• Tourneo Custom range gains second model alongside current Trend version. New Active derivative comes in at more accessible price point matched to Tourneo Custom’s exceptional comfort, space and practicality
• Retains long wheelbase configuration with eight seats that can be configured to suit customer needs, including flexible track-mounted seating system for second and third rows
• Powered by refined and economical 2.0-litre turbodiesel engine with AdBlue, equipped with eight-speed automatic transmission and four selectable Drive Modes

PRETORIA, SOUTH AFRICA, 12 March 2025 – Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa (Manufacturing) (Pty) Ltd (“Ford South Africa”) is bolstering its Tourneo Custom range with the addition of a new Active model that offers even better value than the current Trend derivative, while retaining the exceptional comfort, space and versatility that this practical people-mover is renowned for.

“The current Tourneo Custom Trend was launched last year and has been very well received by the market, but we saw that there is a gap for a slightly lower specification model at a more accessible price point for prospective customers,” says Sunil Sewmohan Executive director, Product Marketing, at Ford South Africa.

“For the Tourneo Custom Active, we removed some of the ‘nice-to-haves’ but not essential interior features, while retaining the impressive list of standard driver assistance, passive safety and connectivity technologies that are fundamental to the Tourneo Custom platform,” Sewmohan says. “There’s no change to the vehicle’s outstanding interior space or the flexibility it provides for carrying people and goods. As a more affordable offering, we are confident that it will appeal to a wider range of both private and fleet customers.”

Externally, the only differentiating feature on the Tourneo Custom Active, compared to the Trend model, is the deletion of the privacy glass for the side and rear windows, with a light tint applied instead. In the cabin, the dual sliding side doors are now equipped with pull-up blinds that provide a measure of privacy for passengers.

The Active is equipped with automatic climate control in place of the dual-zone system used on the Trend, while with the heated front seats, driver and passenger armrests and wireless charger are removed from the standard specification.

For the rest the features set is identical between the two models, including the flexible track-mounted seating system for the second and third rows that allows the cabin layout to be adapted according to the people and load-carrying requirements. There are three second-row seats that can be moved independently, and the third row has a two seat/one seat split.

The tracked seating enables customers to slide the second and third row seats forward or back along notched tracks set into the rear cabin floor. The seats can also be rotated to create a six-person conference layout, or removed from the vehicle to free up a massive 6.8m³ load volume.

Along with Tourneo Custom’s overall vehicle height of under two metres and lower floor height with integrated side steps, the flat floor in the front of the vehicle further enhances practicality and cross-cab access.

Uncompromising safety and technology

Although the Tourneo Custom Active comes in at a lower price point than the Trend, there is no compromise on the core vehicle features. The impressive list of standard safety equipment includes LED headlights and daytime running lights, Electronic Stability Programme with Traction Control, ABS brakes with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Emergency Brake Assist, as well as Hill Launch Assist.

This is supported by the Driver Assistance Pack comprising Intelligent Speed Assistance with cruise control and Speed Sign Recognition, Collision Mitigation System, Driver Impairment Monitor, Lane Keeping Aid, front and rear parking sensors with digital rear view camera, and Ford’s Tyre Pressure Monitoring System.

Occupant protection includes front and side airbags for the diver and passenger, rear curtain airbags and three-point seatbelts all round. ISOFIX points are available on all three seats in the second row as well as the two outboard seats in the third row. Standard security features comprise keyless entry and start, a Thatcham Category 1 alarm system, immobiliser, two-stage door unlocking and power door dead-locking functions.

The Tourneo Custom Active has the identical 12-inch instrument cluster with eight-inch configurable digital display as the Tourneo Custom Trend, along with a 13-inch central touchscreen incorporating Ford’s SYNC 4 infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility as standard. USB charging points are available for both front and rear seat occupants.

The new Active model is powered by the same 2.0-litre Single Turbo EcoBlue diesel engine that incorporates Auto Stop/Start and the AdBlue diesel exhaust additive to transform nitrogen oxide into harmless nitrogen and water. A 20-litre AdBlue tank is standard.

The 2.0L SiT diesel engine produces 100kW of power along with 360Nm of torque, and is mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission that drives the front wheels. Four selectable Drive Modes are available to tailor the vehicle’s performance, comprising Normal, Eco, Slippery and Tow/Haul. The Tourneo Custom range is rated to tow a braked trailer up to 2 500kg.

Pricing (includes VAT):

-         Tourneo Custom Active LWB Bus 2.0L SiT 8AT                        R1 050 000

-         Tourneo Custom Trend LWB Bus 2.0L SiT 8AT                        R1 076 000

The recommended Retail Price includes a 6 year/90 000km Ford Optional Service Plan, four-year/120 000km Ford warranty, four-year/unlimited distance Roadside Assistance and five-year/unlimited distance corrosion warranty. In addition, over the counter (OTC) parts and service parts warranty (SPW) are covered for two-year/unlimited distance. The recommended service interval is 15 000km or annually, whichever occurs first.

Customers have the option of purchasing Ford Protect Service or Maintenance Plan upgrades up to eight years or 165 000km. The warranty can be extended up to seven years or 200 000km, while the Roadside Assistance can be extended for an additional one or two years.

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