Key takeaways
- Ford Pro will deliver 131 electric vans in total to BVG by the end of 2026.
- The order includes 49 Ford E-Transit Custom and 82 Ford E-Transit.
- The vans will handle maintenance, service and transport jobs in Berlin's local transit.
- Range in city driving: up to 443 km (Custom) and up to 403 km (Transit).
- The vans add to a wider electrification plan with charging points and 270 more e-buses by 2027.
What is being delivered?
By the end of 2026, 131 battery-electric vans will go to Berliner Verkehrsbetriebe (BVG). The order comes from Ford Pro, the maker's fleet and commercial vehicle arm.
The vans will take on maintenance, service and transport jobs in Berlin's local transit. electrive.net reports this.
Which models are in the order?
The order splits across two model lines: 49 Ford E-Transit Custom and 82 Ford E-Transit. Ford Pro says both lines match different use profiles in public transit work.
Which technical details matter for fleet managers?
The E-Transit Custom has a usable battery of 64 kWh and 100 kW power. Its combined WLTP range is up to 331 kilometres. In city driving, up to 443 kilometres are possible.
The larger E-Transit has a 68 kWh battery and 135 kW power. In the combined WLTP cycle, it reaches up to 317 kilometres. In city driving, it can do up to 403 kilometres.
Depending on the version, a load volume of up to 15.1 cubic metres is available.
Understanding WLTP and city driving
WLTP range is a standard lab test. In city driving, the figures are often higher. You drive slower and brake more. For fleet managers, the city range is often the practical figure.
How does the order fit BVG's overall plan?
The vans are one part of BVG's ongoing electrification. In late June 2026, the company opened a fast-charging station for e-buses at Marzahn S-Bahn station. At the same time, BVG is expanding its charging and depot network.
By 2027, 270 more battery-electric buses are also set to be bought. This would lift the e-bus count to around 550. That equals about one third of the bus fleet of around 1,500 vehicles.
What can fleet managers take away?
BVG is a special case. Still, the order shows some patterns that apply to other fleets too:
- Scale before infrastructure: A large fleet needs depots, load management and power capacity, not just vehicles.
- Mix models by use: Different vans cover different jobs (for example, city logistics vs. heavy materials transport).
- One plan for all drives: Vans and buses share the same charging setup at the site.
Tip for fleet managers
Check your depot's power connection early. A higher power capacity is often the bottleneck before the vehicles arrive.
Frequently asked questions
- When will the 131 vans be delivered?
- By the end of 2026, electrive.net reports.
- How are the models split?
- 49 are Ford E-Transit Custom, 82 are Ford E-Transit.
- What range do the vans have in city driving?
- Up to 443 km (Custom) and up to 403 km (Transit), according to the maker.
- What else is BVG planning on electrification?
- By 2027, 270 more e-buses will be bought and the charging network expanded.
