How to get the best leasing deal on the all-purpose Ford Transit Van with advice from the professionals
The tried and trusted Ford Transit Van has an immaculate safety record with its motorists as a result of the extensive safety features across the Ford model range. Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) disables the engine - this works when the key is taken out of the ignition. For extra security, car locks are shielded to avoid thieves tampering with them. Other locking features in the Ford Transit Van range include configurable locks, lock-in-latch systems on the doors and central locking as well as a locking fuel cap and key-operated bonnet release. You can also lock cargo doors instantly with a slam locking feature after you have used a remote key fob to lock the vehicle. The perimeter alarm is another important feature of the Ford Transit Van which signals to the driver when the trailer has been taken off. The Ford Transit Van prides itself on reassuring safety features and the vehicle is made with a special structural integrity to channel any energy from the impact away from passengers. Every driver has a designated airbag and you can also select front passenger airbags and side curtain airbags as optional extras.
In 1965 the car industry took note as the Ford Motor Company started producing the Ford Transit Van and cornered the market in minibus, van and pickup truck manufacture. Since that moment more than 6 million Ford Transits have been sold and now 'Transit Van' refers to any commercial van. Even though 1953 saw the production of the FK 1000, it wasn't until 1965 that UK drivers had the first taste of the Ford Transit Van. Since then, there have been three main 'Mark' platforms of the Ford Transit vehicle. The German 'Second Generation' or UK Mark 1 version featured a long-wheelbase - motorists could purchase this vehicle from between 1965 and 1978 and it helped to establish the Ford Transit as a popular commercial vehicle. The Mark 2 version of the Transit Van was available from March 1978 and utilised the Pinto engine with a redesigned nose. Following this, the Mark 3 Transit van was manufactured between 1986 and 1991 with the Mark 4 released between 1991 and 1994 - these saw a new "one-box" bodyshell design. The Mark 5 had a redesigned nose and dashboard while the Mark 6 introduced front and rear wheel drive - the present Mark 7 was created in 2006 and offers a dashboard gearstick.
The Ford Transit Van has an impressive catalogue of specifications which are adjustable depending on your driving requirements. Depending on which model you choose, features differ across the Ford Transit range - a noticeable difference is body styling which alters between the Transit Jumbo, MWB and SWB vans. You can expect all Transit vehicles to have the classic three-bar grille and plenty of room in the cabin but you can opt for short, medium or long wheelbases and rear, front, or all wheel drive depending on which Transit motor you have. Transits are produced with both powertrain and drive train operating systems and varying engines, like the 2.3 Duratec engine and the 2.2 or 2.4 TDCi engines. You can also choose this popular commercial van in three roof heights. Common specifications across all Ford Transit motors are a self-charging ignition key, a handy Hill Launch Assist (HLA) system and a clever Shift Indicator Light (SIL) which signals to the driver that they should change gear to save fuel. All sorts of functional in-car features appear throughout Ford Transit commercial autos with remote central locking, electric windows, roomy stowage compartments and a ICE 6000CD sound system for entertainment.
You won't fail to be impressed by the range of Ford Transit Van styles, all offering different in-car features, safety aspects and engine performance. Drivers can't get enough of the Ford Transit Van Leader which features a 260 SWB and showcases a powerful 2.2 TDCi (85 PS) engine. Efficiency is at the heart of the Ford Transit ECOnetic, offering Stage V emission standards and a state-of-the-art 70mph hardwired speed limiter to burn less fuel. If you're keen to get hold of a commercial van that prioritises design the Ford Transit Trend will communicate your business design perfectly. Sleek bodyside mouldings, hand-picked body colour grilles and stylish interior leather inserts along with Bluetooth, cruise control and auto-headlights makes for a special commercial automobile. With the Ford Transit Limited range you can expect high quality functionality, like load area protection kit and air conditioning beyond the Transit Trend specifications. An award-winning vehicle, the Ford Transit SportVan has a selection of superb features and offers 18" alloys, rear lower spoilers and Kado velour trim interiors. But if you want something really special, you can't go wrong with one of the four limited edition Ford Transit Sapphire vans commissioned to mark 45 years of Transit van manufacture.