How much is a 2021 Ford Transit CustomDiesel worth in Ireland?

The median asking price for a 2021 Ford Transit CustomDiesel on the Irish used-car market is around €45,500, based on 4 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2021 Ford Transit Custom depreciate per year?

A Ford Transit Custom loses roughly 17.0% of its value per year on the Irish used-car market based on Carintel.ie's regression across active listings.

Is it cheaper to import a 2021 Ford Transit Custom from Northern Ireland?

It depends on spec, mileage and CO2. Carintel.ie compares ROI median prices against Northern Ireland listings' landed cost, including VRT, NOx levy and registration fees, so you can see the saving at a glance on this page.

What are the running costs of a 2021 Ford Transit CustomDiesel?

This page estimates annual running costs for a 2021 Ford Transit CustomDiesel using WLTP consumption data, current Irish fuel and electricity prices, and Irish motor tax bands.

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Ford Transit Custom2021

Diesel

€45,500ROI listing median

30 days avg on market · Low data confidence

Normal DemandLimited Data

Listing price range

€44k – €48k

25th to 75th percentile

Listings

ROI active now

Updated 7h ago · ROI · Low confidence

Median listing price

€45,500

private sale ~€39,676 Pricing assumptionsAssumptions· Good condition, full service history· No outstanding finance or damage· Based on ads seen in the past 30 days

Est. trade-in

€30,450 – €36,975

15–30% below private sale

Avg mileage

151k km

typical 170k km

Days listed

30d

avg on market · demand 48/100

AI Market Summary

**Strong commercial workhorse** — bulletproof engine, excellent payload, and proven reliability in Irish delivery fleets justify premium pricing versus rivals.
**Mileage significantly above expectation** — median 170k km is 50% higher than typical 5-year-old Irish usage; verify service history and confirm genuine fleet or high-mileage commercial use.
**DPF and EGR carbon build-up are real concerns** — especially if this van did frequent short urban runs. Check for fault codes, limp-mode history, and forced regeneration patterns before purchase.
**Before buying, request full service records and DPF regeneration log** — confirm intervals and whether issues were professionally cleared; poor maintenance amplifies injector and fuel-system faults.
**Median price sits at top end despite high mileage** — reflects commercial demand, but negotiate hard if DPF warning lights or EGR rough-idle symptoms present; €43.5k may be more realistic.

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Analysis & Insights

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Vehicle specification

Manufacturer WLTP data

Power

130 bhp

132 PS

Torque

385 Nm

284 lb·ft

Engine

2.0L

1995 cc

Boot space

1300L

Seats

4 doors

Fuel economy & emissions

Consumption

6 L

per 100 km

CO₂

179 g/km

Euro 6d WLTP Motorhome (36CH,36CI,36DG)

Fuel tank

70L

Dimensions

Width

1.99m

Height

2.06m

Wheelbase

2.93m

Kerb weight

2,411 kg

Reliability & Safety Recalls

Ford Transit Custom 2021

Reliability

3/5

The 2021 Ford Transit Custom diesel is a workhorse commercial van with a generally proven 2.0L EcoBlue engine, but ownership can be costly due to DPF regeneration issues and electrical gremlins common to this generation. Parts availability is good and servicing is straightforward, but real-world reliability depends heavily on driving patterns—frequent short trips cause DPF problems. Reasonable value for money as a used commercial vehicle, though fuel economy rarely matches official claims.

Known issues

DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging and forced regeneration cycles, especially on vehicles used for short-distance urban delivery; can result in limp-mode and expensive cleaning/replacement (€800–€1500)
EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) valve carbon build-up causing rough idle, loss of power, and potential fault codes; more common in high-mileage examples or those with irregular servicing
Injector issues and fuel system hesitation, particularly if fuel quality is poor or water ingress occurs; symptoms include hard starting and rough running
Electrical faults including dashboard warning light false positives, battery drain, and occasional CAN-bus communication errors affecting instrument cluster and warning systems
Turbocharger lag and occasional boost pressure sensor faults leading to reduced power output and check engine light
Manual gearbox synchro wear on 6-speed units, causing notchy or difficult gear selection on well-used vans (typically 150,000+ km)

Good for

Payload and cargo capacity—excellent for commercial use with robust load-carrying ability and practical interior
Fuel economy (when properly maintained and DPF functioning)—the 2.0 EcoBlue averages 35–42 mpg real-world on mixed driving
Parts availability and servicing support—common Ford components, widely serviced by independent and main dealers across Ireland and UK
Engine durability—the 2.0 EcoBlue is a proven, robust unit when serviced regularly; many examples exceed 200,000 km without major overhaul

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