2020 Ford Transit AWD Overland Review

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Expedition Portal

Expedition Portal

3 жыл бұрын

We test the new 2020 Ford Transit AWD on our test track, including steep climbs and descents, cross-axle terrain, and embedded rock. This vehicle relies heavily on the traction control system for forward progress. While not an off-roader, it is certainly ready for vanlife travel around the world!
Editorial Note: Video reuploaded

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@paulpowell9595
@paulpowell9595 3 жыл бұрын
Who knew I'd be sitting here at 3:15am watching a van go off roading
@ExpeditionPortal
@ExpeditionPortal 3 жыл бұрын
Fascinating. . . (grin)
@SsDiBoi
@SsDiBoi 3 жыл бұрын
Sum1z been thinking about doing sumthing similar haha I'm wret 2 go
@basajacosaja2735
@basajacosaja2735 3 жыл бұрын
IM WATCHING AT 4:40AM… LOL
@rmo5582
@rmo5582 2 жыл бұрын
4:42 and watching
@rodwspoon304
@rodwspoon304 2 жыл бұрын
Me too 🤣🤣🤣🤣
@jeffhayden2737
@jeffhayden2737 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent video, I really enjoyed the detail on what kind of terrain you were going over.
@ExpeditionPortal
@ExpeditionPortal 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Jeff!
@waynehenson1094
@waynehenson1094 2 жыл бұрын
Love this look. Possibly my next van after my Chevy Espress.
@xsteevox
@xsteevox 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for making. Put my deposit in last week. This has me stoked.
@ExpeditionPortal
@ExpeditionPortal 3 жыл бұрын
Enjoy!
@panamajack58
@panamajack58 3 жыл бұрын
What deposit Solar is a bad idea cost to much enrrgy to make
@MrTOPDAWGKILLER
@MrTOPDAWGKILLER 3 жыл бұрын
Don't buy Gas Vehicles Especially if you live in states like California by now I recommend everyone to hold of and wait for the electric cargo vans I was planning on buying a brand new Ford transit but I have decided to buy a used one and finish the life on the vehicle then switch over to electric by 2024 giving soon room for improvement on the Ford transit electric vehicle that will be released in 2022
@insooleedat1asiandude
@insooleedat1asiandude 3 жыл бұрын
@@MrTOPDAWGKILLER ppl aren't going to wait yrs & whose gonna want to wait hours for that big ass van to charge💀😂
@treedeblue
@treedeblue Жыл бұрын
@@insooleedat1asiandude yah seriously, maybe in 2030
@LowOnCash
@LowOnCash 7 ай бұрын
Great job good shots clear explanation thanks - Mike
@greatlakespowerstrokefx4
@greatlakespowerstrokefx4 3 жыл бұрын
I am way to excited about this, for a guy who like pickups and lots of horsepower lol. It looks amazing and practical for everything, and with a 3.5 twin turbo option, i bet it would be pretty fun
@amj76425
@amj76425 Жыл бұрын
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@Vanisl4runner1
@Vanisl4runner1 3 жыл бұрын
Scott Brady! These are great vans and I kind of wish I had of waited a year to get the AWD model. I bought a 2019, SWB, medium roof transit van, built a basic interior and did a trip to Tuktoyaktuk with it. This year has included more mods like spare tire carrier and a ladder to get to the roof racks and a whole interior redo, I digress though. The 2WD van is surprisingly well suited for some off-road driving and I’ve been able to sneak it into some harder spots with some clever overload driving. I too went for the NA engine for the same reason though, the 2019 engine is even simpler, the 2020 engine is a PFDI engine. Which I think is brilliant, it is both direct injected and port injected. Each of the systems short comings are cancelled out by being together. Very brilliant if you ask me and not entirely complicated. As a certified mechanic though, I will say this, the newer engine will need some more particular maintenance because of the updated injection system. What a sweet engine none the less. Thanks for the video! I might just have to trade mine in next year!
@ExpeditionPortal
@ExpeditionPortal 3 жыл бұрын
Great feedback and details on the drivetrain. So cool that you made the trip to Tuk as well. What an amazing place on the planet.
