*BRAND NEW* Transit Custom Full UK Review 2023 / 2024

The All-New 2023 Ford Transit Custom has arrived at Foray Motor Group. This highly-anticipated new release boasts a bold, modern exterior design, various trim levels to suit a wide range of needs, plus new technologies inside and out to maximise productivity and vehicle uptime! Macaulay will take you through everything, from the enormous new touch screen and digital dashboard with SYNC 4, including the comprehensive Ford PRO integrated solution, through to the improved load space and lighting. Watch him walk-around this new Transit Custom Limited in Magnetic. The ‘Limited’ is our most popular trim level - very high specification as standard. Magnetic is also one of our most popular colours.
The Transit Custom has consistently been Britain’s favourite van and has beaten the car market throughout many months of 2023. Could the All-New Transit Custom be the best van for your business? With the electrified Ford E-Transit Custom arriving in 2024, and a range of other diesel options available, you’re going to be spoilt for choice. And, with convenience features, such as the ‘mobile office pack’, you’ll find it even easier to work on-the-go, with the new Ford Tilting Steering Wheel, plus more.
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[@Marc1979nufc]

So the locks haven’t been upgraded, you have to buy extra lock packs. Absolute joke from Ford

[@jamesbrowne7601]

They done the same with Fiesta & Focus ST if you could get one

[@timgrace6943]

Should be standard not as extras to upgrade locks ffs

[@Locatioman]

Well it’s just a vw transporter under the skin

[@mafffew9700]

Ford are so tight!! Pretty much all of the specs that are mentioned you have to pay a lot extra for

[@clinteastwood8222]

Totally agree it’s a 4👑 joke in 2024 you’re selling a van that will have tools and equipment in otherwise why are you buying a van!?! but btw the locks are a chargeable. Pi$$ take. Ford would sell air in the tires as a chargeable upgrade, if they could!!! Great video though 👍

[@BIGGGESTAL]

I think we need some basic vans that are affordable. The price of new vans are crazy.

[@spilleradam]

You’re right, I was looking at Volkswagen transporters ridiculous money, like £30’000 plus vat, personally I don’t need all the technology in new vans.

[@elianasmith6330]

It is a great video thanks for the great information and well delivered. This is exactly what I was looking for.

[@foraymotorgroup8721]

Hi Eliana, I'm glad to hear this video covered everything you were looking for! :)

[@Goldmember80s]

The quotes I’ve had for this van are unreal 8k up front they want 👀

[@drowace3163]

Awesome video! Love the redesign of the custom. Any idea when will the tourneo custom will be available?

[@foraymotorgroup8721]

Thank you! Glad you liked the video. The All-New Tourneo Custom is available to order. The release is happening in two waves, so right now you can order the two base specs. Around February/ March time next year you will be able to order higher spec models.

[@dwdrum11]

Does this have a wet belt? We have 3 transits and all 3 have failed! 2 catastrophic engine failures and Ford offer 25% towards repair. Avoid like the plague

[@Unknown-ny4ei]

Yes I’ve heard about these wet belts being terrible 1200 quid to replace one too

[@andrewcarter9174]

Do the tourneo custom side windows fit the custom van side doors? I have a duel side door custom with no side windows

[@littlefox8021]

Is there aircon vent in the back?

[@windsorconstruction6769]

So with no lock out rear doors, in high winds rear doors with fly open into cars, great one Ford!

[@siraff4461]

Lock packs? The state of the old ones that should be standard. Anyway what about payloads on the different versions and are there minibus/Tourneo versions with all the engine options?

[@its-Andrew-THFC]

Great video fantastic transit custom but can not wait to see MS-RT get hands on this model. It will be incredible.

[@foraymotorgroup8721]

Thanks Andrew, glad you liked the video. The MS-RT is going to be next level, there's no denying that! We'll get a video up as soon as we get one in stock. - Macaulay

[@samnichols]

Do 8x4 sheets still need to be laying flat to be able to fit in or can that be stiod up now?

