Diesel · 2013–2022
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All about the Ford Tourneo / Transit Connect 2All about the 1.5 / 1.6 HDi / TDCi / e-HDi (DV6, 8v / 16v) engine
The 1.5 / 1.6 HDi / TDCi / e-HDi (DV6, 8v / 16v) engine was fitted to the Ford Tourneo / Transit Connect 2 (2013–2022). In the EU that is 70.5 % of all new cars of this generation.
Versions: 1.5 120 hp, 1.5, 1.5 101 hp, 1.6 116 hp, 1.6 95 hp, 1.5 99 hp, 1.6.
The most expensive known risk is DPF clogging; Eolys additive runs low (additive systems): it usually appears at 80,000–200,000 km and costs €100–1,500 to fix.
✓ The faults of this engine were checked against sources (10/2026). Each item has at least two independent sources or an official recall or parts-maker technical note.
Signs: Knocking at low revs, jerking in the lower gears, hard cold starts, injector fault codes
Fix: Read the injector corrections and do a return-flow test; recode or replace the faulty injectors
Signs: Jerking, black smoke, power loss or limp mode, EGR fault codes; mostly on cars used for short trips
Fix: Clean or replace the EGR valve; cleaning often helps only for a while
Signs: DPF or additive-level warning, limp mode after long periods of city driving
Fix: Refill the additive and reset the counter, check the pressure sensor, force a regeneration; clean or replace the DPF if it is full
Signs: Door won't latch or opens while driving
Fix: Check recall; replace latch
Signs: Freezes, Bluetooth drops
Fix: Software update
Signs: Slipping, high bite point
Fix: Replace clutch kit
Signs: Rattle at idle, vibration pulling away
Fix: Replace with clutch
Signs: Delayed or harsh shifts
Fix: Fluid service, repair
Typical routine maintenance cost for 100,000 km: €2,400–5,750. Sum of the services and wear parts in the plan above (about 15,000 km a year, independent workshop), without faults.
Intervals and typical prices for the Ford Tourneo / Transit Connect 2 with the 1.5 / 1.6 HDi / TDCi / e-HDi (DV6, 8v / 16v) engine. The app gives the exact plan for your mileage.
| Item | Interval | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| DPF health check (soot / ash load)Emissions | every 20,000 km | €0–60 |
| Engine oil + oil filterEngine | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €70–150 |
| Cabin (pollen) filterClimate | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €15–40 |
| Brake fluidBrakes | every 24 months | €50–95 |
| A/C service (regas + desiccant)Climate | every 24 months | €70–150 |
| Air filterEngine | every 30,000 km or every 24 months | €15–45 |
| Fuel filterFuel | every 30,000 km or every 24 months | €40–110 |
| Glow plugsEngine | every 100,000 km | €120–300 |
| Auxiliary (serpentine) beltEngine | every 120,000 km | €70–180 |
| Coolant replacementCooling | every 150,000 km or every 96 months | €70–150 |
| Timing belt kit + water pumpEngine | every 150,000 km or every 96 months | €450–900 |
| Manual gearbox oilTransmission | every 150,000 km | €60–130 |
| Front brake padsBrakes | usually at 30,000–60,000 km | €60–150 |
| Front brake discs + padsBrakes | usually at 60,000–120,000 km | €150–320 |
| Rear brake padsBrakes | usually at 50,000–90,000 km | €50–130 |
| Tyres (set of 4)Wheels | usually at 40,000–60,000 km | €320–700 |
| Wiper bladesBody | checked at service | €20–50 |
| 12V batteryElectrical | checked at service | €100–220 |
| Version | Share | Years | CO₂ | Fuel use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 Diesel1,499 cm³ · 88 kW (120 hp) | 33.5 % | 2015–2021 | 151 g/km | 5.3 L |
| 1.5 Diesel1,499 cm³ | 10.4 % | 2014–2021 | 126 g/km | 4.6 L |
| 1.5 Diesel1,499 cm³ · 74 kW (101 hp) | 9.0 % | 2015–2021 | 150 g/km | — |
| 1.6 Diesel1,560 cm³ · 85 kW (116 hp) | 6.0 % | 2013–2017 | 129 g/km | — |
| 1.6 Diesel1,560 cm³ · 70 kW (95 hp) | 4.0 % | 2013–2016 | — | — |
| 1.5 Diesel1,499 cm³ · 73 kW (99 hp) | 3.9 % | 2018–2021 | 146 g/km | 5.7 L |
| 1.6 Diesel1,560 cm³ | 3.0 % | 2014–2016 | — | — |
Source: European Environment Agency (EEA), monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars, CC BY 4.0. CO₂ and fuel use are official type-approval values (WLTP from 2021), not real-world consumption.
Recalls the manufacturer published in the United Kingdom for this model (12). The same recalls usually apply across Europe. Ask an authorised dealer to check by VIN whether your car is affected and whether the work has been done.
The faults with the highest risk: DPF clogging; Eolys additive runs low (additive systems) (80,000–200,000 km, €100–1,500); EGR valve sooting (80,000–200,000 km, €100–600); door latch failure (recall) (0–200,000 km, €0–250).
Belt · 150,000 km / every 96 mo.
5W-30 · PSA B71 2290 / Ford WSS-M2C913-C · ~3.75 L · every 15,000 km.
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Main sources for the faults of this engine:
Faults, intervals and prices are indicative and collected from public sources and owner experience; always rely on the service book and a qualified workshop. Test statistics: DVSA – Anonymised MOT tests and results, Open Government Licence v3.0. Dutch tests: RDW Open Data (CC0). Engine versions: EEA, monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars (CC BY 4.0, DG CLIMA). Owner complaints: NHTSA ODI (public domain). Recalls: DVSA Vehicle Safety Branch Recalls Database, OGL v3.0. Brand and model names are trademarks of their owners and are used only to describe the vehicles. How we check the data →
Updated 29/10/2026