Hold onto your flux capacitors, fellow gearheads, because Ford is resurrecting a nameplate from the groovy ’70s: the Capri. But before you start dusting off your bell-bottoms and platform shoes, be warned: this ain’t your daddy’s Capri.This electrified iteration ditches the classic two-door fastback silhouette for a more practical four-door design, built upon Volkswagen’s MEB platform, and destined solely for European roads.
Visually, the new Capri might be a bit of a letdown for purists. Its design, while reminiscent of the Polestar 2, is decidedly more vanilla. Ford labels it a “sports coupe for the family,” but the only hint of the original’s rebellious spirit lies in its bright yellow or blue paint options.
Under the hood, or rather, the floorboard, two “Extended Range” models will be available at launch: a base and a Premium version. The base model boasts a 282-horsepower single-motor rear-wheel-drive setup, drawing power from a 77-kWh battery pack. This translates to a respectable 390 miles of range (WLTP) and a speedy 28-minute charge time from 10% to 80%.
The Premium model ups the ante with all-wheel drive, dual motors, and a punchier 335 horsepower. Its slightly larger 79-kWh battery accepts a 185 kW charge, allowing for an even quicker 26-minute charge from 10% to 80%. While range dips slightly to 368 miles (WLTP), the Premium Capri sprints from 0 to 62 mph in a brisk 5.3 seconds, compared to the base model’s 6.4 seconds.
The Premium model isn’t just about power; it also boasts 20-inch alloy wheels, ambient lighting, a B&O sound system,and a hands-free tailgate. Tech-wise, the Capri is no slouch, offering automated lane changes, cyclist detection for door openings, and even a massaging driver’s seat. The 14.6-inch vertical touchscreen adds a futuristic touch, sliding out to reveal a hidden storage compartment, while the front armrest conceals a spacious “MegaConsole” with 0.6 cubic feet of storage capacity.
Interestingly, the Capri isn’t Ford’s only foray into reviving classic nameplates for the electric era. The recently unveiled Explorer EV, also exclusive to Europe, shares a similar fate, bearing little resemblance to its rugged, gas-guzzling predecessors.
Sadly, it looks like the Capri will remain a European exclusive. Built in Germany, it’s priced at €49,400 (around $53,590) for the base model and €53,000 ($57,490) for the Premium package, according to Ford’s French website. So, while you might be able to snag a Capri on the picturesque Italian island of Capri, you won’t find it cruising down Main Street anytime soon.
