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Ford Philippines, the official distributor of the Blue Oval
in the country, has just launched the all new Ford Transit.
Now boasting space, intelligent features, and cost-efficient
after sales value, the Ford Transit is made to give transport and mobility
businesses an additional thrust in their respective operations.
“Given its global success in boosting productivity for
businesses, we at Ford are excited to bring the all-new Transit with the
continued growth of the light commercial bus and van segment (LCBV) in the
Philippines. The all-new Transit offers unique appeal to businesses and
relevant sectors and is poised to help drive productivity and business growth.”
said PK Umashankar, managing director of Ford Philippines.
The all-new Ford Transit–set to compete against Hyundai H350
and Foton Toano –is designed to compliment and support business sectors looking
for optimized load space, dynamic exterior design, and enhanced comfort in
their commercial vehicles.
These include businesses related to education, hotels and
resorts, travel and tourism, medical, business process outsourcing, corporate,
and even retail.
“Maximum Productivity” for Businesses
Powering the Ford Transit is a 2.2-liter Duratorq Diesel
engine that can churn out 133 horsepower and 385Nm torque. It’s mated to a
six-speed Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) manual transmission.
Spacious Interior
The Transit’s generous space is made possible by its size:
5,981mm long, 2,474mm wide, and 2,517mm tall. It can seat 15 people, and offers
21 stowage bins, 12 cup holders, and multiple power sockets.
Safety and Convenience for Everyone
This light commercial bus offers safety features that can
greatly enhance the ride experience for drivers and passengers alike.
For maximum convenience, comfort, and stress prevention, the
newest Transit comes with a rear-view camera, extra wide doors, rear cargo
doors, with 180-degree opening capacity, easy clean non-slip rubber flooring,
power side step, power folding side mirrors, hill launch assist, and load
stabilization.
Its safety features include Electronic Stability Program
(ESP), 15 three-point seat-belts with head rests, and also an escape hatch for
emergency situations.
Utilitarian Design
The all-new Transit is fitted with a three-bar grille,
halogen reflector headlamps with daytime running lights, fog lamps, steel
wheels with hub caps, black bumpers and side moldings, and rear bumper with
integrated step.
Cost-Efficient After-Sales Value
The newest Transit offers outstanding after-sales value. It
has been engineered for minimum maintenance and repair labor times, only
requiring a once-a-year scheduled service interval.
What’s more, it provides all customers purchasing the
all-new Transit this year with a five-year scheduled service maintenance plan
to further boost growth and productivity.
Color, Pricing and Availability
The Transit comes in three colors: Frozen White, Moondust
Silver, and Magnetic Metal. It’s retail prices is Php2.3 million, and is
available in all Ford dealerships nationwide.