their turbo-diesel Transit Custom LWB and SWB counterparts, measuring in at 6.0m³ and 5.2m³ respectively. Maximum payload capacity, based on kerb weight, ranges between 1111kg to 1206kg depending on the variant, and braked towing capacity is 2.3 tonnes, which is class-leading for an electrified van.

Ford Transit electric dimensions

Electric motors and drivetrains

Powered by a 111kW/320Nm electric motor and 86kW/209Nm 2.5L petrol engine, with a combined power output of 171kW across a wide powerband, the Transit Custom PHEV has an official WLTP fuel economy rating of just 1.7L/100km and an electric-only range of up to 54km from its liquid-cooled 11.8kWh battery.

Ford Transit Custom PHEV features three EV Drive modes

Offering drivers true flexibility while on the go, the low-emission Transit Custom PHEV features three EV Drive modes: Auto EV, EV Now, and EV Later. Auto EV automatically deploys a combination of petrol and electric power to optimise driving range and performance. EV Now, operates solely on the electric motor. EV Later, utilises the 2.5L petrol motor, preserving battery charge for when the driver chooses to switch back to either Auto EV or EV Now modes.

The zero-emission E-Transit Custom is powered by a rear-mounted electric motor that delivers 160kW of power and 415Nm of torque, paired with a 64kWh battery. Plugged into a DC charger, it can charge from 15-80% in 32 minutes at a charging rate of 125kW and can fully charge from empty overnight in approximately 6.7 hours using an 11kW AC charger.​

Maximising range, particularly in winter, the E-Transit Custom features a Vapour Injected Heat Pump, which effectively recycles heat from the powertrain for use through the digital climate control system. Additionally, range and drivability are enhanced with One-Pedal Driving Mode , which intuitively controls vehicle speed using only the accelerator pedal. This feature allows the vehicle to come to a complete stop without needing to engage the brake in certain situations.

Ergonomics, safety, convenience, and comfort

Recognising that Transit Customs perform double duties as mobile offices while on the clock, Ford designers have focused on ergonomics, safety, convenience, and comfort. Interior cabin space has been optimised, with a column-mounted auto-shifter, electric parking brake and dual-front airbags repositioned into the roof, freeing up valuable cabin space for more storage. Seat upholstery is a hard-wearing cloth trim, with Sport variants accented with blue striping. The three-person front seat setup features variable heating across the outboard pews, with all three featuring individually tilting seat bases, which flip up to maximise in-cabin storage. Integrated sidesteps, wide-opening doors and a fully flat cabin floor design, further aid in convenience when entering and exiting the cabin from either kerbside or roadside.

Drivers are kept connected while on the road with a 12-inch colour digital instrument cluster, 13-inch touchscreen infotainment system powered by Ford’s SYNC® 4 . This intuitive system includes wireless Apple CarPlay^TM & Android Auto^TM , integrated navigation , an embedded 5G modem, and FordPass.

All electrified models come standard with Keyless Push Button Start, while Sport models benefit from Smart Keyless Entry. While an option on diesel- and PHEV-powered Transit Custom models, both E-Transit Custom variants feature the Secure Visibility Pack as standard, which integrates a Digital Rear View Mirror fed by a camera on the rear load door with a built-in Dash Cam, while removing glazing from the load area to increase security.

Door configuration

The standard configuration includes a kerbside single sliding side load door and rear twin barn doors, with optional rear liftgate door and dual sliding side load doors available for $700 and $1000 respectively.¹ In LWB models, there’s space for up to four standard Euro Pallets, LED Load Area Compartment Lights and up to eight tie-down loops, making it a highly practical and versatile commercial van.

The exterior design of the Transit Custom PHEV has been refined to optimise aerodynamics, featuring a sleek front fascia that is designed to improve range and efficiency. The E-Transit Custom takes aero-efficiency a step further, with a unique trapezoid grille, featuring polygon detailing that directs airflow to key powertrain components. Sport models dial the design up another notch, with larger 17-inch matte black alloy wheels in lieu of the 16-inch steel wheels, Sport body kit, rear spoiler, and stripes package that run the length of the van—a nod to the original Transit Sport that debuted nearly two decades ago.

Advanced Safety Features

A comprehensive suite of advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) is standard across all models, for extra peace of mind.

“The second-generation Ford Transit Custom sets the benchmark for fitment and performance, achieving a near-perfect score in our collision avoidance safety assessments,” commended ANCAP Chief Executive Officer, Carla Hoorweg.

“With a comprehensive suite of advanced active safety features, the Transit Custom excels in delivering top-tier collision avoidance capability. It performed exceptionally well across all tested scenarios, solidifying it as one of the safest options in its segment.”

During ANCAP’s 2024 Commercial Van Safety Comparison, the independent vehicle safety authority evaluated 31 different vans, awarding the new Transit Custom the highest score on test, scoring a remarkable 96 per cent and the prestigious ‘Platinum’ medallion grading.