[@spenny2422]

Good video! Are the rear lights really LED? Thought that was on the Sport as an option and the EV. Also, don’t forget the virtual interior mirror you can spec - that’s a game changer. Can’t wait for my new custom to arrive 🎉

[@foraymotorgroup8721]

Hi Spenny2422, I'm glad you liked the review! I'm confident the rear tail lights are LED on this model and believe they are standard on all 'Limited' models and as you say are on the E-Transit Custom too and also the Trail. I've just double checked this on the main Ford website too. They honestly look great in person, a huge upgrade in my opinion. What colour and spec Transit Custom have you opted for? - Macaulay

[@dorsetwurzle]

They are bulbs, you can see that from looking at the cluster design

[@spenny2422]

@@dorsetwurzle thought so - I looked at the Ford price list and it’s says option on the Sport - they aren’t fitted to any van below that.

[@dunk8157]

Nice, love the umbrella. The 2.5 petrol sounds like a great option, I can see you getting some VW customers coming over to you soon when they realise Ford is building the new Transporter for VW.

[@jamiep61]

Great Video Review the best Transit Custom and will be very popular 😊

[@foraymotorgroup8721]

Thank you Jamie. Glad you enjoyed it. We're confident this will remain Europes best selling van!

[@jimmypage1]

Love the design and style, where did you get that gilet?

[@foraymotorgroup8721]

Glad you like the van Jimmy! The gilet was from Next. You can always rely on Next. - Macaulay

[@little_mix_vault4817]

Great video! Absolutely love the new design 🙌🏻

[@foraymotorgroup8721]

Thank you! And yeah, it looks great

[@user-ms4kl5te5d]

Thanks for getting back to me on that 👍

[@foraymotorgroup8721]

Of course, have a great rest of the week! :)

[@ellis1459]

Nice looking van, not a fan of the pedal placement in them. I’m in a bog standard transit atm for work, no cruise control which doesn’t help meaning I hardly get to rest my right foot. the way the pedals are positioned (too high) aches my leg and strains my foot. Would be interesting to hear if anyone else has the same problem.

[@brandycat8513]

Hope the panels weight is much less than its predecessor that is incredibly heavy. Park it at a 1 degree angle and its a struggle even then to fully open the side doors they're so heavy.

[@tomjardine100]

Looks vw like in the cabin?

[@philhicks5818]

Just need to sell a kidney now to buy one

[@samrob5557]

So we spend 10s of thousands of pounds for a van and you still cant put a basic security lock on it as standard, to at least show willing that you are trying to help us protect our tools? My 2020 custom got done in 8 seconds, from drilling the door to grabbing my tools. Why cant you help fight that without it costing more??

[@AN-vt3kl]

have they changed head lights to LED finally?

[@charliearmes6818]

Solid review. Can’t wait to see more of the new Trail

[@foraymotorgroup8721]

Absolutely, the Trail looks the bees knees! Glad you enjoyed the review

[@user-rn3pp5pw9i]

Why is the cab office pack on stop and will it be available again?

[@foraymotorgroup8721]

Hi, it's only on a temporary stop at the moment and we will update you as soon as we know it is ready to go again! :)

[@tonyl1984]

Hopefully the front headlights last longer than the model before, i have a 68 reg & the led lights have turned a horrible yellow colour now plus the light up in the dark isnt that great either

[@charliemcglynn9626]

I just bought one today for the new year same colour took it for a test drive loved it, like a car to drive very comfortable very silent really cool interior roll on 2024

[@foraymotorgroup8721]

Exciting times Charlie! Enjoy.

[@charliemcglynn9626]

@foraymotorgroup8721 Cheers guy's can't wait to collect it. I'm wondering what alloy wheels would suit the best end idea's

[@michaelhamilton9874]

Mine arrives 18th December, I’m ordering black 19inch alloys ,just not sure which style! Mines grey matter 😁

[@charliemcglynn9626]

@michaelhamilton9874 happy days, the best of luck with her yea I'm still deciding on the alloy wheels not sure if I go for black or I seen a nice gun barrel colour aswell...need to b sure they suit....decisions decisions

[@bigeein]

Big question from me is. Have you resolved the wet belt issues, and oil pick up issues. The over fuelling issues. Have you started to undersell the vans to avoid surface rust after being on the road for 3.5 years

[@bigeein]

What’s the warranty period of the EV battery. What is the cost of replacing the EV battery

[@andrazlogar861]

No.