@amj76425
@amj76425 Жыл бұрын
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@johnlove6194
@johnlove6194 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing. Someday . . . someday . . .
@jonmustang
@jonmustang 8 ай бұрын
This was so helpful! I was wondering if a stock AWD Transit would be sufficient for rough (but no rock-crawling) types of terrain, or if I should budget for a lift or a Trail package. This answered many questions. Also I loved the mellow, vibey music. Good stuff!
@ExpeditionPortal
@ExpeditionPortal 8 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@modimercurio
@modimercurio 3 жыл бұрын
Good info. Did this van have the limited slip differential addition, or heavy duty front axel? Have you tested the 2021 yet?
@howtodoit5143
@howtodoit5143 3 жыл бұрын
I have it for 3years , not Good on snow ❄️ , but I love ❤️ this car, very comfortable even mine is 2 Wheel Dr. Now I don’t enjoy driving any car , Ford transit it’s a king of the road, Easy to drive 160 km , this car is crazy fast as sports car , love the driving it.
@johndionne7452
@johndionne7452 3 жыл бұрын
This is not a car... Its a van.
@9_19Ming
@9_19Ming Жыл бұрын
Ford transit van is my biggessssssst love !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!💜💙💚
@syncrovanCos
@syncrovanCos 3 жыл бұрын
Now, this is a simple and fair review ! For the old ones, lacking of low gear was an issue and will be nice to see more about this automatic low ratio gear. How this is working, does it have a reduction separate from the gearbox?
@ExpeditionPortal
@ExpeditionPortal 3 жыл бұрын
The increased reduction is in the first gear ratio, the benefit of 10 speeds. It is a noticeable improvement.
@intellectualgladiata
@intellectualgladiata 3 жыл бұрын
Great video. We're considering our options for a build next year and really want to understand the capability of the AWD system in Mud/Ruts vs a dedicated 4x4 system like Quigley. Would you have any further comments in this regard?
@MTrout5140
@MTrout5140 2 жыл бұрын
Late but the benefit to a true 4x4 system is a transfer case with 4x4 low. That gives you the torque multiplication for rougher and steeper terrain and allows for controlled downhill decent without using brakes. Otherwise the awd system in the transit will be perfect for slick/wet/muddy conditions and light rocky bits but it's not designed for rock climbing.
@zepter00
@zepter00 2 жыл бұрын
@@MTrout5140 tant od nóg always the case. In many real 4x4 vehicles ( vans, pickup trucks’ with full time 4WD you don’t have low range gears. For example VW Amarok AWD, some Mercedes Benz Sprinters 4x4
@jessr.2490
@jessr.2490 Жыл бұрын
You should do an update, highlighting the difference in features and capability between this model and the new transit trail that’s about to release this year. I’d like to know how the ground clearance and bumper clearance differs in the new transit trail version.
@ExpeditionPortal
@ExpeditionPortal 3 жыл бұрын
We apologize for the reupload. Minor edit required
@nutmagnet22
@nutmagnet22 3 жыл бұрын
Maybe Skyjacker could market a lift kit,pole saw included.
@zippyfoo2987
@zippyfoo2987 6 ай бұрын
I have a 2015 Ford Transit high top long bed. I have plenty of traction with my rear wheel drive. My biggest problem is the long overhang from the back wheels. If you were going to get the long bed option I would recommend saving your money and not getting a four-wheel drive
@simonbaker8776
@simonbaker8776 2 жыл бұрын
I am currently running a 3.1 ton high roof as a work vehicle for last 4 years she is always fully loaded with equipment, and it's just done 95,000 mls and developed an injector fault, sorted by dealer, it's got plenty of power in fact a smart get away will spin the wheels so you have to progressively put power down, we often tow an ifor williams tri axle trailer with various equipment too which gives her something to think about but on the whole I can't fault it, I've had a custom while mines been in dock but hate the low head room of cab and load compartment doors, never the less they are world's away from the bags of crap iveco' we had previous, you should check out 'Ford transit county'
@marianobruno7491
@marianobruno7491 2 жыл бұрын
This was exactly what i was feared. I was looking into converting a van. I didnt love th awd over thr 4x4 versions of the mercedes and i dont know nothing about thus engine either. And yes. The clearance is not good. May be air suspension can be added to lift it like 2 in during a little of offroading?
