Ford Capri review

Driving position 

The first thing you notice when you step into the Ford Capri is the roomy and airy cabin, which makes the car feel much bigger than it is. The speaker atop the dashboard and large windscreen helps make this feel even bigger. 

Getting comfortable is really easy too, with a 12-way adjustable and heated driver’s seat on all trims and plenty of adjustability in the heated steering wheel. 

Even if you’re above six feet tall, you’ll have no issues getting comfortable, and you can drive many miles without issues. 

Tech and features 

Unlike the original Capri, this new and improved one is completely different, with screens galore and all the modern tech you’d expect to find. 

The star of the show is the centrally mounted, 14.6-inch portrait infotainment screen, which runs Ford’s latest SYNC software. While it’s got the standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto gubbins, its main party trick is that the screen moves upward,s revealing a lockable hidden storage compartment for anything from your phone to cash and other things you don’t wish to be visible. 

In between the driver and passenger is what Ford calls the ‘MegaConsole’ which is a large 17-litre storage area that can even fit a laptop – very handy for busy family life. 

But one of our favourite add-ons is the B&O fabric-clad sound system, which has a large speaker spanning the top of the dashboard, and it doesn’t sound half bad either. It’s something a bit different, and we think it works. 

An optional extra we think is truly worth considering is the panoramic sunroof, which lets a lot of light into the cabin and creates an even roomier feel. 

Electric motors and power 

Ford gives you the choice of two battery and motor options. 

The entry-level model gets a single-motor setup with a 77kWh battery and rear-wheel drive. But if you want a larger battery and more power, go for the dual motor with a 79kWh battery and all-wheel drive.  

The former has 286hp, whereas the AWD version gets 340hp and a little less range, which is still good considering the added performance. 

When driving, the power delivery feels nice and linear, and it makes for a really pleasant car to live with on a daily basis, where it’s pootling around town or getting up to speed on a faster A-road or motorway. 

Handling and ride comfort 

Being based on the same platform as the Volkswagen ID.5, the Ford Capri rides really nicely, it isn’t too firm and isn’t too soft, creating a comfortable middle ground. 

Because of its coupé shape and low centre of gravity from the battery placement, it doesn’t roll too much in the corners either – something taller SUVs struggle with. 

The RWD model with less power is going to be the pick for most people, but if you want that extra grunt and a motor on the front axle as well, the AWD version is the one to have. 

Boot space 

The Ford Capri gets a generous 572-litre boot, which stacks up well against the ID.5’s 549 litres and Škoda Enyaq Coupé’s 570 litres. 

But fold down the rear seats and this grows to 1,505 litres, which is very impressive and great if you’re moving house or going on a solo trip somewhere.  

Unfortunately, the Capri doesn’t get a front boot (froot) because that’s where the car’s electrical bits are, but the large boot at the rear makes up for this. If a froot is very important to you, then go for a Ford Mustang Mach-E or Tesla Model Y. 

Rear seats 

Space in the back is decent, with enough room for three adults to sit side by side, but if you need to fit child seats, you can but there are only two ISOFIX mounting points on each outer seat. 

But because it’s a ground-up EV, you get a proper flat floor, so overall space is good. 

Storage solutions 

There are lots of nifty storage spaces in the Capri which make it the ultimate EV for families, with the highlights being the ‘MegaConsole’ and the hidden space behind the SYNC movable screen. 

Door bins are decent too, offering enough space for road trip snacks and bottles. 

Safety 

Ford takes safety incredibly seriously, so the Capri, like all its other models, is packed with all the features you’d need. 

Some of these include a driver alert system, lane departure warning, lane change assist, a 360-degree parking camera and a head-up display to ensure your eyes remain on the road ahead. 

All this works to its advantage, helping it score a full five-star rating following its most recent Euro NCAP safety rating. 

Range and charging times 

There are three different ranges on offer.  

The entry-level RWD Select Standard Range model gets the least amount of range at 243 miles from its 52kWh battery. 

Step up to the Select Extended Range and this grows to 390 miles thanks to its 77kWh battery. 

Then, the top-spec Premium AWD with its 79kWh battery gets a little less at 346 miles – still good considering the added performance. 

When it comes to charging, the Capri can take up to 185kW and give you 10-80% battery in 26 minutes, which beats the industry average of 30-40 minutes. 

Reliability 

Being fully electric, the Ford Capri should be a very reliable car since it has fewer moving parts than a traditional internal combustion engine. 

To help back this up, Ford offers a pretty standard three-year/60,000-mile warranty, which can be transferred to subsequent owners. 

Plus, the battery pack benefits from an eight-year/100,000-mile warranty for added peace of mind.