Hold onto your jandals, New Zealand, because Ford is delivering not one, but two bundles of joy, and they’re set to make a splash! With their grand entrance at Fieldays 2025, the all-new Ford Tourneo Courier and its equally fresh sibling, the Ford Transit Courier, are here to prove that good things really do come in pairs. While they might share some family resemblances under the hood, these ‘twins’ are geared up for distinctly different missions – one for the weekend warrior and the other for the weekday workhorse.
Meet the Tourneo Courier – The Adventurous Sibling
First up is the Ford Tourneo Courier, the five-seat multi-activity vehicle clearly designed with Kiwi adventurers and action-packed family weekends in mind . If your life involves a chaotic but delightful mix of kids, dogs, sports gear, DIY projects, and spontaneous road trips, this Courier is calling your name. Ford says it packs SUV styling and “properly practical features” into a city-friendly footprint, with boot space to spare even with five aboard.
Forget boring people-movers; the Tourneo Courier, especially in its ‘Active’ guise, wants to be seen. Think unique two-tone paint options like “Bursting Green” with a contrasting white roofline, machined alloy wheels, and body cladding that screams “let’s hit the road!” . Ford’s Design Director for Europe, Amko Leenarts, even describes its exterior as expressing a “‘no-nonsense’ character,” adding, “The SUV-inspired design is rugged outside and roomy inside, providing a tough, eager partner for our customers’ busy lifestyles”.
Speaking of roomy, the interior promises more space than ever, with large windows to soak in those scenic NZ views and a design focused on making life easier. Tech-wise, it’s future-forward with a standard built-in modem enabling wireless software updates for multiple modules. The cockpit boasts SYNC 4 infotainment on a central eight-inch touchscreen, a digital cluster display replacing traditional dials, a wireless charging pad, USB ports, and standard wireless phone mirroring through Android Auto and Apple CarPlay . Plus, a nifty built-in phone mounting fin means no more suction cup marks on your windscreen, keeping your phone in a safe but visible place.
Practicality continues with handy storage across the dashboard and doors, a large tailgate perfect for sheltering under while families fill the boot or put on their gumboots, and even clever cubbyholes built into the boot side panels for muddy kit or loose items. With the 60/40 split rear seats flipped and folded, the Tourneo Courier offers a generous 2,162 litres of boot space, enough for items up to 1.4 metres long. The Active model even boasts part-trimmed soft technical fabric seats that are easy to clean and aren’t affected by wet clothes – because life, and adventures, can get messy . And for families, the wide-opening sliding side doors are a godsend, making it easy to jump aboard or strap young children into their seats, while also helping prevent dings in tight parking spaces.
Introducing the Transit Courier – The Productive Partner
Now, let’s meet the other twin, the all-new Ford Transit Courier. This one rolls up its sleeves, ready to boost productivity and connectivity for Kiwi businesses. While it shares the ‘Courier’ name and a New Zealand debut at Fieldays 2025, its focus is squarely on being a compact van powerhouse. Ford touts its Double Cab In Van (DCiV) five-seat configuration, featuring an impressive “fold and tumble” rear seat that significantly expands the rear load space when you need to prioritise cargo over crew.
The Transit Courier isn’t just about grunt; it’s designed to be an “eye-catching billboard” for operators’ businesses with its bold exterior, space-efficient squared form, short overhangs, and SUV-inspired design that emphasizes toughness and capability . Inside, the load area and cabin design include customer-led features to boost productivity and comfort while at work . Critically for a work vehicle, it’s a safety standout, being the first van to receive a 5-Star safety award from Euro NCAP according to their most recent testing standards . As Paul Heagerty, Ford Transit marketing manager for Ford New Zealand, put it, “The all-new Transit Courier delivers the capability of a larger van while keeping the footprint compact. It’s smart both inside and out and will be an ace in the hand for NZ businesses”.
Shared DNA – What Makes Them Twins?
Despite their different career paths, these Couriers share some strong family genes. Both are powered by an enhanced 1.0-litre EcoBoost turbocharged petrol engine, delivering a handy 92kW. This peppy powerplant is mated to a new seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, designed for fast, responsive shifting with no loss of torque, and improved slow-speed efficiency – perfect for city driving or stop-start traffic. The Tourneo Courier’s engine features Auto StartStop and an Active Grille Shutter for advanced energy efficiency, while the Transit Courier’s version has been optimised to produce less CO2 and improve fuel efficiency.
Both vehicles also benefit from Ford’s latest compact vehicle platform, granting them access to a comprehensive range of advanced driver assistance systems. The Tourneo Courier comes standard with Lane-Keeping System, Pre-Collision Assist, Intelligent Speed Assist, Traffic Sign Recognition, Driver Alert, and Cruise Control for peace of mind . The Transit Courier, meanwhile, raises standards in its segment with a Platinum NCAP-award-winning suite of advanced driver assistance systems including Lane-Keeping System, Intelligent Speed Assist, rear parking sensors, Blind Spot Information System with Cross Traffic Alert, and Reverse Brake Assist.
The Nitty-Gritty – Price and Arrival
Ready to welcome one of these twins into your driveway or fleet? The adventurous Ford Tourneo Courier Active has a Recommended Retail Price of 55,990(GST inclusive) +ORC. For businesses looking for compact van productivity, the Ford Transit Courier DCiV comes in at an RRP of $49,990 (GST inclusive) +ORCs. Both are available to order from local Ford dealers now, with the first arrivals estimated in the fourth quarter of this year.
So, whether you’re conquering the school run and the weekend wilderness, or conquering the demands of a bustling business, Ford’s new Courier twins offer a compelling package. The Tourneo brings the fun, style, and flexibility for active Kiwis and their families, while the Transit delivers the smarts, safety, and space for hardworking enterprises. It seems the Ford family has just expanded with two very capable new members, and New Zealand gets to reap the versatile rewards. One thing’s for sure, the Courier name is about to get twice as familiar on Kiwi roads.