@mesomemore97
@mesomemore97 Жыл бұрын
I would be happy with the base V6. I'm in no hurry.
@user-bi3nx6nu9m
@user-bi3nx6nu9m 3 жыл бұрын
So add a lift and grippier tires and it's perfect.
@WoodsUnknown
@WoodsUnknown 3 жыл бұрын
Imagine the places you could go with a new set of bfg ko2's.
@rschreck876
@rschreck876 2 жыл бұрын
Even better a set of Yokohama Geolandar’s.
@JoeMama-vj8es
@JoeMama-vj8es 2 жыл бұрын
Ha! I was just about to say the same.
@zepter00
@zepter00 2 жыл бұрын
I don’t think They build your tires in this size and possibility to carry souch loads like these tires in Ford Transit
@PaXXXton
@PaXXXton 2 жыл бұрын
They work well on my 2015 non 4wd transit!
@CortJohnson
@CortJohnson 2 жыл бұрын
Not very far unless you get it lifted
@roundstone2020
@roundstone2020 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@ExpeditionPortal
@ExpeditionPortal 3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@666dynomax
@666dynomax 2 жыл бұрын
I would also pick the 3.5L naturally aspirated... over the turbo, mpg is going to be about the same for sure.
@pwatom22
@pwatom22 2 жыл бұрын
Shame they couldn't offer an Overland version with a decent 4 to 6" lift
@F-16Raptor
@F-16Raptor 3 жыл бұрын
I used to work a delivery driver and I had some fun offroading with one of these big dud.
@coinslotsandjoysticks2572
@coinslotsandjoysticks2572 2 жыл бұрын
I will have one of these on 33,s soon ,
@gearnobz1540
@gearnobz1540 2 жыл бұрын
Does this have a low ratio gear box or something similar?
@OneManTrail
@OneManTrail 3 жыл бұрын
This is going to dominate overland van buildouts.
@ericyuan9718
@ericyuan9718 3 жыл бұрын
Tempting, but promasters still reign supreme since it's the only van where most people can comfortably sleep width wise in the van.
@OneManTrail
@OneManTrail 3 жыл бұрын
Eric Yuan if you can get past the hideous looks
@ericyuan9718
@ericyuan9718 3 жыл бұрын
@@OneManTrail Hideous? I don't think there exists a good looking van.
@dlg5485
@dlg5485 3 жыл бұрын
@@ericyuan9718 The transit and Sprinter are plenty wide enough for anyone up to 5'10" to sleep side to side. The Promaster is the lowest quality van you can buy. Personally, I'd never purchase any FCA product due to their terrible reliability record...and yes it is far uglier than any other option. The Transit would definitely be my choice, but I'd probably opt for the Quigley 4x4 conversion over the factory AWD. It's about $8000 more than the factory AWD, but low range 4WD is nice to have if you're doing any serious overlanding.
@ericyuan9718
@ericyuan9718 3 жыл бұрын
@@dlg5485 Actually the width of the Transit is only 5ft 9 (technically 5 ft 10 but u need room for insulation and walls). And that is only enough for around 60% of people. At least in Canada, 5 ft 10 is the avg male height. I've heard of poor reliability from both the Transit and Promaster though the Transit has a slight edge there, but it's not enough to justify the major space sacrifices that taller than average people will need to make by sleeping lengthwise. Convertible/Murphy beds can partially offset that, but making your bed everyday for a full time vanlifer is a major hassle. I've seen builds where the Sprinter/Transit had a window cut out exactly where the person's head would lie just to give in an extra 1-2 inches of space. Many folks will be cutting it close, guaranteed. That's why Promaster will continue to be the most popular. And also, it's a bit cheaper new and there's a larger used market to buy from.
@user-vd9qh3ex7e
@user-vd9qh3ex7e 4 ай бұрын
1love this car
@DayBowBow
@DayBowBow 3 жыл бұрын
Is this the 148 wheel base?
@DecrepitChef
@DecrepitChef 3 жыл бұрын
Does it have the same ground clearance as the regular Transit? Also do you know of any lift kits available for the Transit?