Transit Custom PHEV and E-Transit Custom Driver Assist features:

• Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go
• Traffic Sign Recognition and Lane Centering¹⁹
• Blind Spot Monitoring & Assist
• Rear Cross Traffic Alert
• Emergency Call Assist¹⁵
• Evasive Steering Assist
• Exit Warning
• Forward Collision Warning
• Hill Launch Assist
• Intelligent Speed Limiter¹⁶
• Lane Keeping Aid with Lane Departure Warning
• Parking Sensors – Front & Rear
• Pre-Collision Assist with Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) and Intersection Assist¹⁷
• Rear View Camera – 180-Degree Split View
• Reverse Brake Assist¹⁸
• Side Wind Stabilisation
• Traffic Sign Recognition
• Trailer Sway Control
• Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

Offering true customisation to suit the job, a selection of up to six paint finishes will be available. Fleet customers opting for Trend variants can tick the Special Vehicle Options (SVO) box, offering a choice of over 50 colours from the factory — all finished to the highest standard and covered by Ford’s comprehensive five-year unlimited-kilometre warranty.

Ford Transit colour choices

Owner benefits

Providing reassurance among fleet operators and owners while on the road, all 2025.75MY Transit Custom PHEV and E-Transit Custom are backed by a nationwide network of 178 dealers, with 152 dealers specialising in Ford electric vehicles. In line with the rest of the Transit Custom range, the new electrified additions are covered by a five-year unlimited kilometre warranty, with scheduled services at 12-month or 30,000-kilometre intervals, whichever comes first.

The availability of the Transit Custom PHEV and E-Transit Custom underscores Ford Australia’s commitment to providing customers with the ultimate choice in low- and zero-emission vehicles without compromising on performance, equipment levels, safety features, or load-carrying capacity.

Order books are now open for 2025.75MY Transit Custom PHEV and E-Transit Custom models, with expected first arrivals in Q3, 2025.

Full specifications – Ford Transit Custom PHEV

Transit Custom PHEV Trend LWB equipment highlights:

• Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go ¹⁴
• Traffic Sign Recognition and Lane Centering ¹⁹
• Blind Spot Monitoring System with Rear Cross Traffic Alert
• Exit Warning
• Lane Keeping Aid with Lane Departure Warning
• Pre-Collision Assist with Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) and Intersection Assist¹⁷
• Front and Rear Parking Sensors
• Rear View Camera – 180 Degree Split View
• Reverse Brake Assist ¹⁸
• 13-inch Landscape Colour Multi-Function Touchscreen
• 12-inch Driver Cluster with a full Colour Digital Instrument Cluster with Configurable Display
• SYNC® 4 with Voice-Activated Controls ⁸
• Embedded Modem compatible with FordPass ¹¹
• Built-In Satellite Navigation with one year of Connected Navigation Services included.
• Wireless Apple CarPlay^TM & Android Auto^{TM 9}
• Wireless Charging ¹²
• 3 seats: Single Driver and Dual Passenger Seat
• Cloth Seat Trim
• 8-Way Driver Seat Manual Adjustment including Lumbar Adjustment
• Driver and Passenger (Outboard) Auto Heated Front Seats
• Single Driver Armrest
• Keyless Start
• Climate Control – Single Zone
  Automatic Dusk Sensing Headlights
• Automatic High Beam Control
• Rear Fog Lamps
• Integrated Roof Racks
• Power Adjustable & Fold Side Mirrors with Blind Spot Magnified View
• Full Width Metal Bulkhead with Window and Load Through Hatch
• Kerbside Sliding Load Door (LHS)
• Load Area Protection Kit – Full Height Walls & Moulded Floor ²²
• Load Area Tie Down Loops (8)
• Rear Twin Barn Door with Windows (Wide Opening)
• Ultra Bright LED Load Area Compartment Lights
• 16-inch Steel Road Wheels with Wheel Covers
• 16-inch Steel Spare Wheel

Ford Transit Custom PHEV Trend LWB options:

• Dual Side Load Doors (No Windows) $1,000
• Prestige Paint – $700
• Special Vehicle Options (SVO) Paint – $1,400
• Rear Liftgate – $700
• Secure Visibility Pack – $1,500
• Single Passenger Seat – $150

Transit Custom PHEV Sport SWB adds (in addition to the Trend LWB):

• Sports Trim with Blue Accent Stripes
• 10-Way Driver Seat Power Adjustment including Lumbar Adjustment
• Dual Driver Armrests
• Keyless Entry
• Climate Control – Dual Zone
• Locking Lower Glovebox
• Upper Glovebox with removable rubber insert and USB-C
• LED Daytime Running Lights
• LED Headlights
• Power Adjustable & Heated Side Mirrors with Auto Fold and Blind Spot Magnified View
• Sport Body Kit
• Rear Spoiler
• Stripe Package
• 17-inch Multi-Spoke Alloys in Matte Black

Transit Custom PHEV Sport SWB options:

• Dual Side Load Doors (No Windows) – $1,000
• Prestige Paint – $700
• Rear Liftgate – $700

Full Ford E-Transit Custom specifications will be announced closer to launch.

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