Introducing the Ford Hybrid & Electric Range
With the increasing number of Clean-Air zones in UK cities, the government plan to ban the sale of new petrol and diesel cars by 2030 and the current government plug-in grants of up to £3,000 of the cost of the vehicle plus up to £350 towards the installation of your charger available until 2022/23, there are many benefits for going electric now. For more information on the government OLEV grant click here.
Benefits of Owning a Plug-In Hybrid & 100% Electric Vehicle
Due to electric motors having fewer components, electric vehicle owners can expect to save an average of £3,250 on repair and maintenance costs over the life of the vehicle compared to a petrol powered car.
Plus, with the cost to charge an electric battery much lower than the price filling up with petrol or diesel you could see a typical saving of £780 per year, based on 12,500 miles, 46.3mpg fuel economy, £1.18/litre fuel cost, £0.20/kWh domestic electricity cost and an energy consumption of 16.5kWh/100km when charging the vehicle at home.
Driver's of electric vehicles also benefit from:
- Zero Road Tax
- Zero CO2 Emissions
- Zero Fuel Fumes
- Zero Gear Changes
- Zero Engine Vibrations
Living with an Electric Vehicle
Many people worry they won't be able to travel long distances between charges but in reality most 100% electric vehicles can drive over 200 miles on a full charge which is enough to drive from London to Leicester and back again.* A plug-in hybrid vehicle also has the capability of driving over 30 miles* on 100% electric power, which is enough range to get the average person to and from work each day.
In the UK there are more than 20,000 public chargepoints which is one of the biggest networks in Europe, with new locations being added every day.
Although most owners will charge their electric vehicle over night at home, if you need to re-charge on longer journeys its reasuring to know that you can acheive 80% battery charge in just 30minutes using a public rapid charger, which is just enough time to enjoy a coffee break. It's also good to know that most batteries now come with an 8 year/100,000 mile warranty.
Owners of electric vehicles can take advantage of remote functions, which they can control with a mobile phone, including checking the current level of battery charge, available mile range and the ability to set time when it is cheapest to charge their battery over night. There are helpful apps available to download which will calculate the cost of using a public charger, help locate your nearest charge point while you're on the road, allow you to plan your journey before you leave home and find out which energy suppliers have domestic tariffs tailored to electric vehicle drivers. A good example of this is Zap-Map, which is available on both Android and iOS, click here to visit their website.
Book a test drive today and experience for yourself how smooth, silent and enjoyable to drive your next car could be!
HYBRID MODELS
Ford is now pursuing leadership positions across mobility and electrified vehicles, launching 16 hybrid and electric vehicles in 2020/21.
Utilising forward-looking technologically and using a wide range of electrified solutions to suit the different needs of different consumers, the new Ford Hybrid vehicles make electrification relevant and affordable for more drivers than ever before.
The electric torque assistance from a Belt Integrated Starter/Generator will enhance the dynamic petrol engine driving experience for Fiesta, Puma and Focus EcoBoost Hybrid models by enabling greater power, responsiveness and fuel-efficiency. For EcoBlue Hybrid models including All-New Kuga and Tourneo Custom, the technology is employed solely to further improve the fuel-efficiency of diesel powertrains.
Ford offers its Ford Connected Wallbox for all-electric and plug-in hybrid vehicle customers at home – delivering up to five times the charging power of a typical domestic socket.
FIESTA MILD HYBRID
Available now, the Ford EcoBoost Hybrid engine brings a new level of efficiency to the nimble Fiesta. The mild hybrid delivers more power, up to 20% faster acceleration and 10% more fuel efficiency, all while maintaining the fun-to-drive DNA that’s integral to the Fiesta experience.
PUMA MILD HYBRID
Intelligently engineered to deliver up to 20% better acceleration, with 10% more fuel efficiency. Innovative ‘human-centric’ design, bold SUV exterior styling, and an energetic drive. Ford Puma doesn’t seek your attention – it quietly demands it.
FOCUS MILD HYBRID
Elegant styling, premium materials, generous interior space, and now with an EcoBoost Hybrid engine too. The new Ford Focus delivers more power, 20% faster acceleration and 10% more fuel efficiency. So you can enjoy improved performance with reduced emissions.