@ExpeditionPortal
@ExpeditionPortal 3 жыл бұрын
It has the same ground clearance as the 2wd model. There are lift kits available now too.
@DecrepitChef
@DecrepitChef 3 жыл бұрын
@@ExpeditionPortal thank you
@arisdaddy2001
@arisdaddy2001 3 жыл бұрын
VanCompass lift kit give 2 1/4 inches without compromising front end geometry. Anything more will adversely affect components.
@DecrepitChef
@DecrepitChef 3 жыл бұрын
@@arisdaddy2001 thanks for the info
@i.k.562
@i.k.562 2 жыл бұрын
What about those moronic fangs on the rear axle? Yes, the shock absorbers.
@my_carp_life3424
@my_carp_life3424 4 ай бұрын
Do the diffs lock?
@davekent20
@davekent20 3 жыл бұрын
Ford revel sounds nice
@ExpeditionPortal
@ExpeditionPortal 3 жыл бұрын
That would be very nice!
@SsDiBoi
@SsDiBoi 3 жыл бұрын
I've made up my mind I need a 4×4 cause 2wD just isnt sufficient 4 a cohesive van therapy. With the enviorment now Bi I have to go where they wont follow cause geez wtf has happened these last 20 years
@goldenretriever6440
@goldenretriever6440 2 жыл бұрын
I’m amazed that thing didn’t tip over I mean look at that thing Looks like it was designed to do that
@pwatom22
@pwatom22 Жыл бұрын
Need a lifted version with lockable centre and rear diff
@my93vr4
@my93vr4 2 жыл бұрын
i got 2019 transit 3.5 ecoboost its great on power but very sucks on fuel . i kind of wish i had my sprinter that was taking 22-23 mpg all day long with average 9,000 lbs
@dustinsheeley7607
@dustinsheeley7607 3 жыл бұрын
The Diesel engine has a lot of torque and handles good
@southhillfarm2795
@southhillfarm2795 2 жыл бұрын
Wonder what happened to the 2 litre diesel they were going to offer with this van?
@urielhernandezT150
@urielhernandezT150 Жыл бұрын
Ford US doesn't offer that engine
@halfmoongh
@halfmoongh 2 жыл бұрын
I think I must have missed it, but this isn't an ecoboost?
@David-rx2to
@David-rx2to 3 жыл бұрын
You should get your hands on a Quigley converted four by four Transit van and compare off-road performance between the two models
@ExpeditionPortal
@ExpeditionPortal 3 жыл бұрын
We have spent some time with the Quigley models, including one being our support vehicle for a moto trip in South America. There is a lot to like about the Quigley conversion.
@Matteo-ks6fn
@Matteo-ks6fn 2 жыл бұрын
Think a Van Compass kit would fix the clearance issue...
@paulwalker9732
@paulwalker9732 3 жыл бұрын
I have considered playing for one of these on the B.O.T.B online game, but it would only be useful if I were to go work as a delivery driver for AMAZON, and even then, A) I would have to be fit enough to do such a job and B) For the items the size this vehicle can take, I would need a workmate which I do not and am not likely to ever have, so I'll carry on playing for the vehicle I almost always play for my dream car, that is what the comp is all about after all is it not, winning your dream car. It may, may that is, be a more useful vehicle for the Australian outback should I ever move there and go looking for gold out in the bush in my spare time, but it doesn't really have the needed ground clearance.
@ExpeditionPortal
@ExpeditionPortal 3 жыл бұрын
HA! Classic comment :)
@thomasturner3583
@thomasturner3583 3 жыл бұрын
When I see one wheel in the air, I get nervous about it tipping over.
@fredo2x625
@fredo2x625 3 жыл бұрын
Is it good on construction sites
@anne-cecileboulais6325
@anne-cecileboulais6325 3 жыл бұрын
What tires did you put on?
@ExpeditionPortal
@ExpeditionPortal 3 жыл бұрын
They are the factory Continentals
@JimPreston
@JimPreston 3 жыл бұрын
I was hoping for a more serious off roading review with deep sand and ledges like we have in the Southwest desert. Realizing that cameras flatten the images it still looks like my old RWD Ford Aerostar could do all of what was done here.