[@bigeein]

Also , the windscreen washers freezing up. Mainly due to the design of the washer jet. The jet itself is counter sunk into the plastic and a small pool of water freezes up. Rendering the jet useless at 0 degrees Celsius

[@andrazlogar861]

@@bigeein ahm, change the fluid with the one that can withstand lower temperatures? Like at least -15.

[@cricticalthinking]

Why would you put a touch screen interface in a work van? Can you imagine how grubby the screen will become on certain work vans. Touch screens are fragile and dust is the enemy. Also with touch screens if they go down you literally cannot drive the van. If you are lucky you will only have to sit there for twenty minutes while it reboots itself. The most common problems with these new fords will be software issues. Before you buy one hire one for a week and you will soon realise you dodged a bullet. Your welcome!

[@spilleradam]

Exactly I don’t want all that technology, I’ve got a Vauxhall vivaro it hasn’t even got electric windows.

[@davidjones7615]

Can you still use a flat head screwdriver if you lose your keys?

[@amilan22]

show technology, like line keep assistant how to work, what lights are there etc.

[@foraymotorgroup8721]

Thanks for the comment. We will definitely get some more content filmed on the All-New Transit Custom, so I'll make sure both those features are covered! Thanks for watching. - Macaulay

[@BraddersDoes]

Yesssss!

[@jackxzie]

Can the AWD version be specified with a differential lock?

[@andrazlogar861]

No.

[@LeeLeesAdventures]

Are they still doing the wet belt in the 2.0 model

[@bestcrazyboy8487]

Yes , it’s the same engine 🙄

[@matthewjee7416]

What is the difference in rear load area size based on the old custom

[@foraymotorgroup8721]

Hi Matthew, if there’s a specific model you’d like to know this info for, for example a high roof, long wheel base, I will get that for you now. But based on the largest model, the newer Transit Custom changes from the previous max length of 2,921mm to 3,002mm, and the max load space has upgraded from 8.3m cubed to 9.0m cubed. Thanks, Macaulay

[@camwinstone]

Was told very slightly more than the outgoing van. The roof is lower but so is the floor, so slightly taller inside cargo area.

[@capitanandy2535]

This price is for a transit custom or for a tank for ukraine????

[@jackthehat1937]

Is there a plan for a custom tourneo 8 or 9 seater. I need a electric tourneo.

[@foraymotorgroup8721]

Hi Jack, if you keep an eye on our YT channel and social channels, we will always release any upcoming vehicles on there! :)

[@user-tp6ru5wt2z]

are ford still using the wet belt engine if so why

[@Abdul.M.]

Liking new look ford transit custom 😮❤

[@foraymotorgroup8721]

So are we 😍

[@PlumbRalph]

Is this coming to the USA? I think it would be great as a cargo work van.

[@camwinstone]

Doubt it, made in Europe so chicken tax. Also you get a smaller Transit van in the US, low roof, the rest of the world transit roof starts at medium height.

[@maxjosh10]

heard there's problems with the 2.0L.anyone clarify this?

[@tonynewman8586]

I’ve heard there’s trouble at pit ? Not sure if a transit was at fault

[@barryrathbone]

The standard headlights are like candles and in 2023 should be led as standard on all models not an extra! Its safety at the end of the day

[@jonny8860]

The Standard headlights are led

[@andrazlogar861]

Not for the main beam. LED is for stand by only on lower end.

[@YouSillyLittleBoy]

do they have reversing sensors as standard ?

