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Ford Tourneo Connect Plug-in Hybrid

The independent definitive Ford Tourneo Connect Plug-in Hybrid video review
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    By Jonathan Crouch

    Ford's Tourneo Connect looks a very complete package in Plug-In Hybrid form. Jonathan Crouch drives it.

    Ten Second Reviewword count: 48

    Ford brings us a Plug-In Hybrid version of its practical Tourneo Connect MPV. With up to 74 miles of electric range and the option of seven seats, it could be a better bet than the EV you might have been thinking of in the compact people carrying class.

    Backgroundword count: 156

    Re-thinking that small family EV you were considering? Given spiralling EV prices and a faltering public charging network, we wouldn't blame you. And if so, here's a rather different option for you to consider, the Ford Tourneo Connect Plug-In Hybrid. Yes, it's an MPV, not one of those trendy crossovers. And yes, it's based on a van (the Volkswagen Caddy). If you're in the minority of buyers not put off by those two caveats, then congratulations; you'll be getting a far more practical family conveyance than an SUV of this size could ever be. There's the option of a seven-seat version for a start. The Tourneo Connect has been on sale in conventional form since 2022, but Ford delayed launch of a PHEV version until that technology could offer a really decent level of EV driving range. Which this car delivers - to a point that really might make you question the need for an EV.

    Driving Experienceword count: 200

    Like other current Tourneo Connects, this one borrows its chassis from Volkswagen - and its Plug-In Hybrid engine too, though Ford has badged it a 1.5-litre 'Ecoboost' unit. It uses a high voltage battery and electric motor to deliver a combined 150PS, with 350Nm of torque through the 6-speed dual clutch automatic transmission you have to have, which means 0-62mph in 10.5s and is a combination which can deliver up to 74 miles of EV range. There are regular Hybrid or EV drive modes. And you can select gears yourself using provided gearshift paddles. Brake regen is automatic by default, or you can select a regen 'Low' mode where the car coasts more freely. As with other variants in the range, your car can be specified with Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Centring, which provides assisted driving for accelerator, braking and steering functions to reduce stress on highways or in stop and start traffic. Unlike with the combustion model though, there's no all wheel drive option. You wouldn't expect engaging handling from a van-based MPV and you don't get it here. But the glassy body makes this people carrier easy to manoeuvre around town, as does the light steering.

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    Price:

    £37,270.00 (At 9 Jul 2025)

    £40,270.00 (At 9 Jul 2025)

    0-62 mph (s):

    10.5

    Electric WLTP-Rated Driving Range (miles):

    74

    Combined Mpg:

    553

    Length (mm):

    4500

    Width (mm):

    2100

    Height (mm):

    1833

    Boot Capacity (l):

    191

    3105

    Power (ps):

    150

    Scoring (subset of scores)

    Category: Hybrid, Plug-in, Electric & Hydrogen

    Performance
    60%
    Handling
    50%
    Comfort
    60%
    Space
    80%
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