@flat6fever680
@flat6fever680 Жыл бұрын
Seriously? Watch again. I have had 4x4 jeeps that did and did not have lockers and the non lockers would get to spinning the air born tires to the point that the vehicle was stuck. This was a very aggressive road in that regard and i am shocked this van did that well.
@JimPreston
@JimPreston Жыл бұрын
@@flat6fever680 I'm shooting vids of my AWD shorting MR EB van doing much more than that. I'll publish to KZbin when I get some more clips to edit. There is a ledge on Willow Springs Road near Moab I may try to drop and then turn around and climb. I'm sure it is beyond a stock Transit's limits but I want to find out. I've been four wheeling in various vehicles since a 57 Willys in 1963 at age 12 on our ranch, including in the Sierras, Alaska, Russia, and now Colorado Rockies. I've had this van on intermediate 4x4 roads north of Moab to last weekends drive up to Alpine Tunnel just under the Continental Divide. Mud / ruts mode is a game changer! Steep broken rock climbs are easy. It is fun to shock the ATV and Jeep folks on trails they find challenging. The track in this video wasn't very informative for me. I already knew before buying that a wheel in the air would work out fine in modern 4x4's and the Transit AWD.
@fabulousoffroaddesigns5080
@fabulousoffroaddesigns5080 3 жыл бұрын
No mention of the optional rear E-Locker.
@user-pj5wi3oh3f
@user-pj5wi3oh3f 2 жыл бұрын
Куплю, скоро за монету WECC!)) 👍😉
@diedfrombored5295
@diedfrombored5295 2 жыл бұрын
Waiting for a company to actually make a decent build with these to offer a 6 inch lift kit or better with a 4x4 conversion, AWD isn't what you want if you want an offroader.
@njseashorechas2698
@njseashorechas2698 11 ай бұрын
Kind of a generic review. Do the axes lock, what about the transfer case? How will it do in the sand, what's the tow capacity???
@ExpeditionPortal
@ExpeditionPortal 11 ай бұрын
We did not test it in sand. We did discuss the traction control and transfer case
@Cowdog1
@Cowdog1 2 жыл бұрын
So, anyone with an opinion, feel free to weigh in on my question: For all that this video demonstrated, would it be better performance with the rear 'dualies' with AWD and a 2" or 3" lift? Would that help for a lot of soft off-roading? I'm trying to decide between a van like this or a mid-sized truck and a tear-drop trailer. I'm so freaking confused! Hahahaha...Cheers to you all!
@jonmustang
@jonmustang 8 ай бұрын
I've off-roaded with a truck/campershell, rooftop tent, and hauled a little trailer too at times. All fun but I'm really looking forward to just parking, turning around in the seat, and jumping into bed in a van. No setup, no teardown... like having a bedroom on wheels. Seems so fun and simple to camp out that way.
@jrx2662
@jrx2662 Жыл бұрын
does it have independent suspension?
@808gunz9
@808gunz9 Жыл бұрын
Front is independent and rear is solid axle
@gustavobro2484
@gustavobro2484 3 жыл бұрын
👍
@davidhickenbottom6574
@davidhickenbottom6574 3 жыл бұрын
I own the 2 wheel version I love it the AWD would be awesome. You couldn't give me a pick up truck. My transit is totally useless in the snow . I put 70 small hay bails In it this summer I have the big one.
@ExpeditionPortal
@ExpeditionPortal 3 жыл бұрын
Nice, David! That makes sense about loading up the back in snow.
@davidhickenbottom6574
@davidhickenbottom6574 3 жыл бұрын
@@ExpeditionPortal I'm pretty lucky I don't have to work if it snows. The traction control helps for sure.
@veganpotterthevegan
@veganpotterthevegan 3 жыл бұрын
I drive my RWD Transit to shuttle skiers in Utah. With good tires, I'm actually fine empty on all but the steepest roads. Loaded is never an issue. But the stock tires really are lousy for anything but dry, smooth pavement
@ka4172
@ka4172 3 жыл бұрын
A huge Subi.
@TheresaTower
@TheresaTower 3 жыл бұрын
Wondering about snow?
