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How long is a Ford Courier?

There isn’t a single fixed length for the Ford Courier. The name has been used for different vehicles in different regions, so overall length varies by model and year. In general, you’ll see roughly 4.0 to 4.4 meters across the main variants.


Ford Courier pickups (Mazda-based)


The Mazda-based Ford Courier pickups that circulated in several markets during the 1990s and early 2000s came in various bed configurations and cab setups. Because of these variations, their overall length sits in a fairly tight band but can differ by a few centimeters between markets and trims.



  • Estimated overall length: about 4.0–4.2 meters (approximately 13.1–13.8 feet).

  • Common configurations: short or extended beds and different cab setups, which can nudges length up or down by a few centimeters.

  • Regional variants: length can vary slightly based on local market requirements and manufacturing tweaks.


In practice, the exact length should be taken from the specific vehicle’s data plate or official spec sheet, as regional versions did not all share identical dimensions.


Ford Transit Courier (compact van)


The modern Transit Courier is Ford’s compact van offering, introduced in the 2010s and offered in multiple layouts. Length depends on wheelbase and roof height, with two primary footprint options that determine the overall exterior length.



  • Short wheelbase (SWB): roughly 4.0–4.1 meters (about 13.1–13.7 feet).

  • Long wheelbase (LWB): roughly 4.3–4.4 meters (about 14.1–14.5 feet).


These figures reflect typical European market configurations; other markets or late-model facelifts can introduce slight variations due to design updates, trim levels, or roof options.


How to verify the exact length for your Ford Courier


Consult official specifications


For precision, check Ford’s official product pages, dealer literature, or the vehicle’s original window sticker. Lengths can vary by market, year, and optional equipment like different wheels or roof heights.


Check the VIN and owner materials


If you’re evaluating a used Courier, use the VIN to pull the exact build data from Ford’s databases or reputable VIN decoders, which will reflect the vehicle’s precise exterior length for that unit.


Summary


The Ford Courier name covers more than one vehicle, so length isn’t single-valued. Mazda-based pickups from the 1990s–early 2000s typically run about 4.0–4.2 meters in length, while the Transit Courier compact van offers SWB at roughly 4.0–4.1 meters and LWB at roughly 4.3–4.4 meters. Always confirm the exact figure from official specs or the vehicle’s VIN data for a precise measurement.

How big is the back of a Ford Transit Courier?


Capacity & size

Load length (to bulkhead/with load-through)1,802/2,667mm
Load width between wheelarches1,220mm
Rear door opening height1,120mm
Rear door opening width1,235mm
Standard load volume2.9m3



Is a Ford Courier bigger than a Connect?


Put simply, while the Courier is the length of a Ford Fiesta, the Connect is the length of a Ford Focus. With a load bay of 2900 litres versus 3100 litres between the Courier and Connect, there is an even a small difference between the two models in terms of cargo capacity too.



How long is the Ford Courier?


Its dimensions are 2,830 mm (111.4 in) wheelbase, 4,457 mm (175.5 in) length, 1,793 mm (70.6 in) width and 1,477 mm (58.1 in) height.



How big is a 2004 Ford Courier?


The Ford Courier 2004 has 53 variants. The length ranges from 4793 to 5128mm, the height ranges from 1615 to 1778mm and the width ranges from 1695 to 1810mm. What are the standard Ford Courier 2004 colours?


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