[@foraymotorgroup8721]

Hi! So, the entrey level model (Leader) has reversing parking sensors as standard. Eveery model above this, has front and rear reversing sensors along with a rear camera as standard. Hope this helps. :)

[@johnthedude1000]

why does this not have mirror cameras ?

[@Mrferry87]

Nice van will you take a few brass buttons as payment

[@foraymotorgroup8721]

Haha unfortunately not Mr Ferry :)

[@michaelpace5362]

Does it have the same 2.0 Eco Blue Diesel engine as the previous Transit?

[@bestcrazyboy8487]

I’m saying yes 🤮

[@jasoneldridge4738]

Good luck with that !

[@leepledger3054]

New engine after 60000 if not before!! £10000 for a new engine But remember folks these belts don't need changing until 150k AVOID AT ALL COSTS

[@davidosrc4886]

It's the 2.0 panther diesel from ranger

[@hughmungus6838]

Still have wet belts?

[@l33mcl]

They should of included the steering wheel in every model. A table to eat lunch covers every type of user🤷‍♂️

[@craig99c56]

Wouldn't buy a new van to get broken into why haven't they upgraded the locks ,should come with no sliding doors one less to break into

[@markirwin6756]

Tail lights not head lights. Biggest feature missed - think I saw a low access step into the side of the van….

[@GARRYEASTON]

What about the van's security! Will we have to spend money on improving the van's security?? Which Ford should be doing!!! How many tradesmen and women has lost tools due to the crap locks and security! I guess you don't give a crap about that as its not your money!!

[@dainazinas]

Something novel this one headlights at the back :-)

[@foraymotorgroup8721]

Haha, I'd noticed I made that mistake when editing. Good spot! - Macaulay

[@ma.7583]

Thank God they've changed the windows into just 1 pane.

[@jonny8860]

Plug in hybrud has 237 ps not 275 and the ev has 136 and 217

[@chrisharding5783]

EV running cost will never beat the diesel. I really don't understand why, self proclaimed car reviewers promote EVs positively. Especially commercials. Put any sort of load in a battery van. Range is absolutely destroyed.

[@andyfield6854]

All part of the plan for 'the greater good' 😂

[@bestcrazyboy8487]

WEF is running the 💩 show, 🤮

[@rickybradby1312]

When are Ford's going to do a crewcab Truck version? We don't all drive vans!

[@Cous1nJack]

Trying to guess how the transporter will look in a few months

[@jasoneldridge4738]

Exactly the same !

[@davidjones7615]

Exactly the same as they did 4 years ago.

[@windsorconstruction6769]

8x4 sheets only for in LWB models, SWB only at an angle….. your description is poor

[@Metal05]

The same 170hp diesel as in this new one of mine blew its guts all over the road and blew up last night. Less than 40k on the clock. Do not get the diesel with a wet belt people!

[@Metal05]

Are you sure the PHEV IS 275ps. You may have advertised that incorrectly,

[@foraymotorgroup8721]

Hi! This was a mistake on our end when making the visuals, the correct figure is 232PS. Hope this helps.

[@anncardus]

Nice brolly. Great review. :)

[@foraymotorgroup8721]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@user-ms4kl5te5d]

Will be collecting the limited version 24 plate in 2 wks time. Question the older model had a 12v socket just above the steering wheel with a usb as well. Has the new model still got this in the same place? Question 2, can you get Waze maps on the digital display like on the 2022 model, question 3, is it wireless charging I’ve been told so many things? 👍

[@foraymotorgroup8721]

Hi! Thank you for all the questions! 1. There is still a 12v socket and USB, but this is now placed under the gear stick. 2. Yes you can get Waze maps on the digital display. 3. Wireless charging is available, but it is a small optional extra. Hope this helps! If you have anymore questions just let me know. :)

[@jamesgriffiths2733]

I like this look of the transit its got the mk1 rear lights well a look off

[@foraymotorgroup8721]

Glad you like it James!