ALL-NEW KUGA MILD HYBRID
Beautifully designed, remarkably efficient, effortlessly capable. As part of Ford’s commitment to electrifying our range, the New Kuga is available in EcoBlue Mild Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid. Ford’s advanced hybrid technology is designed to deliver a cleaner, quieter, more sophisticated approach to SUV driving.
ALL-NEW KUGA PLUG-IN HYBRID
Beautifully designed, remarkably efficient, effortlessly capable. As part of Ford’s commitment to electrifying our range, the New Kuga is available in EcoBlue Mild Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid. Ford’s advanced hybrid technology is designed to deliver a cleaner, quieter, more sophisticated approach to SUV driving.
MONDEO HYBRID
The Mondeo Estate has two sources of power: a conventional fuel engine and a battery-driven, electric motor. The system automatically switches between the powertrains, or uses a combination of both, to deliver a perfect blend of power and efficiency. And to make the whole system even more efficient, regenerative braking captures up to 90% of the energy normally lost through friction brakes, then recycles it to recharge the high-voltage battery.
TOURNEO CUSTOM MILD HYBRID
With seating for up to nine occupants, the Ford Tourneo Custom delivers a practical and versatile interior space, with the exceptional comfort levels of a premium passenger vehicle. Now available with a wider range of fuel-efficient diesels or advanced hybrid options. The hybrid technology helps to reduce fuel consumption and lower emissions, with a small battery-powered electric motor providing extra support to the combustion engine when needed. Kinetic energy and regenerative braking recharges the 48-volt hybrid battery while you drive. The result is a more refined and sophisticated people mover than ever before.
TOURNEO CUSTOM PLUG-IN HYBRID
The New Ford Tourneo Custom Plug-in Hybrid has two sources of power to help your passengers get where they need to be more efficiently than ever. An advanced electric powertrain enables you to complete shorter trips with zero emissions. And on longer journeys the multiple award-winning 1.0 litre EcoBoost engine kicks in to ensure you can go as far as you want. It’s technology designed to maximise efficiency without compromising on the reliability and flexibility you expect in a Tourneo. The Plug-in Hybrid can be charged anywhere you have access to the mains and once fully charged, this can take you up to 33 miles using the electric motor alone.
ELECTRIC
Ford is expanding its long-standing business partnership with BP by adding Pulse to offer the biggest public charging network in the UK – the FordPass charging network. This move is ahead of the arrival of the all-electric Mustang Mach-E performance SUV, which increases Ford’s UK network from almost 3,000 charge points to around 9,500.
Mark Harvey, Ford’s European Enterprise Connectivity Director, said: “Starting 2021 with the exciting Mustang Mach-E will accelerate Ford’s progress towards electrified engines accounting for more than half of our car sales by the end of 2022."
Readers of specialist websitee DrivingElectric.com has named the Ford Mustang Mach-E their 'Future Electric Car' of the year in the 2021 DrivingElectric awards. Its Editor, Richard Ingram said: “Our readers are fully on board with Ford’s decision to use the famous Mustang sports car name. Mustang Mach-E’s electric drivetrain helps, giving the car the stats to live up to its name, with 0-62mph coming up in under four seconds in the upcoming GT version."
MUSTANG MACH-E - 100% ELECTRIC
Introducing the Mustang Mach-E: Ford’s first all-electric SUV.
Beautifully sculpted design, state-of the-art technologies, and a maximum electric driving range of 379 miles. The Mustang Mach-E is an electric SUV that delivers instant acceleration, with the GT model capable of 0-62mph in just 3.7 seconds. Get ready to fall in love with driving all over again.
Going Electric Makes Good Sense for your Business Too
With the current rate of BIK set at just 1% for 2021/2022 which will then rise to 2% until 2025 alongside the reduced vehicle running costs, ability to report significantly lower company fleet CO2 emissons and less National Insurance Contributions to pay, the benefits for any business are now certainly worth considering.
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*The electric range you achieve in real life conditions will depend upon a number of factors including the starting charge of the battery, accessories fitted (post-registration), variations in weather, driving styles and vehicle load.