Ford Tourneo Custom Bus, starting at 45,700 £

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The Ford Tourneo Custom Bus impresses with 286 HP 339 km and an attractive starting price of 45,700 £ . Here are all the details at a glance.

from £45,700
Tourneo Custom

Ford Tourneo Custom

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 - 286 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.1 - 8.6 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 24.1 - 26.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 49 - 339 km

Street Cred in Van Clothing

The Tourneo Custom wears its size with style: muscular shoulders, a big Ford grille and purposeful proportions that feel more premium than a work van but unmistakably practical. At roughly 5.05–5.45 m long and 2.03 m wide, it’s a presence on the road that still slips into most parking bays with a little care. The design balances family-friendly friendliness with commercial toughness, so it looks at home as an executive shuttle or a loaded school run vehicle. Attention to detail such as smart glass panels and neat lighting cues keeps the exterior from feeling utilitarian.

Cabin Comfort That Doesn’t Pretend to Be a Sedan

The interior is ergonomically sensible rather than flashy, with durable plastics where needed and softer trim where occupants touch most; seats are geared for long days, not salon-style lounging. The Tourneo seats up to 8 people in flexible layouts, and the driving position gives a commanding view with controls kept simple and logical. Storage nooks, cupholders and practical surfaces are plentiful, making daily hauling of children, luggage or tools straightforward and low-fuss. Quality steps up a notch on higher trims, where materials and trim details start to feel genuinely thoughtful.

Practical Magic: Space That Adapts

Space is the Tourneo’s headline act: modular seats that slide, fold or come out entirely turn the van into a people-mover, cargo hauler or a mix of both in minutes. Boot volumes range from practical day-to-day figures to much larger capacities when seats are removed, with maximum cargo figures and payloads designed to handle bulky loads and a full complement of passengers. Wheelbase and length choices (short and long) give buyers clear choices between tighter urban use and maximum load-carrying ability. Low step-in height, wide sliding doors and large rear openings make loading kids, prams or pallets annoyingly easy.

Steering Through Life, Not an Autocross

Handling prioritises comfort and confidence over sportiness: steering is light for urban manoeuvres while suspension soaks up uneven roads without throwing out occupants. Diesel variants with 136–170 hp give competent overtaking performance and steady motorway pace, while the PHEV with 233 hp and full-electric and higher-output BEV options (up to 286 hp) add brisker response when needed. Heavy mass and a high centre of gravity keep body roll in check for its class, but drivers should expect sensible limits in corners — this is a long-legged transporter, not a hot hatch. Braking and pedal feel are tuned for safety and load, so confidence when loaded is high.

Running Costs, Real Range and What They Mean

Powertrain choice changes the ownership picture: diesels typically return around 7.4–8.6 L/100 km, suitable for regular long-distance work; the plug-in hybrid claims about 4.1–4.4 L/100 km combined with an electric range near 50–52 km, useful for most daily commutes on battery alone. Fully electric Tourneo models use roughly 24–25 kWh/100 km and are rated around 300 km WLTP, making them viable for city and regional runs but needing planning on long motorway days. In everyday use, PHEV owners will see the lowest fuel bills if they charge regularly, while BEV drivers gain quiet, instant torque and lower operating costs where charging infrastructure allows.

Tech That Helps Without Getting in the Way

Infotainment systems offer modern connectivity and navigation with smartphone integration, straightforward menus and enough screen real estate to be useful for drivers and passengers alike. Driver aids such as adaptive cruise, lane-keep assistance, parking cameras and sensors are available and tuned for relaxed motorway driving and urban manoeuvring. Higher trims add convenience features that reduce the tedium of repeated runs, from automated parking aids to surround-view cameras that make tight drop-offs painless. Overall, the electronics support the Tourneo’s job: keep people moving efficiently and comfortably.

Who Packs a Tourneo Custom Into the Driveway?

The Tourneo Custom suits families who need space and flexibility, shuttle operators and small businesses that want something more polished than a basic van, and buyers who value modular interiors over outright luxury. Choice of diesel, plug-in hybrid and full-electric powertrains means buyers can prioritise low running costs, zero-emission urban use or long-range flexibility depending on needs. Those requiring maximum agility or sporty dynamics should look elsewhere, but anyone needing a roomy, practical, well-equipped people-mover will find this a sensible, hard-working option. For practical-minded buyers the Tourneo is a pragmatic, capable utility with a dash of Ford character.

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Reviews

3.9 (1 Reviews)
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Sander Zwart
26 Mar 2026, 11:01:08

The Ford Tourneo Custom is a very pleasant people-carrier. The engine has plenty of punch when accelerating, both from a standstill and at speed. The multimedia system works fine. It's a pity the battery capacity isn't used intelligently. It's also a shame the car is limited to 157 km/h — disappointing that Ford's engineering seems of lesser quality so that this low limiter is necessary. The layout is practical and you can easily change the configuration and remove seats. The front seats are perfect; the other seats have a somewhat short cushion. I have the short version, which is just over 5 metres long. With this short model you can get around town easily. My average consumption is about 1:16.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
45,700 - 69,700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.1 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
24.1 - 26.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
49 - 339 km
Battery Capacity
11.8 kWh
co2
0 - 226 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 - 63 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Bus
Seats
8
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
2,453 - 2,707 kg
Trunk capacity
672 - 819 L
Length
5,050 - 5,450 mm
Width
2,032 mm
Height
1,958 - 1,959 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,045 - 1,354 L
Payload
620 - 847 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 286 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
360 - 630 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 210 kW
Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,488 cm3

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, C, A
Brand
Ford

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What drive types are available for the Ford Tourneo Custom?

The Ford Tourneo Custom is available as Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

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