[@jamesgriffiths2733]

@foraymotorgroup8721 as a delivery driver and that sound perfect but I'd have to wait for them to rent us one lol 😆

[@foraymotorgroup8721]

Fingers crossed! The new Delivery Assist feature should be a huge help for productivity.@@jamesgriffiths2733

[@sugarbass2803]

Looks like a decent upgrade front the current custom. Does that ‘mobile office’ steering wheel desk tilt to completely flat too?

[@foraymotorgroup8721]

Yeah, it can lie completely flat, so you can pop your lunch on there!

[@stevend9960]

Looks a lot smaller than the existing transit custom. The cab particularly looks very tight and that gear stick base looks very restrictive on the leg room. I chose the Custom over the VW Transporter or Toyota Proace because of the extra cab space and I'm sad to see that the new link-up with VW has meant the Ford van has got smaller rather than VW bigger. Very dissapointing.

[@wotyadoing]

Someone should be investigating the increase in costs in vans. Pricing is a joke

[@graemetaylor629]

new vans have so much tech which is driving the price up beyond a lot of peoples means 🙁

[@AN-vt3kl]

I inquired about rough prices limited high roof previous gen about 38k this at least 48K 😒, I don't think I could physically increase my wages by 10 k a year in a blink of an aye.

[@thumper1747]

I’m considering this van and never had a Ford before, but I’ve noticed a great deal of what appears to be valid questions about engineering integrity and security that you don’t reply to Matthew, I think you should. Customers spend their hard earned money on these vans and rely on them and you for improvements. Totally ignoring them is not good customer care. I’d like to see some response as I’m sure those bothering to ask you would. G

[@foraymotorgroup8721]

Hi! We try to answer as many comments as we can. We are Foray Motor Group, so some questions (around the build of the vehicle) we may need a longer time to answer. We always try our best to reply to as many comments as we can! If you have any specific questions, we will try our best to answer:)

[@thumper1747]

@@foraymotorgroup8721 please answer the many questions readers are posing regarding wet belts and security. These drivers have had problems and as a prospective buyer, I’m concerned about the problems current owners are experiencing. I’m not qualified to repeat these questions, but if you look through the comments you’ll see them.

[@foraymotorgroup8721]

Hi, we go through the comments regulary and reply to all the comments that we can give an accurate and 100% truthful answer to. Security was mentioned in the video, as this is a popular question for the All-New Transit Custom. The EcoBlue engine is the same engine as previous models, as a dealer, we don't currently have any information on updates or changes to this. As always, we will keep our social chanels updated with any news.

[@thumper1747]

@@foraymotorgroup8721 thank you for replying

[@boblogIIIfan]

In australia we Cant get electric, cant get hybrid, cant get all wheel drive , or half the other options

[@foraymotorgroup8721]

Hi! This was a UK based review of the All-New Transit Custom. Unfortunately, we don't have any information for this version or other electrified versions coming to Australia. We hope you enjoyed the video :)

[@mehmetsari903]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@markpeel]

I have a 130ps current model, i believe its better mpg?, is that true

[@andyfield6854]

Is the engine made of chocolate like the others?

[@rapidcars1]

i'd like to know when the damn thing is coming to the United States?

[@djnandez2012]

Ford charging more for locks is class 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@user-fn5zt4mz2h]

How much??!!!!

[@foraymotorgroup8721]

The All-New Transit Custom starts from around £32,000. We have multiple payment options available!

[@jasoneldridge4738]

Another Turkish delight.

[@PR-cj8pd]

"Modern touchscreen" and then it takes 4 seconds from touch to input field .... (5:04)

[@dztrader]

i dont care about any feature, most trades man who work in london are concerned about the safety and how secure the van is, van are being broken in to on daily basis. why can't a van be factory fitted with metal plates, deadlocks and anti force open

[@samwarne9576]

Why’s it smaller ???

[@foraymotorgroup8721]

Hi Sam! The All-New Transit Custom is actually larger than the previous Transit Custom! :)

[@samwarne9576]

No it’s not! There more narrow

[@MohammedAli-qv5my]

Ran a 2022 custom for one year.had four injectors go two turbos never will have another one again back in a vw t6.1

[@jonny8860]

VW t6.1 is not better

[@jasoneldridge4738]

Just don't buy a VW T7 then,it's a rebadged one of these .

