Four years after its unveiling, and two years after its launch, Ford is expanding the electric E-Transit Custom one-ton van’s offering. Both the cargo and passenger versions, known as the E-Tourneo Custom, will receive a dual-motor all-wheel drive (AWD) variant in 2026.

To say that the roll-out of the Ford E-Transit Custom has been steady, is not an understatement. The electric one-ton van made its debut in 2022, but production began in Turkey only in late 2023. Now, Ford is announcing an addition to the range in the shape of an AWD variant, but not for another year…

AWD for the diesel and electric Transits, but not the hybrid

Currently, the Ford E-Transit Custom is available in three power levels: 136 hp, 218 hp, or 286 hp. All are powered by the same 64 kWh battery, offering up to 330 km of WLTP range. The electric version exists alongside the diesel and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) Transit Custom models. And the same goes for the passenger model, the (E-)Tourneo Custom.

From spring 2026, Ford will introduce the new AWD E-Transit and E-Tourneo Custom. It features a second electric motor on the front axle, creating a four-wheel drive system without a physical connection  between both axles. AWD was already available for the most powerful diesel variant, but not on the hybrid or electric versions.

Ideal for Nordic markets

Ford wants to serve customers driving in “challenging conditions” with this electric AWD model, especially in the Nordic, Alpine and Highlands regions. Countries like Norway are ideal markets for this type of vehicle, thanks to their high level of electrification and wintry conditions.

However, Ford is not yet communication any technical details of the new E-Transit Custom AWD. Further details and specifications will be provided closer to the launch, according to the press release. Expect a more limited WLTP range and a lower payload due to the extra weight of the second motor, but by how much, we’ll have to wait and see.