@ExpeditionPortal
@ExpeditionPortal 3 жыл бұрын
I think it will do well in snow. Fairly well balanced, great tires, and an advanced AWD system with a snow mode.
@bruceknirs9987
@bruceknirs9987 Жыл бұрын
I will just stick with the quickly option to be honest
@droneee3478
@droneee3478 2 жыл бұрын
4wd Econoline, "hold my beer trashit"
@chelseajoyce5135
@chelseajoyce5135 3 жыл бұрын
Hi bud I'm in ireland and a petrol or gas engine is no good here in Europe. You need a big diesel turbo 4 x 4 manual cause the green warrior fuel tax makes driving very costly. But we love our Ford's here they have a better resale value than Chrysler fiat, or modern Renault. So consider that if your coming to Europe, also a diesel van is much safer then petrol with spare fuel cans, and the diesel night heater can be piped straight into the fuel tank. Unfortunately even if I won a brand new petrol transit, I would have to leave it in the dealership and trade it in off a same speck diesel model instead. So the moral of this story is don't come to Europe in a gasoline van. Bye HAPPY Christmas
@rightright6582
@rightright6582 2 жыл бұрын
A gas Transit is a problem in Europe? Please explain further. Gas is easier to service.
@shizzydeep6867
@shizzydeep6867 2 жыл бұрын
Could one of these be lifted?
@ExpeditionPortal
@ExpeditionPortal 2 жыл бұрын
There are a few lift kits available
@matt.docondor6099
@matt.docondor6099 3 жыл бұрын
The 10 speed auto 4x4 would be my first choise for the USA and Canada. For international travel, the sprinter is more popular, because it is the only van that is build around the world with the same tech specs. Transit, Promaster/Ducato, Volkwagen ect. are build for special countries in many different tech set ups. For examble, the Transit in europe has most times frontwheeldrive and 6 speed auto or manua and diesel engines. 4x4 are only with manual trans to buy. Outside of America, Ford offers a factory camper van on the new full size models, the Big Nugget. Its sold official only over the ford dealerships. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jaPZaIyrZpxqa6M
@carlosguerrero6346
@carlosguerrero6346 2 жыл бұрын
Mi video✔🌟🌟🌟🌟💪
@cyclinggospel5307
@cyclinggospel5307 3 жыл бұрын
So many Ford haters, as if sprinters are all as good! I wonder why people just hate "Made in America" I have two wheel version and am just loving it. I won't buy a sprinter because it's too long wheel base, compare to small space, not a good for agility, it requires wider turning,. Not a good option for traveling. It has all the same problem even more, with it's weak engine, and heavy load. If you don't have it, don't tell me it's bad.
@mlangfordcamper
@mlangfordcamper 3 жыл бұрын
Head lights I see head lights and a nice van
@kangheo5062
@kangheo5062 3 жыл бұрын
Australia please.. I want an Awd van
@drcobb84
@drcobb84 3 жыл бұрын
funny you write this. My thoughts exactly :(
@DrewDubious
@DrewDubious 3 жыл бұрын
With the amount of mechanical issues the 2WD transit has, I can't imaging how bad an AWD version will be. These Euro vans all have huge mechanical issues here in the states. Personally I have a 12 year old E250 and I wouldn't even look at one of these to buy.
@veganpotterthevegan
@veganpotterthevegan 3 жыл бұрын
I own one and drive a good 45,000 miles a year. The exhaust manifolds are terrible. The sliding door is also a problem but I'm using that more than most ever will(that door may open 30-50x some days). I don't see the door being a problem unless you're shuttling people in short laps. So overall, it's really not that bad
@thewhomphlew
@thewhomphlew 3 жыл бұрын
That van's grandpa. An Aerostar 4WD kzbin.info/www/bejne/oHSvlod3oZdmkLM How does it do towing boats? My Aerostar tows a 20' Bayliner. Aftermath: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p4DVhZqZn96Sppo
@ExpeditionPortal
@ExpeditionPortal 3 жыл бұрын
Nice!
@silvere36
@silvere36 3 жыл бұрын
How does this compare to the 4x4 Sprinter?
