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2.4L, 6-speed manual, 4-door Panel Van, Diesel, RWD
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Ford Transit Base (2008) price & specs
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Overview
The 2008 Ford Transit Base is a rear-wheel drive, 4-door Panel Van that was released to the Australian market on 4th January 1970 classified as a VM. The Ford Transit is regarded as a Van Over 3.5t built in Great Britain with prices starting at $41,490 before on-road costs.
This Ford Transit is powered by a 2.4L 4-cylinder engine that has 103 kW of power (at 3500 rpm) and 375 Nm of torque (at 2000 rpm) via a Six-speed Manual transmission. Ford claims the Transit Base uses 10.4L/100km of Diesel in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 274g of CO2. It has a 80L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 769km per full tank
The Ford Transit measures 2387mm (94.0 inches) in height, 5230mm (205.9 inches) in length, 1974mm (77.7 inches) in width with a 3300mm (129.9 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1985kg (4376.2 lbs) of unladen weight. The Transit Base comes standard with 215/75 R16 front tyres and 215/75 R16 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, 100,000 km warranty.
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Power to Weight
44.92 - 56.81 kW/t
31.78 kW/t
67.16 kW/t
Fuel Efficiency
7.2 - 10.4 L/100km
7.2 L/100km
10.4 L/100km
Vehicle Range
988 - 1,111 km
988 km
1,111 km
Price
$33,990 - $47,990
$33,990
$73,494
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
100,000 km
100,000 km
200,000 km
Years on Sale
6 - 7 years
1 year
5 years
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Dimensions
5,230 mm
1,974 mm
2,387 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 5,230 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,974 mm |
| Overall Height | 2,387 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,300 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,900 mm |
| Load Capacity | 1,315 mm |
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Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Emission Control Level
Australia Air Pollution Rating: 3.0
Australia Greenhouse Rating: 4.5
Australia Overall Emission Control Level Rating: 2.0
CO2 Level (Combined): 274
Standard Met: EU4
Engine
Bore Engine: 89.9
Engine (cc): 2402
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: Duratorq Zsd-424
Engine (L): 2.4
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 94.6
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Diesel Common Rail
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 21.1
Main Capacity (L): 80
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 17.6
Main Fuel Type: Diesel
Main Type: Total
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 10.4
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 27
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 23
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 10.4
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 140
Maximum Power (kW): 103
Maximum Torque (Nm): 375
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 3500
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2000
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Description: Manual
Number of Speeds: 6
Type: Manual
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Type: Hydraulic
Steering Wheel
Type: Plastic
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Leaf
Rear Type: Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 75
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 215
Rear Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 75
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 215
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Steel
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 5.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Steel
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 5.5
Body Style
Body Type: Panel Van
Cab Type: Single Cab
Local Body Type: Panel Van
Platform Code: V185
Roof Type: Semi-High
Wheelbase Type: Medium
Mud Flaps
Rear Mud Flaps Location: Rear
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Rear
Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Volume (cu ft): 301.9
Cargo Volume (L): 8550
Height (in): 64.8
Height (mm): 1740
Length (in): 116.1
Length (mm): 2949
Loading Floor Height (in): 28.0
Loading Floor Height (mm): 712
Standard Measurement: Manufacturer'S Own
Width Between Wheelhouses (in): 54.7
Width Between Wheelhouses (mm): 1390
Width (in): 68.5
Width (mm): 1740
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11900
Front Overhang (in): 36.7
Front Overhang (mm): 933
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 39.0
Overall Height (in): 94.0
Overall Height (mm): 2387
Overall Length (in): 205.9
Overall Length (mm): 5230
Overall Width (in): 77.7
Overall Width (mm): 1974
Rear Overhang (in): 39.3
Rear Overhang (mm): 997
Wheelbase (in): 129.9
Wheelbase (mm): 3300
Cargo Doors
Passenger Height (in): 57.7
Passenger Height (mm): 1465
Location: Passenger
Passenger Operation: Sliding
Passenger Width (in): 49.2
Passenger Width (mm): 1250
Rear Height (in): 61.7
Rear Height (mm): 1566
Location: Rear
Rear Opening Angle: 180
Rear Operation: Double Hinged
Rear Width (in): 60.6
Rear Width (mm): 1540
Headlight Control
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Paint
External Colour: Silver
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Weights
Front Axle Weight (kg): 1700
Front Axle Weight (lb): 3748
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2800
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 6173
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Train Weight (kg): 6100
Gross Train Weight (lb): 13448
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 3300
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 7275
Payload Allowance (kg): 1315
Payload Allowance (lb): 2899
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1985
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4376
Rear Axle Weight (kg): 2150
Rear Axle Weight (lb): 4740
Audio System
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 2
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Center
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Front Seat
Location: Centre
Center Front Seat Type: Bench
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bench
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 3
Configuration: 3+0
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
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