Automotive Business Magazine – Q2 2026 – Digital edition - Magazine - Page 33
OPINION
FORD CAPRI EXTENDED RANGE
performance and long range capability
sit alongside everyday practicality and
serious storage space.
With up to 627 km of WLTP range, up
to 340 PS, sub-5.5 second acceleration
in its quickest form, and over 600 litres
of boot space, this is about substance
beyond the badge.
It feels European in tuning, measured
in its delivery, and competitive in
specification.
If the original Capri was about
accessible style and attitude, this one
applies that thinking to the electric age
in a way that feels considered, rather
than gimmicky.
Inside: The Ford
Capri blends
minimalism with
practicality
TCO – Total Cost of Ownership
•
Capital Expenditure: UK pricing starts at
approximately £41,950 for the entry-level
Select model and can rise to £52,185 for
the fully loaded Premium AWD version.
Tax Benefits: As a zero-emission vehicle
(0g/km CO2), it qualifies for a low
Benefit-in-Kind (BIK) rate of 3% for the
2025/26 tax year, rising to 4% in 2026/27.
Residual Value: The Capri's 'cult classic'
status and modern EV architecture help
it remain desirable in the used market,
though fleets should note it is subject to
standard EV depreciation curves.
Fuel Efficiency
Extended Range RWD: Offers up to
627 km (389 miles) WLTP range with
a combined consumption of 13.3–14.0
kWh/100 km.
Extended Range AWD: Provides up to
592 km (368 miles) WLTP range with a
consumption of 15.0–15.8 kWh/100 km.
Charging Costs: Based on the 77–79 kWh
battery capacity, a full charge at home
(roughly 7p/mile equivalent) remains
much cheaper than a petrol alternative.
Maintenance Cost
Battery Warranty: Standard 8-year or
100,000-mile high-voltage battery
warranty, guaranteed to at least
65% capacity.
Standard Warranty: Typically 3-years
or 60,000 miles for general vehicle
components.
Service Intervals: Fleet data indicates a
service frequency of every 24 months
with no mileage cap (999,999 miles),
significantly reducing the number of
annual garage visits.
Downtime
Rapid Charging: To minimize 'refueling'
downtime, the AWD model supports 185
kW DC fast charging, allowing a 10% to
80% charge in approximately 26 minutes.
Roadside Assistance: New Capri
purchases include two years of free Ford
Roadside Assistance.
SMR Management: 12 months of free Ford
Pro Vehicle Management Software is
often included with business purchases
to help fleet managers track vehicle
health and schedule repairs.
Safety
Safety Rating: 5-Star NCAP overall rating.
Standard Tech: 12 ultrasonic sensors,
5 cameras, and 3 radars supporting
Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control with
Stop and Go, Lane-Keeping Aid, and PreCollision Assist.
Insurance Groups: Typically Group 19E
to 30E depending on the trim and
driver assist packs, notably lower than
premium competitors like the Range
Rover Sport (Group 50).
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