Ford has been on a roll lately with its electrified vehicles, from the Ford Mustang Mach-E to the Ford F-150 Lightning. But there's one more model that deserves your attention: the Ford E-Tourneo Courier, a compact, spacious, and practical electric van that's perfect for urban dwellers and small businesses.
The Ford E-Tourneo Courier was unveiled in Copenhagen, Denmark, earlier this year as part of Ford's plan to offer a fully electric or plug-in hybrid version of every passenger vehicle it sells in Europe by mid-2026. The Ford E-Tourneo Courier electric van is based on the common Tourneo Courier, which is essentially a passenger version of the Ford Transit Courier commercial van. But unlike its gas-powered sibling, the E-Tourneo Courier has a zero-emission powertrain that consists of a 136-hp electric motor and a 37.3-kWh battery pack.
According to Ford, the Ford E-Tourneo Courier can travel up to 217 miles (350 km) on a single charge, based on the WLTP cycle. That's more than enough for most daily driving needs, especially in congested cities where traffic and parking are a hassle. The E-Tourneo Courier also supports fast charging, allowing it to replenish 80 percent of its battery in just 45 minutes using a 50-kW DC charger. Alternatively, it can be fully charged overnight using a 7.4-kW AC wallbox.
But the Ford E-Tourneo Courier is not just about efficiency and eco-friendliness. It's also about versatility and comfort. The E-Tourneo Courier can seat up to five people, with plenty of headroom and legroom for everyone. The rear seats can be folded or removed entirely, creating up to 1,656 liters (58.5 cubic feet) of cargo space. That's enough room for a bicycle, a surfboard, or a small sofa. The E-Tourneo Courier also has a sliding side door and wide-opening rear hatch, making loading and unloading your stuff easy.
The Ford E-Tourneo Courier electric van is also equipped with many smart features and technologies that make driving safer and more enjoyable. It has a 10-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, as well as a wireless charging pad for your phone. It also has a digital instrument cluster that displays key information such as speed, range, and battery status. The E-Tourneo Courier also comes with FordPass Connect, a modem that enables remote access and control of various vehicle functions via a smartphone app.
On the safety front, the Ford E-Tourneo Courier has several advanced driver-assist systems, such as adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, automatic emergency braking, and traffic sign recognition. It also has a 360-degree camera system that provides a bird's-eye view of the surroundings, making parking and maneuvering easier.
The Ford E-Tourneo Courier is expected to go on sale in Europe in early 2024, with prices starting from around $34,000 (€30,000). There's no word yet on whether it will be available in other markets like the U.S., but we hope Ford will consider bringing it over here someday. The E-Tourneo Courier is a great example of how electric vehicles can be fun, functional, and affordable at the same time.
If you're looking for a new vehicle that can handle your urban lifestyle and your occasional adventures, check out the Ford E-Tourneo Courier. It's the electric van you didn't know you needed.
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