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It’s an 8 seater luxury people mover and handles like a sedan. It fits right in with personal and business use. A 2.0L Single Turbo diesel engine mated to a seamless eight-speed automatic transmission.
A multi utility vehicle that is sure to find a home with many customers in SA, with its versatile seating configurations. The interior is well appointed and the ride quality is tops. Smooth as you like.
Innovative design – inside and out
The new Tourneo makes a clear statement on the road, with an expressive and sculptural design to appeal to private customers and high-end businesses alike. With a confident stance, the vehicle has increased visual width front and rear, for a planted and stable appearance.
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The simple yet effective design is continued within the vehicle, where the stylish front cabin offers a significant step forward in technology and comfort. The instrument panel features an ergonomic 13-inch central touchscreen built around Ford’s SYNC®4 infotainment system, with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility as standard. Wireless charging is available as standard. The central screen is complemented by a new 12-inch instrument cluster that includes an 8-inch inch configurable digital display.
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Space and Comfort
The new Tourneo has been developed to offer occupants significantly enhanced levels of comfort and convenience, while the stylish new interior features superior craftsmanship and material quality.
An optimised vehicle platform ensures generous cabin space, with three rows of seating for up to eight occupants delivering next-level practicality. The enhanced interior specification starts with a flexible new track-mounted seating system in the second- and third rows, which allows maximum adaptability when arranging the cabin for people and luggage. The tracked seating enables customers to slide seats forward or back along notched tracks set into the rear cabin floor, or to lift seats out completely. The three second-row seats can each be moved independently, while the third-row seats have a two seat/one seat split. ISOFIX points are available on all three seats in the second-row as well as the two outboard seats in the third row.
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Stay Connected
All occupants will be able to keep their smart mobile devices charged thanks to a range of ports including 1 front dual USB (USB A and C), 1 front 12 V socket, 1 rear 12 V socket, and 3 rear USB ports are standard. A column-mounted shifter for vehicles with an automatic transmission frees up more knee and leg space as well as making ingress and egress easier.
Efficient Performance
The Tourneo Trend is powered by Ford’s efficient and economical 2.0-litre Single Turbo (SiT) EcoBlue diesel engine that uses AdBlue diesel exhaust fluid to transform nitrogen oxide into harmless nitrogen and water, significantly reducing the impact of its exhaust emissions. A 20-litre AdBlue tank is standard. Additionally, it incorporates Auto Stop/Start to further reduce fuel consumption and emissions. The 2.0L SiT diesel engine delivers 100kW of power at 3 500 r/min, matched to 360Nm of torque between 1 750 and 2 500 r/min. It is exclusively available with an advanced new eight-speed automatic transmission that provides seamless power delivery to the front wheels, whether commuting in the city or heading off to a far-flung holiday or family adventure destination.
The performance of the powertrain can be optimised using the Selectable Drive Modes, including Eco and Tow/Haul, to suit different operating requirements and driving conditions. All powertrain variants offer highly competitive towing capability, including a braked trailer weight of up to 2 500kg.
Safe as Houses
Tourneo features a comprehensive suite of Ford’s latest advanced driver assistance systems, including a number of features available on the model for the first time:
The Tourneo is equipped with a 5G FordPass Connect modem, allowing owners to remotely lock or unlock the doors, remotely start the vehicle to cool or heat the cabin, and get vehicle-specific health alerts – all via the FordPass app. The modem also enables wireless Ford Power-Up software updates to improve Tourneo’s features and capabilities without requiring a trip to the dealership.
Final Verdict
“Whether it’s an active family trip at the weekend or shuttling executives to the airport in style, comfort and refinement, Tourneo’s advanced connectivity, cutting-edge design and new luxury features make it the compelling choice in the multi-activity vehicle segment,” says Doreen Mashinini, General Manager for Marketing at Ford South Africa.
Price
To be announced soon.
