Ford Capri review

Is the Ford Capri a good car?

Lovers of the classic Ford Capri need not apply, but for everyone else, the latest Capri is a well executed mid-size electric SUV with a smart interior and impressive powertrains. There’s not much added substance over the closely related Ford Explorer, and it doesn’t offer a hugely engaging driving experience to go with the sporty styling. But if the Capri’s expressive exterior design floats your boat and you can stomach the high price tag, then there’s every reason to consider it.

How much does the Ford Capri cost?

Say hello to one of the most contentious cars launched in recent history. We know the Ford Capri is one of the UK’s most loved nameplates, so to apply it to an electric SUV with little more than a passing resemblance to the original is an interesting move. But, if we consider the latest Capri as a stylish, family-friendly electric car, rather than a reborn icon of the ‘70s, it actually stacks up rather well.

Just as with the Ford Explorer, the Capri is a product of a technical partnership with Volkswagen and therefore shares its underpinnings with the VW Group’s all-electric MEB platform. This applies many of the elements that you can’t see, such as the electric powertrain and basic chassis, but the bits you can are convincingly different, whether that be the interior tech or exterior styling.

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The Capri will launch with a combination of different battery and motor options, with prices starting at just under £41,500, putting it at the upper end of the price spectrum compared with key rivals. Beyond this are three trim levels: Style, Select and Premium, with a limited range of option packages available for each. 

The base price is for a 52kWh single-motor model, which we haven't gotten behind the wheel of yet because it wasn't available at launch, so we’re focusing on the 77kWh single-motor starting at around £48,000, and 79kWh dual-motor variants, costing over £56,000. 

All versions come well-equipped, with the Style trim getting 19-inch alloy wheels, LED lights front and rear, and a movable 14.6-inch portrait touchscreen. Our preferred Mid-range Select trim adds heated front seats, an electrically adjustable driver’s seat with memory settings and a massage function, and wireless phone charging. The top-of-the-range Premium trim has larger 20-inch alloys, matrix-LED headlights, an electric tailgate with hands-free operation, a panoramic glass roof and an upgraded B&O sound system.

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A choice of various powertrain options is welcome, but all major on gentle, effortless performance and excellent refinement ahead of anything engaging or sporty. Calibration of the powertrain and brakes is also good, and it handles well thanks to accurate steering and a fluent flow to the suspension. What it’s not is a rear-drive coupe, but luckily, Ford already sells one of those in the shape of the Ford Mustang. Read more about the electric motors, performance and drive of the Ford Capri...

Ford’s Capri comes with three different powertrain options, each with their own range, performance and charging capabilities. The entry-level 52kWh for those who mostly do urban driving, the extended range 77kWh single motor model for those regularly tackling longer trips, and the 79kWh dual motor model. The latter sacrifices some range despite having the largest capacity battery because of its heavier four-wheel drive system, but that might be a compromise some are willing to make for its extra traction in slippery conditions. In short, the Capri’s range figures are good, without being remarkably so. Read more about the range, charging and running costs of the Ford Capri...

The Ford Capri might share lots of bits under the skin with VW’s ID range, but from inside and out, you’d never know it. Ford has gone all in with its interior design, offering a modern and functional design that’s both well-built and practical. Outside, there are some abstract references to the original coupe, but it’s well executed enough not to feel contrived or messy if you didn’t know it was referenced on a ‘70s original. Read more about the interior, design and technology of the Ford Capri...

The Capri’s interior space is good for the class, with a decent amount of legroom, plenty of foot room thanks to a flat floor, and lots of headroom despite the sloping roof. The seats are soft and comfortable, but the integrated headrests on the fronts can be uncomfortable if you have your hair up in a bun or ponytail. Read more about the boot space, comfort and practicality of the Ford Capri...

The Ford Capri shares lots of components with the Explorer, and by extension, Volkswagen, as a key technical partner. As such, many of the bugs seen on MEB products, such as the ID.3 and ID.4, should be resolved. Ford’s own schedule was also delayed in the Capri’s turnaround, giving the European development team more time to iron out any of its own bugs. Euro NCAP has awarded the Capri the maximum five-star rating. Read more about the reliability and safety of the Ford Capri...

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Ford Capri alternatives

Compared with rivals, the Capri looks pricey, being a few thousand pounds more expensive than mainstream rivals with similar battery and range figures. 

These include the excellent Kia EV6, which has just been updated with a greater capacity 84kWh battery and fresh tech and styling. Pricing starts at £45,500, and in our opinion, is the Capri’s most complete rival. The Hyundai Ioniq 5 isn’t quite as resolved to drive as the Kia, but is available for under £40,000 because it can be fitted with a smaller 63kWh battery. Looking at European competition, the firm-riding but stylish new Peugeot E-3008 starts at around £46,000, with the closely related Vauxhall Grandland a relative bargain at roughly £36,500 in electric form. 

The Volkswagen Group and its shared powertrain also offer a variety of potential rivals, from the Volkswagen ID.4 and Volkswagen ID.5, which start at around £39,500 and £41,000, respectively, or if you’re after something more striking to look at, the Cupra Tavascan at around £47,500. The long and short is, if you’re looking at something at this point of the EV market, there are plenty of options, making the Capri’s job that much harder.