Ford Capri 1
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
Engine Overview
The Ford Capri 1 is available with 2 engine variants — from 95 to 121 hp.
Compact rear-axle e-machine on a modern dedicated EV platform. Delivers instant torque and solid range with good efficiency. The single-speed reduction gear is quiet and low-maintenance. Rear drive gives balanced weight distribution. Keep an eye on the battery coolant loop and the power-electronics software status. Regenerative braking noticeably spares the friction brake hardware.
- !! 12V Battery Not Charging Correctly from 20,000 km
Early Ford Capri EV (2024) units show 12V battery faults: the main battery is not correctly charging the 12V auxiliary battery. Workshop visit for 12V battery replacement is necessary.
Symptoms: 12V battery fault message, system error, vehicle responds sluggishly or not at all - !! Electrical System Faults in Early Models from 15,000 km
Early Ford Capri EV units show various electrical faults: cracking noises when systems switch on or off, sensor failures, and cases where the vehicle was no longer diagnosable. Growing pains of a new model.
Symptoms: Electrical cracking/snapping from the body, random fault messages, vehicle unable to start - !! 12V Battery Early Failure from 20,000 km
Early Capri EV models show fault messages in the 12V system; the special battery type was initially poorly available. Software updates address the problem but physical battery replacement remains necessary.
Symptoms: Warning message 'Error in 12V system, please visit workshop', remote functions deactivated, vehicle cannot be unlocked.
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Known Problems and Issues +
A total of 7 weaknesses have been documented for the Ford Capri 1 (2024–2026).
Capri (Capri-RWD-89, 2024–2026) — Be Careful: 12V Battery Not Charging Correctly, Electrical System Faults in Early Models, 12V Battery Early Failure. Power: 121 PS.
Capri (Capri-RWD-89, 2024–2026) — Be Careful: 12V Battery Not Charging Correctly, Electrical System Faults in Early Models, 12V Battery Early Failure. Power: 95 PS.
What to watch out for with the Ford Capri? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.
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Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee