New Ducato 2022 ?

[dash300]

Having ordered a 2022 Rapido Dreamer I was surprised on receipt of the 2022 Brochure that on my 6.3m PVC is now advertised with |rear assist semi air suspension which was not standard on previous years Ducato's for my model. Was one of the after purchase add ons I was considering so nice if true. As to what extras I paid for actually being fitted is going to be interesting when delivered, from what postings above have disclosed.

 

[Jamesh]

I have the 2ltr Citroen engine 6d ad blue 130bhp and it is very poky and economical.
it sounds like a diesel but drives like a petrol engine. It has a reputation for outlasting the Fiat engines.

Same as pug and transit engine. I have the 2.2 version.

Have you had issues with the dpf at all?

Cheers James

 

[Beltie]

Have they relegated the hazard warning lights to a minor side button to make space for a volume control? And now the aircon controls are between the radio and the volume control? Looks like someone went to the Ford dashboard design school where they learn to place buttons with a shotgun.

So it's had the biggest dash design update in 15 years, but it's still only a minor facelift. I hope the dials have got better.

I think what you think are radio and volume controls are actually temperature adjustment and fan speed adjust for the climate control.

 

[Guigsy]

I think what you think are radio and volume controls are actually temperature adjustment and fan speed adjust for the climate control.

The radio is the screen at the top. The middle bank is AC. The bottom row includes a dial that has the word "mute" on it, so I assume that's volume control... for the radio. That's poor design.

 

[dash300]

The radio is the screen at the top. The middle bank is AC. The bottom row includes a dial that has the word "mute" on it, so I assume that's volume control... for the radio. That's poor design.

Radio Phone and Nav controls can be integrated into the steering wheel as an option which most will go for I reckon as it is becoming pretty much standard in cars these days.

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[Beltie]

The radio is the screen at the top. The middle bank is AC. The bottom row includes a dial that has the word "mute" on it, so I assume that's volume control... for the radio. That's poor design.

Ah I can see that now. Seems like a very peculiar place to put it. As you say, very Ford like! I guess though, as has been said above, that most radio controls will be on the steering wheel.

 

[Jonno1103]

Same as pug and transit engine. I have the 2.2 version.

Have you had issues with the dpf at all?

Cheers James

The Peugeot and Ford engines are different now and have been since 2017 when Ford launched their 2.0L Panther Ecoblue 130 & 170ps engines in Europe and PSA launched their own 2.0L Blue HDi. The 2.2L Puma/PSA was ditched as it wouldn't have made the newer Euro 6 true grade (rather than Temp). Due to the success of the 160ps in the Asia market Ford launched it in Europe late 2020. Ford & PSA now only have a partnership for sub 2.0L engines built in Tremery which found in Ford, PSA, BMW/Mini & Volvo passenger cars.

Mercedes have a similar partnership with Renault. Their OM654 found in the Vito & Sprinter is based on Renault architecture first seen in the 2016 E class. This partnership has proved successful. The Merc' A class is basically a Renault so too are the FWD Sprinters.

Both the newer PSA Blue HDi and the Ford Ecoblue are both emission ready to meet the Euro 7 standard in 2024.

 

[Otter Spotter]

Same as pug and transit engine. I have the 2.2 version.

Have you had issues with the dpf at all?

Cheers James

No nothing, but its my regular motor so it gets daily and varied motoring to keep it clear.

 

[SpeedyDux]

Having ordered a 2022 Rapido Dreamer I was surprised on receipt of the 2022 Brochure that on my 6.3m PVC is now advertised with |rear assist semi air suspension which was not standard on previous years Ducato's for my model. Was one of the after purchase add ons I was considering so nice if true. As to what extras I paid for actually being fitted is going to be interesting when delivered, from what postings above have disclosed.

I look forward to your post describing what new Ducato features Dreamer did include as standard and what was in the brochure that you missed out on. I'm considering a longer replacement for my Rapido V43 in the next couple of years. If Sterling can be back at 1.4 Euros by then

 

[royandsharont]

Just learned today that the Sevel plant in Italy is still closed. It produces around 12,000 vans a day, the largest in Europe, and has been closed since around 27th August I think. I’m just hoping Adria actually had possession of my van but they are not telling their dealers much unfortunately. Fingers crossed for it coming in October

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[beachwomble]

1,200 a day not 12,000!

 

[dash300]

I look forward to your post describing what new Ducato features Dreamer did include as standard and what was in the brochure that you missed out on. I'm considering a longer replacement for my Rapido V43 in the next couple of years. If Sterling can be back at 1.4 Euros by then

Will do earliest delivery April, and more than likely later! If the chip shortage goes into 2023 we will have to rethink.

 

[ED O'DARAC]

I have the 2ltr Citroen engine 6d ad blue 130bhp and it is very poky and economical.
it sounds like a diesel but drives like a petrol engine. It has a reputation for outlasting the Fiat engines.

Me too. I completely agree with you. One of the best engines I have ever had. Better than Fiat 2.3 Euro6 imo. A really sweet engine.

 

[ED O'DARAC]

Just learned today that the Sevel plant in Italy is still closed. It produces around 12,000 vans a day, the largest in Europe, and has been closed since around 27th August I think. I’m just hoping Adria actually had possession of my van but they are not telling their dealers much unfortunately. Fingers crossed for it coming in October

FYI: Our new van has been moved from January to March (so far). Hymer Group are normally pretty accurate.....

 

[Coolcats]

I drove a new VW Caddy recently I absolutely hate the Glass dash controls, personally I think they are distracting and dangerous, a Function knob or button as a control gives feedback, you don't even have to look at it whilst adjusting which is not the case with a glass dash which just like a Tablet your finger may or may not have pushed the slider or the 'button' may or may not have activated. Cant wait for the retro Dash to make a come back.....I know it never will as buttons and switches cost money, but what price for safety.

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[dash300]

FYI: Our new van has been moved from January to March (so far). Hymer Group are normally pretty accurate.....

Chips in short supply worldwide! I wonder if it was anything to do with Vaccines!

 

[royandsharont]

1,200 a day not 12,000!

Oops an extra 0, well spotted

 

[Wot-no-van]

Just following the “delay” thread. Our re-entry into motorhoming has been pushed from Sept 21 to Mar 22 due to the chip shortage and Fiat plant shutdown. Apparently they have restarted Ducato production bu5 at reduced rate. We are expecting even Mar 22 to slip now.

 

[royandsharont]

DubhGhlas Which manufacturer have you ordered from. I now suspect our Adria will be delayed from October to January 22

 

[dash300]

Just following the “delay” thread. Our re-entry into motorhoming has been pushed from Sept 21 to Mar 22 due to the chip shortage and Fiat plant shutdown. Apparently they have restarted Ducato production bu5 at reduced rate. We are expecting even Mar 22 to slip now.

Any reference/link to Ducato re starting production? Nothing on the Stellantis Website or on Google generally that I could find to confirm a re start of production.

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[Mark and Mindy]

I found this piece

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[Wot-no-van]

Supposedly started this new pattern on 27th Sept, but we’re shut for 4 weeks. i could not find anything about what impact the backlog will have on MH deliveries.

 

[PDrill]

Slightly old thread, but I'll put my words here anyway.

As we know, this latest (2022) Ducato has been named as Ducato/Serie 8. But yesterday I was watching a 6 months old video about the Hymer Crand Canyon/Ayers Rock/Yellowstone which are having an update for 2023 and something got my attention. The dude was wondering about the delivery times be'ing propably so long that they are most likely to be based on the new Serie NINE.

Immediately googled about that, and there are indeed quite a few links selling serie 9 for 2023. But couldn't find anything about 9, and usually the photos show what we know as 8 and more than once there was a text something like 'Photos are for illustrations purposes only'.

Anyone know what is the serie 9?

 

[Jonno1103]

It's a 2nd facelift given to the Ram Promaster.

 

[Beltie]

Camper UK told me ages ago that a new Ducato was programmed for 2023.

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[beachwomble]

Slightly old thread, but I'll put my words here anyway.

As we know, this latest (2022) Ducato has been named as Ducato/Serie 8. But yesterday I was watching a 6 months old video about the Hymer Crand Canyon/Ayers Rock/Yellowstone which are having an update for 2023 and something got my attention. The dude was wondering about the delivery times be'ing propably so long that they are most likely to be based on the new Serie NINE.

Immediately googled about that, and there are indeed quite a few links selling serie 9 for 2023. But couldn't find anything about 9, and usually the photos show what we know as 8 and more than once there was a text something like 'Photos are for illustrations purposes only'.

Anyone know what is the serie 9?

Look at the "Anyone got confirmed news Re Fiat Ducato build delays" thread (page 20).

 

[Orion]

I suspect that due to the lead in time, plus sporadic supplies to the converters, there will continue to be many ‘mix ‘n’ match’ variants of the Fiat base - particularly with regard to electrics/electronics - being delivered to the end customer for some time to come.

Our late 22 Adria has the upgraded, but not full LED, dashboard, halogen lights front and rear, but the electric handbrake - which is the one thing I would have missed due to the manual version fouling on the front swivel seat.