@adventurevanconversions
@adventurevanconversions 3 жыл бұрын
very poor, AWD drive in this fords is very weak and malfunctions a lot at least in Europe, we did build and test them but after some 6 months of use they turned to be very problematic with the drive system
@silvere36
@silvere36 3 жыл бұрын
@@adventurevanconversions thank you very much for the reply.
@adventurevanconversions
@adventurevanconversions 3 жыл бұрын
@Chris sorry mate STOCK AWD in transit is absolute nonsense
@adventurevanconversions
@adventurevanconversions 3 жыл бұрын
@Chris IT is the same system, as for a 4x4 camper IT Has two huge disadvantages. No low gear and very low suspension. Suspension can be lifted but its also not easy to develop really good and safe solution. I will test US market transit soon and the plus od your market is the engines ;) 2.2 turbo diesel in europe is also a big joke.
@adventurevanconversions
@adventurevanconversions 3 жыл бұрын
@Chris my friend i owned every possible 4x4 Sprinter from I gen including Iglhaut, Achleitner Mantra (69 ever made for road use with 6.9tonne max load) and some Oberaigners ("Stock") as well as permanent 4x4 Oberaigner. I also had a chance to test two Transits made for Europe and waiting for us version. Learn a little bit as 4x4 sprinter comes in about 7 different configurations including manual low gearing and 3 locker system ;)
@johnbaker9916
@johnbaker9916 3 жыл бұрын
Sorry transit I still have IVeco it carries more in weight and good driving
@terrywbreedlove
@terrywbreedlove 3 жыл бұрын
Italian electronics. 😝
@CortJohnson
@CortJohnson 3 жыл бұрын
What? This is not an overland vehicle! It has 6.3" of ground clearance and dinky tires. Go anywhere even mildly sketchy offroad and you are going to get wracked up. I know.. i took one out and I was amazed at how quickly I had problems. Lift it and put bigger tires on it and you have a chance. How anyone can say a vehicle has poor clearance and then call it a good overlanding vehicle - doesn't make sense to me.
@ExpeditionPortal
@ExpeditionPortal 3 жыл бұрын
Ground clearance is not a prerequisite to overland travel. It is also easily remedied with a lift kit and larger tires.
@wolfsburg4x4
@wolfsburg4x4 3 жыл бұрын
Those rear shocks hanging down are the worst !
@mannyechaluce3814
@mannyechaluce3814 3 жыл бұрын
actually good for going down steep hills, they act as an anchor :D
@stevenblagburn3951
@stevenblagburn3951 3 жыл бұрын
Oh yes, we was banging shit out of em crossing building sites, off road they'll be problems
@DallasWalker2024
@DallasWalker2024 3 жыл бұрын
Super Great Video! Really Appreciated!
@ExpeditionPortal
@ExpeditionPortal 3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@easyonthevanman1306
@easyonthevanman1306 3 жыл бұрын
Never let the exhaust manifold on a Ford transit go bad with no maintenance or else it’ll catch on fire
@vkka4itor16
@vkka4itor16 2 жыл бұрын
круть
@tunaayalcin
@tunaayalcin 3 жыл бұрын
Turkish Ambulance
@mannyechaluce3814
@mannyechaluce3814 3 жыл бұрын
Good enough for the dying, good enough for the living....
@Raul.2022
@Raul.2022 3 жыл бұрын
Salut
@joshuaallan386
@joshuaallan386 3 жыл бұрын
A normal transit could do all this.
@ExpeditionPortal
@ExpeditionPortal 3 жыл бұрын
with enough speed, absolutely. The advantage of the AWD is that cross-axle terrain and climbs can be accomplished at slower speeds, and with less wheelspin.
@NickC876
@NickC876 3 жыл бұрын
Lol. I like that comment. When I see off road videos like this I normally think a Corolla could do that. Overseas you see Corolla's with 6 people inside doing just what the video shows.
