Ford mainly shows the new EcoSport SUV in Geneva. However, for lovers of space, the automaker has prepared a world premiere of the Ford Tourneo Courier , which will impress not only with its appearance, but also with its interior space.
The Tournea Courier's design features distinctive, rising pontoon lines, slim headlights and a high-set trapezoidal radiator grille, which express the dynamic nature of Ford's global design language. The interior is characterized by a high level of quality of materials and workmanship. The pre-production model exhibited in Geneva will then offer special exterior details such as chrome edging of the upper and lower grille or wheels with a distinctive two-tone finish. Inside, the leather-covered upper part of the dashboard, partial leather seats, chrome details and contrasting red stitching will impress.
The new Tourneo Courier is based on Ford's latest global small car platform , which it shares with the Fiesta and B-MAX models. With a total length of 4.16 m , the new model offers generous space for five people and their luggage , combined with the agile driving characteristics and maneuverability of a compact car. A four-seat configuration will be offered in the Turkish market.
Thanks to a pair of sliding rear doors, the Tourneo Courier offers the best access to the cabin in its class . The rear seats split and fold in a 60/40 ratio then ensure the necessary flexibility of the interior arrangement. The well-thought-out storage spaces are evidenced by, for example, an adjustable luggage compartment platform that can be placed at several different heights, a large center console capable of holding an A4 folder or a small laptop, ceiling boxes or a drawer under the driver's seat. A unique docking station at the top of the dashboard allows passengers to store and charge mobile devices such as a mobile phone or satellite navigation.
The propulsion will be provided by highly economical gasoline and diesel engines, which should be the most economical in the given class. On request, all offered drive units will be supplied with the Auto-Start-Stop system. Customers will choose between Duratorq TDCi 1.5 (55 kW) and 1.6 (70 kW) diesel engines, or the 1.0 EcoBoost (74 kW) petrol engine, which boasts the title of "International Engine of the Year 2012".
The Tourneo Courier will go to the first customers in spring 2014 and will be produced in the new hall of the Ford Otosan factory in Kocaeli , Turkey.
Source: Ford
