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Ford Announces Transit City, a China-Built Electric Van for Urban Fleets

The low-cost model signals Ford’s push to keep fleet buyers from switching to cheaper rivals.

Overview

  • Ford Pro unveiled the Transit City on Thursday with orders in Q2 2026, a September IAA debut in Hannover, and first deliveries by year-end.
  • A 110 kW front-drive motor and a 56 kWh LFP battery deliver up to 254 kilometers of range with 87 kW DC and 11 kW AC charging and a 33 minute 10 to 80 percent stop in ideal conditions.
  • Developed and built in China by Jiangling Motors, the model draws on a long partnership in which Ford holds a 32 percent stake.
  • The lineup includes two van sizes, L1H1 and L2H2, plus a single-cab chassis, and it comes only in one standard spec with Ford Pro telematics and no tow option.
  • Ford has not released prices, while auto motor und sport expects about €39,500 before tax as the company tries to counter lower-priced Chinese vans and Kia’s PV5.