The 2022 Ford E-Transit arrives to electrify the brand’s popular commercial van. However, deliveries do not begin until late 2021. Its starting price will be below $45,000.
Regarding specifications, Ford aims for the E-Transit to produce 266 horsepower (198 kilowatts) and 317 pound-feet (430 Newton-meters) of torque. The battery has a usable capacity of 67 kilowatt-hours, which the company estimates is sufficient for 126 miles (203 kilometers) of range for the low-roof cargo van variant. The limited driving range suggests that the electric vehicle will likely be more popular in cities or suburban environments where speeds are low, and drivers make frequent stops, rather than for long-distance use.
Ford will offer the electric van in three roof heights, three lengths, a chassis cab, and a cutaway configuration. The company aims for a maximum payload of 3,800 pounds (1,724 kilograms) or up to 4,290 pounds (1,946 kilograms) for the cutaway variant.
The E-Transit’s batteries are located under the floor. This allows for the same interior cargo dimensions as the standard combustion-powered models. The other advantage of retaining the existing design is that the mounting points used by upfitters are the same, so these companies can adapt the van for specific tasks.
Ford will offer the E-Transit with an optional Pro Power Onboard mobile generator. It will provide 2.4 kilowatts of power for owners to recharge tools or other items while working. The device will even be able to run things like belt sanders or circular saws.
E-Transit drivers get a 12-inch infotainment screen with Ford’s Sync 4 software. Fleet operators can unlock additional features such as transaction management and telematics services. The van also comes standard with the Ford Co-Pilot360 safety technology package, including lane-keeping assistance and pre-collision assistance with emergency automatic braking. Customers can add a blind-spot information system, a 360-degree camera, and reverse braking assistance.