[@richardoakley8800]

So it can still be broken into in less than 60 seconds by a 12 year old

[@rajchoudhury5130]

Road test was excellent

[@foraymotorgroup8721]

We unfortunately didn't have time to squeeze a road test in, but we can get one filmed soon and live on the channel!

[@iainm8461]

Hi are ford releasing one with windows all way round for families, as would like to get away from Volkswagen t6

[@foraymotorgroup8721]

Absolutely, it's called the Tourneo Custom. You can find out more about it, including pricing etc on our website: www.foraymotorgroup.co.uk/new-cars/all-new-tourneo-custom/ If you'd like any more information, let me know! - Macaulay

[@stevendavies6209]

What about the terrible seat cloth! My 67 plate Transit had excellent seats but my 22 plate is abysmal!

[@tomjardine100]

Looks hideous in my opinion. The previous model looked better

[@mbingham10]

Locks are not upgraded this is of major importance to a tradesman also the engine still as the shitty wet belt system, looks dont matter we need reliability and security as a primary reason for buying, get on to Ford and get them to fit a decent engine and locks then I may think about buying one

[@7777sf]

Good van, bad umbrella

[@foraymotorgroup8721]

You're telling me! I should have prepared better so that I didn't have to borrow someone's Grandmothers umbrella... Glad you like the van - Macaulay

[@TheCainabis]

So will they be discontinuing the previous shape models? I think the new design looks absolutely horrid

[@foraymotorgroup8721]

Hi, after a while the current model will be fazed out and you will only be able to order the new shape. You will still be able to buy the current shape Transit Custom through our used van section! :)

[@MarcusTDM]

The grill looks really cheap but on the whole it looks a nice van. Wants to be though, the price of them!

[@foraymotorgroup8721]

Hi Marcus, we love to see everyones opinon on new vehicle releases, we're glad to see you love the van overall (minus the grille)!

[@MarcusTDM]

@@foraymotorgroup8721 I have a 73 plate Ford Transit Limited for work and do around 35000 miles a year in the van so have good experience of them. Had a couple of customs before it, one I did near on 170000 miles in!

[@jimmytwizzle7836]

I am sick of hearing the word awesome. Is that the only word you can think of using or just used to hearing it on every KZbin channel you’ve watched.

[@foraymotorgroup8721]

Well Jimmy, it is a pretty awesome vehicle!

[@travelcampervansandmore]

Good...until you showed that ghastly digital dashboard.

[@roberts773]

yer OK how much???

[@foraymotorgroup8721]

Hi! The All-New Transit Custom starts at £32,350 exc. VAT. Hope this helps :)

[@manofweed1]

Looks nice, but it must be absolute very expensive crap, from what I've read lately.

[@Metal05]

3.26, they are rear lamps not headlamps. Maybe you need to rewatch your own videos before going live mate!

[@foraymotorgroup8721]

Hi. This was a slip up in terminology, the video showcased the rear lights, so it was clear what the presenter was referencing, just a slip up in terminology. Hope this helps :)

[@mrbigomz9038]

Looks like a black cab from the front 😂

[@Kevin-eg3mf]

Why are manufacturers wasting time on vans! make your cars better

[@user-ki1zo9xi3i]

Wow , why would tradesmen want a van your right ….

[@Kevin-eg3mf]

@@user-ki1zo9xi3i Vans should be simple with zero tech! these transits are too much even the previous model unnecessary gadgetry

[@paulkozlowski6211]

Complete waste of time these reviews. Do 150000 mile in it then give your opinion. Oh soz honesty isn't what your looking for it it? It's a sale

[@dejavoue88]

I call this BS .. It will be broken into easily,it will need fixing within the first year , the build quality is lower than an MPs trust level,it will have crxp in it that no one has asked for.

[@scottkelly379]

So will it be a peace of piss to break into like the previous models 🤔