Ford is set to bring back the iconic Capri nameplate with its new electric crossover on Volkswagen’s MEB platform. This vehicle has been seen in public for the first time and is expected to be launched next year. It will be a direct competitor to models such as the Volkswagen ID 5, Volvo C40, and Peugeot e-3008, and will also be a sibling to the new Ford Explorer.

The latest spy shots reveal that the new Capri will have a design that leans more towards a raised saloon rather than a coupé-SUV, similar to the Polestar 2. It is also expected to have unique LED headlights inspired by later Capri models, providing a distinctive appearance compared to the Explorer.

It is anticipated that the new EV will have similar technical specifications to the Explorer, offering three electric powertrains with outputs ranging from 168bhp to 335bhp and a choice of 52kWh or 77kWh battery packs, providing a maximum range of around 300 miles. The charging capability is expected to reach speeds of up to 170kW.

The new Capri (a name that has been widely reported but not officially confirmed by Ford) was originally planned to launch around six months after the Explorer. However, due to delays with the Explorer, both models may hit the market closer together than initially planned.

Reports from Autocar in 2019 first suggested that the Capri name was being considered for a revival. In a recent exclusive interview with Ford’s Europe chief designer, Amko Leenarts, it was revealed that historic nameplates will play a significant role in Ford’s electric future. Leenarts expressed his excitement about leading Ford through its electric revolution, starting with the Explorer, as he shared insights during a visit to Ford’s Merkenich Design Studio near the Cologne factory.

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