Transit vans get TDCi common rail option

Ford is offering its latest Duratorq TDCi common rail turbo diesel engine as an option on front wheel drive Transit vans.

The second generation common rail two-litre engine produces 92kW (at 3,800rpm), against its predecessor's 74kW, and 285Nm of peak torque between 1,500rpm and 2,200rpm - an increase of 24%.

With a laden short wheel base van, this translates to a 0-96kph (0-60mph) time 19% quicker at 17 seconds. Mid-range acceleration in the 48-96kph (30-60mph) in fourth gear is 22% faster at 14.5 seconds.

Fuel consumption is also said to be improved by 5%, thanks in part to six hole injectors, 1,400 bar injection pressure and a combustion feedback system that constantly checks and adjusts the quality of the burn.