@mannyechaluce3814
@mannyechaluce3814 3 жыл бұрын
Corollas are used by the Coyotes to deliver illegals to the US border :D if there is a will, there is a way
@NickC876
@NickC876 3 жыл бұрын
@@mannyechaluce3814 if your job requires a dependable offroad capable fuel efficiency people transporter then the coyotes should be testing the Ford. Maybe they did test the Ford and their reviews are now locked up with them. The corolla coyote lives on to tell that tale. Lol It might be a urban legend in the coyote circles in mexico, " rumor has it you can Mexi-Can in a corolla but Mexi-cant in a Ford. Lol
@Breath_of_Rain
@Breath_of_Rain 2 жыл бұрын
In Ukrainian we crossing easy off-road way how in your video without full drive Sorry)
@ExpeditionPortal
@ExpeditionPortal 2 жыл бұрын
All our best to you and your family in Ukraine.
@rightright6582
@rightright6582 Жыл бұрын
Finally, let me watch your video and see if u sold your soul to MB....
@noleftturnunstoned
@noleftturnunstoned 3 жыл бұрын
My Honda Fit could handle 90% of this. Maybe off-road is a little more serious in Canada.
@willdickem3853
@willdickem3853 2 жыл бұрын
Pos no body wants a all wheel drive we want a dam4x4
@mazamike
@mazamike 2 ай бұрын
Not true. Those of us with a big family who spend time in remote places this van is ideal. A suburban does not have enough passenger room
@carlosguerrero6346
@carlosguerrero6346 3 жыл бұрын
🔝✌🔝✌🔝✌🔝🔍🗿👏👏👏📹ford trail 4x4 motion.
@gutmincer2
@gutmincer2 3 жыл бұрын
i wanna see it in sand
@2up4adventure52
@2up4adventure52 3 жыл бұрын
Bring back the Econoline. Love mine. These new Euro vans suck. I drive the Ford and Dodge for work, they are made like crap. I've traveled 2yrs in my 2000 E150. Motorcycle on back rack, canoe on the roof, put a full size bed in back. Went on worse than what I just watched here.
@RegularGuy76
@RegularGuy76 3 жыл бұрын
It’s a delivery vehicle...... you said it best....... not intended to be used the way your using it...... or as a house with all this new living in a van hippie craze that I don’t care to understand.....
@ExpeditionPortal
@ExpeditionPortal 3 жыл бұрын
Fortunately, we were testing it, not using it. ;)
@veganpotterthevegan
@veganpotterthevegan 3 жыл бұрын
That's really what old conversion vans were based off too. This isn't anything new
@danwilliams9606
@danwilliams9606 3 жыл бұрын
Be hard to convey less actual information in 4 1/2 minutes. This video not useful to me.
@roscoeelcocko1863
@roscoeelcocko1863 3 жыл бұрын
Transit 👎
@OutdoorFun01
@OutdoorFun01 3 жыл бұрын
Failed.
@christophed4579
@christophed4579 Жыл бұрын
Practical, but the vehicule is so ugly.
@sjohnson7735
@sjohnson7735 3 жыл бұрын
100k miles later that thing will be on its last limb. Maybe even a transmission replacement. These will never be a Mercedes Sprinter which can go 400k plus miles fairly reliably. The dodge promaster is the only thing worse than this ford. Fiat drivetrain in those.....run.
@ExpeditionPortal
@ExpeditionPortal 3 жыл бұрын
Interesting assessment. What source are you using for your reliability stats? That was we can include it in the notes.
@sjohnson7735
@sjohnson7735 3 жыл бұрын
I used to work on sprinters at the dealership. Ask your fedex guy how many miles are on his sprinter and I bet you it’s over 250k hard miles. These will never make it that far. Just admit you cheaped out that’s why you went Ford. There is a reason they stopped making passenger cars...reliability, better cars from competition and they have a terrible reputation.make sure to have a ton of cans of Bush’s beans so when you break down in the middle of nowhere you don’t starve to death.
@ExpeditionPortal
@ExpeditionPortal 3 жыл бұрын
Cheaped out? This is a review of a demo unit... But my G-Class has proven to be a good investment ;-)
@sjohnson7735
@sjohnson7735 3 жыл бұрын
@Chris LOL 300d....One of the worlds most reliable vehicles. You obviously have no idea what you are talking about. There is a reason Ford doesn't build passenger cars anymore other than the mustang.
@sjohnson7735
@sjohnson7735 3 жыл бұрын
@Chris Toyota doesn't make a overland van....Apples and Oranges. What would you recommend to buy for a van then? I would love to hear your professional opinion. This should be fun.
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